The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has officially opened recruitment for 15,012 teaching positions across its Secondary Education and Basic Education departments for the year 2026. This significant recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies for both Assistant Teachers and Lecturers (Post Graduate Teacher or PGT) within the state.
Vacancy Breakdown
Out of the total 15,012 posts, 12,405 are designated for Assistant Teachers, while 2,607 positions are available in the Lecturer cadre. Specifically, within the Assistant Teacher category:
- Secondary Education Department: 897 vacancies for Assistant Teacher (Attached to Primary).
- Basic Education Department: 11,508 vacancies for Assistant Teacher (Urban).
The remaining 2,607 Lecturer/PGT vacancies are in aided non-government secondary schools under the Secondary Education Department.
Application Process and Key Dates
Candidates interested in these positions must first complete a mandatory One-Time Registration (OTR) process before submitting their applications. The commission issued separate advertisements for Assistant Teachers (Advertisement No. 05/2026) and Lecturers/PGTs (Advertisement No. 06/2026), each with distinct application and examination schedules.
For Assistant Teacher Recruitment (Advertisement No. 05/2026):
- Online Application Start: September 16, 2026
- Application Fee Deadline: October 15, 2026
- Correction Window: Until October 19, 2026
- Written Examination Dates: December 3 and 4, 2026
For Lecturer/PGT Recruitment (Advertisement No. 06/2026):
- Online Application Start: September 18, 2026
- Application Fee Deadline: October 17, 2026
- Correction Window: Until October 21, 2026
- Written Examination Dates: December 15 and 16, 2026
Applicants are strongly advised to thoroughly review the detailed advertisements and instruction manuals provided by the UPESSC before proceeding with their applications to ensure compliance with all eligibility criteria and procedural requirements.