Q1. When does the online application start and what is the last date to apply for UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Online Form 2026?

The online application opens on 16 September 2026 and the closing deadline to submit the online form is 31 October 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well in advance of the deadline.

Q2. What is the application fee for UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Online Form 2026?

Q3. What is the age limit and relaxation criteria for UPESSC PRT Assistant Teacher?

The prescribed age limit is: Minimum Age : 21 Years | Maximum Age : 40 Years For Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban) | Maximum Age : 62 Years For Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary) | UPESSC provides age relaxation for the UP PRT Assistant Teacher position as per their regulations.. Age relaxation in upper age limit is applicable to reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen) in accordance with government regulations.

Q4. How many vacancies are announced for UPESSC UP PRT Assistant Teacher Online Form 2026?

A total of 12405 Posts vacancies have been notified. Candidates must check the qualification requirements and eligibility criteria in the vacancy table above.

Q5. Where can candidates check the official notification and apply online?

Candidates can download the official notification PDF and access the direct online application portal link under the Important Links section above on SarkariExam.pro.

Uttar Pradesh UPESSC UP Primary Teacher PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 : Apply Online for 12405 Post

Author: Sarkari Exam Pro Team|Last Updated at: October 15, 2026 (ताज़ा अपडेट)

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the official notification for UP Primary Teacher PRT / Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026, inviting online applications for a total of 12,405 Posts across the Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban) and Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary) cadres of Uttar Pradesh government primary schools. The online application window opened on 16 September 2026, and the extended last date for form submission along with fee payment is 28 October 2026, while the application correction window remains open till 31 October 2026. Candidates must be aged between 21 – 40 Years for Primary – Urban posts (upper age limit 62 years for Attached Primary) as on 01 July 2026. The written examination is scheduled for 03 – 04 December 2026. Graduation with D.El.Ed / BTC and a valid UP TET or CTET qualification is mandatory. Eligible candidates must complete the online form before the deadline and preserve the confirmation page for future stages.

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Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban)	12,405 (Combined)	Graduation degree from a University established by law in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government. Recognized teacher-training qualification such as BTC, BTC (Urdu), Special BTC, 2-Year Diploma in Special Education approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), 4-Year B.El.Ed., or 2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) recognized under NCTE Regulations, 2002. Must have qualified the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by the State Government or the Government of India. Note: The BTC course is presently conducted under the name D.El.Ed.
Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary)	Included in 12,405	Graduation degree from a University established by law in India or a recognized / deemed university or institution. BTC or D.El.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized course. Must have successfully passed the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Government or the Government of India for Classes 01 to 05. Proficiency in teaching through both Hindi and English medium as prescribed in the official notification.

Post Name

Total Post

Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications

Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban)

12,405 (Combined)

Graduation degree from a University established by law in India or an equivalent qualification recognized by the Government.
Recognized teacher-training qualification such as BTC, BTC (Urdu), Special BTC, 2-Year Diploma in Special Education approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI), 4-Year B.El.Ed., or 2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) recognized under NCTE Regulations, 2002.
Must have qualified the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by the State Government or the Government of India.
Note: The BTC course is presently conducted under the name D.El.Ed.

Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary)

Included in 12,405

Graduation degree from a University established by law in India or a recognized / deemed university or institution.
BTC or D.El.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized course.
Must have successfully passed the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Government or the Government of India for Classes 01 to 05.
Proficiency in teaching through both Hindi and English medium as prescribed in the official notification.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern
Stage 1 (Written Exam): Objective-type written examination conducted by UPESSC. Subject-wise weightage, total questions, maximum marks, duration and negative marking rules are strictly as per the official UPESSC syllabus and exam pattern PDF linked below. Stage 2 (Interview / Viva-Voce): Shortlisted candidates are called for a personality and subject-knowledge assessment before the selection board. Stage 3 (Document Verification): Verification of all original academic, TET, category and identity certificates against the details filled in the online application form. Final merit is prepared on the basis of performance in the written examination and interview, subject to satisfactory document verification.

