The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has officially released the recruitment notification for 17,735 Assistant Teacher (Graduate Pay Scale / Sahayak Adhyapak) posts under Advt No. 07/2026. Eligible and interested candidates can apply online through the official UPESSC portal before the deadline.
This massive recruitment drive spans across multiple subjects for both Boys and Girls Schools in Aided Secondary Schools under the Secondary Education Department of Uttar Pradesh. Aspirants meeting the essential educational and training qualifications are encouraged to review all details before submitting their forms.
Overview
The UPESSC recruitment offers 17,735 vacancies for Assistant Teachers across various disciplines. The job location is strictly within the state of Uttar Pradesh, and appointments come with a lucrative pay scale matching Level-7 of government standards.
Important Dates
- Advertisement Publication Date: 23/10/2026
- Online Registration (OTR) / Application Start Date: 24/10/2026
- Last Date to Submit Online Application Fee: 23/11/2026
- Last Date for Corrections: 26/11/2026
- Examination Dates: 23 & 24 December 2026
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 50% marks (or Post-Graduate with minimum 45% marks) in the relevant subject, along with a B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognized program and a valid TET (Upper Primary Level) certificate.
| Post Name | Total Posts | Age Limit (as on 01-07-2026) | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Teacher – Hindi (Boys/Girls) | 2,791 | 21 to 62 Years | Bachelor’s/Master’s in Hindi + Sanskrit at Intermediate level + B.Ed + TET |
| Assistant Teacher – English (Boys/Girls) | 2,517 | 21 to 62 Years | Bachelor’s/Master’s in English Literature + B.Ed + TET |
| Assistant Teacher – Mathematics (Boys/Girls) | 2,349 | 21 to 62 Years | Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mathematics + B.Ed + TET |
| Assistant Teacher – Social Science (Boys/Girls) | 2,482 | 21 to 62 Years | Bachelor’s in any two specified social sciences or Master’s in one + B.Ed + TET |
| Assistant Teacher – Science (Boys/Girls) | 2,493 | 21 to 62 Years | Bachelor’s with Physics & Chemistry or Master’s in either + B.Ed + TET |
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the application fee online using Credit/Debit cards or Net Banking according to their respective categories.
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹1000.00
- SC / ST: ₹500.00
- Divyangjan (PwD): ₹300.00
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPESSC website at www.upessc.up.gov.in.
- Complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) process before proceeding with the application.
- Log in to fill out the application form carefully in the English language.
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and necessary documents in the specified formats.
- Pay the required application fee online and submit the final form before 23/11/2026.
- Download and print at least three hard copies of the submitted application for future verification rounds.
Source: govtjobguru.in
Analysis provided by the NewsFlow UPSC & CGPSC Desk.
