UPESSC PGT Recruitment 2026

Name of Post: UP PGT Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 06/2026)

Short Information: Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released Advertisement No. 06/2026 for direct recruitment of 2607 Post Graduate Teachers (PGT / Pravakta) in government-aided secondary schools — 2329 posts for boys’ schools (Balak) and 278 posts for girls’ schools (Balika). Online applications through One Time Registration (OTR) will be accepted from 18 September 2026 to 17 October 2026.

 

Important Dates

Notification Release Date 15 September 2026
Online Application (OTR) Start Date 18 September 2026
Online Application Last Date 17 October 2026
Fee Payment Last Date 17 October 2026
Form Correction Last Date 21 October 2026
Written Examination 15 – 16 December 2026

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS ₹1500
SC / ST ₹750
PH ₹500
Payment Mode Online

Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026)

Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 62 Years
Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.

Vacancy Details

Post Name Balak (Boys’ Schools) Balika (Girls’ Schools) Total
PGT (Pravakta) 2329 278 2607

Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level-8 — ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Postgraduate degree in the concerned subject from a recognized university.
  • B.Ed or equivalent teacher-training qualification as prescribed in the official notification.
  • Candidates must fulfil all other eligibility conditions given in UPESSC Advt No. 06/2026.

Selection Process

  • Written Examination – 360 marks (15–16 December 2026)
  • Question Type – 120 objective-type multiple-choice questions (30 General Studies + 90 concerned subject), OMR-based, 4 options per question, 2-hour duration
  • Negative Marking – +3 marks for every correct answer; −1 mark deducted for every wrong or multiple-marked answer
  • Interview – 40 marks

How to Apply for UP PGT Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit the official UPESSC website www.upessc.up.gov.in.
  2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) and open the online application form for Advt No. 06/2026.
  3. Fill the application form carefully and upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
  4. Pay the application fee online as per your category.
  5. Submit the form on or before 17 October 2026 and take a printout of the final application.
  6. Corrections in the submitted form can be made till 21 October 2026.

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FAQ

Q. What is the last date to apply for UP PGT Recruitment 2026?
A. The last date to submit the online application through OTR is 17 October 2026. Form corrections are allowed till 21 October 2026.

Q. How many vacancies are announced under UP PGT Advt 06/2026?
A. A total of 2607 PGT posts are announced — 2329 for boys’ schools (Balak) and 278 for girls’ schools (Balika).

Q. What is the eligibility for UP PGT Recruitment 2026?
A. Candidates must hold a postgraduate degree in the concerned subject along with B.Ed, as prescribed in the official notification.

Q. What is the age limit for UP PGT 2026?
A. The age limit is 21 to 62 years as on 01/07/2026, with relaxation as per rules.

Q. What is the application fee for UP PGT 2026?
A. ₹1500 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹750 for SC/ST and ₹500 for PH candidates, payable online.

Q. What is the selection process and exam date for UP PGT 2026?
A. Selection is through a 360-mark written examination on 15–16 December 2026 followed by a 40-mark interview.