Selection Process & Examination Pattern

Stage 1 (Written Exam): Objective-type written examination conducted by UPESSC. Subject-wise weightage, total questions, maximum marks, duration and negative marking rules are strictly as per the official UPESSC syllabus and exam pattern PDF linked below.
Stage 2 (Interview / Viva-Voce): Shortlisted candidates are called for a personality and subject-knowledge assessment before the selection board.
Stage 3 (Document Verification): Verification of all original academic, TET, category and identity certificates against the details filled in the online application form.
Final merit is prepared on the basis of performance in the written examination and interview, subject to satisfactory document verification.

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Application & Verification
High School (Class 10th) marksheet and certificate for Date of Birth proof. Graduation degree marksheets and passing certificate from a recognized university. BTC / D.El.Ed. / B.El.Ed. / Special Education Diploma certificate from an NCTE or RCI recognized institute. Valid UP TET or CTET qualifying certificate / marksheet for Classes 01 to 05. Recent colour passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the prescribed format and file size. Valid Caste / Category / EWS / PwD certificate issued by a competent authority, if applicable. Valid government-issued Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport).

Mandatory Documents Checklist for Application & Verification

High School (Class 10th) marksheet and certificate for Date of Birth proof.
Graduation degree marksheets and passing certificate from a recognized university.
BTC / D.El.Ed. / B.El.Ed. / Special Education Diploma certificate from an NCTE or RCI recognized institute.
Valid UP TET or CTET qualifying certificate / marksheet for Classes 01 to 05.
Recent colour passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the prescribed format and file size.
Valid Caste / Category / EWS / PwD certificate issued by a competent authority, if applicable.
Valid government-issued Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID or Passport).

How to Fill UPESSC PRT Assistant Teacher Online Form 2026
Visit the official UPESSC recruitment portal or click the direct Apply Online link provided below on SarkariExam.pro. Read the official notification carefully and confirm your eligibility regarding Last Date, Age Limit and Education Qualification before starting the registration. Register using basic details including an active Mobile Number and valid Email ID. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, TET details and communication address accurately. Upload the scanned photograph, signature and mandatory certificates in the prescribed file format and size. Preview every column of the application form before final submission to avoid rejection. Pay the applicable application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS or Mobile Wallet. Submit the final application before 28 October 2026 and print a copy of the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

How to Fill UPESSC PRT Assistant Teacher Online Form 2026

Visit the official UPESSC recruitment portal or click the direct Apply Online link provided below on SarkariExam.pro.
Read the official notification carefully and confirm your eligibility regarding Last Date, Age Limit and Education Qualification before starting the registration.
Register using basic details including an active Mobile Number and valid Email ID.
Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, TET details and communication address accurately.
Upload the scanned photograph, signature and mandatory certificates in the prescribed file format and size.
Preview every column of the application form before final submission to avoid rejection.
Pay the applicable application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS or Mobile Wallet.
Submit the final application before 28 October 2026 and print a copy of the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

Category-Wise Reservation Norms & Age Relaxation Matrix
Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation in the upper age limit. Candidates must present a valid OBC-NCL certificate issued within the prescribed financial year by a competent revenue authority. Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years upper age relaxation along with complete exemption from application examination fees in accordance with Central / State Government reservation policies. Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% reservation in direct recruitment vacancies for eligible candidates holding a valid EWS Income & Asset Certificate issued by an authorized Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years age relaxation for UR/EWS, 13 Years for OBC, and 15 Years for SC/ST categories, including scribe facility provisions as per RPwD Act 2016. Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Deduction of actual military service rendered from the candidate's age plus an additional 3 years relaxation, subject to fulfilling minimum service norms.

Category-Wise Reservation Norms & Age Relaxation Matrix

Other Backward Classes (OBC - Non Creamy Layer): 3 Years relaxation in the upper age limit. Candidates must present a valid OBC-NCL certificate issued within the prescribed financial year by a competent revenue authority.
Scheduled Castes (SC) & Scheduled Tribes (ST): 5 Years upper age relaxation along with complete exemption from application examination fees in accordance with Central / State Government reservation policies.
Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10% reservation in direct recruitment vacancies for eligible candidates holding a valid EWS Income & Asset Certificate issued by an authorized Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer.
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years age relaxation for UR/EWS, 13 Years for OBC, and 15 Years for SC/ST categories, including scribe facility provisions as per RPwD Act 2016.
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Deduction of actual military service rendered from the candidate's age plus an additional 3 years relaxation, subject to fulfilling minimum service norms.

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