UP TGT Recruitment 2026: UPESSC invites online applications for 17735 Assistant Teacher posts; last date 23 Nov 2026, exam on 23-24 Dec. Applicants must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying. The written exam is objective type with 120 questions and 360 marks.
Position title
Assistant Teacher (Trained Graduate Teacher, T.G.T.)
Description
UP TGT Recruitment 2026: UPESSC invites online applications for 17735 Assistant Teacher posts; last date 23 Nov 2026, exam on 23-24 Dec. Applicants must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before applying. The written exam is objective type with 120 questions and 360 marks.
Job Benefits
Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400)
Important Dates
| Notification Release | 23 Oct 2026 |
| OTR and Application Start | 24 Oct 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | 23 Nov 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | 26 Nov 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 23 and 24 Dec 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Assistant Teacher (Trained Graduate Teacher, T.G.T.) |
| Department | Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Total Vacancy | 17735 |
| Post Name | No. Of Post |
|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher (T.G.T.) - Boys' Schools | 16193 |
| Assistant Teacher (T.G.T.) - Girls' Schools | 1542 |
Mode Of Selection
- Written examination (objective type)
- Result and merit list
- Document verification
About UP TGT Recruitment 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has published Advertisement No. 07/2026 for 17735 vacancies of Trained Graduate Teacher (T.G.T.) in non-government aided secondary schools of Uttar Pradesh (Classes 6 to 10). Candidates should apply online after completing One Time Registration (OTR).
Exam Schedule Status
The written examination will be held on 23 and 24 December 2026. Shift timings, subject-wise allocation of the two days, exam centre details, admit card, answer key and result dates have not been announced yet and will be published on the official UPESSC website.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Boys' Schools | Girls' Schools | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 6,057 | 647 | 6,704 |
| SC | 3,394 | 304 | 3,698 |
| ST | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| OBC | 4,069 | 369 | 4,438 |
| EWS | 2,660 | 222 | 2,882 |
| Total | 16,193 | 1,542 | 17,735 |
UP TGT Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 360 |
| General Knowledge Questions | 30 |
| Subject-Specific Questions | 90 |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQ) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Sheet) |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Correct Answer | +3 Marks |
| Incorrect Answer | -1 Mark |
| Marking More Than One Option | -1 Mark |
How to Apply
- Visit the official application portal at apply.upessc.org.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Log in and open the Assistant Teacher (TGT) application form for Advt. No. 07/2026.
- Enter personal, educational and category details.
- Select your subject and school category.
- Upload the photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee for your category.
- Review the form, submit it and save a copy.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Exam Schedule PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Points to Know Before Applying for Assistant Teacher (Trained Graduate Teacher, T.G.T.)
- The Commission gives no separate advice on eligibility for the advertised posts; candidates should read the detailed advertisement and instruction booklet on the official website before applying.
- Only candidates who complete the OTR process can apply for the Assistant Teacher (T.G.T.) posts.
- Male candidates are not eligible for girls' institutions, except for the exception stated in the notification for visually impaired candidates in Music.
- Only one application is accepted for each subject and school category.
- If more than one application is submitted for the same subject and category, the last submitted one is valid and the others are cancelled.
- Hindi has the most vacancies with 2,791 posts, followed by English with 2,517 posts and Science with 2,493 posts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UP TGT exam date 2026?
The UP TGT written exam will be held on 23 and 24 December 2026 under Advertisement No. 07/2026.
Who conducts the UP TGT exam?
The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, conducts the exam.
What is the last date to apply for UP TGT 2026?
The last date to apply and deposit the fee is 23 November 2026. The correction window closes on 26 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in UP TGT 2026?
There are 17,735 vacancies, with 16,193 in boys' schools and 1,542 in girls' schools.
What is the UP TGT exam pattern 2026?
The exam has 120 objective questions for 360 marks, to be solved in 2 hours. It includes 30 General Knowledge questions and 90 subject-specific questions.
Is One Time Registration (OTR) required to apply?
Yes. Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before filling the application form for Assistant Teacher (T.G.T.).