The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the UP PGT Notification 2026 for the recruitment of Post Graduate Teachers and Lecturers in non-government aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. Under Advertisement No. 06/2026, the Commission is seeking to fill 2,607 vacancies.
The notification was issued on September 15, 2026, while the online application process is scheduled to begin on September 18. Candidates must complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) before submitting their applications. The deadline for application fee payment is October 17, and the correction or editing window will remain available until October 21. The written examination is scheduled for December 15 and 16, 2026.
UP PGT Notification 2026: 2,607 vacancies announced
Of the total 2,607 vacancies, 2,329 are for boys’ schools and 278 are for girls’ schools. The vacancies cover subjects including Hindi, English, Economics, Sociology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Commerce, History, Sanskrit, Geography, Biology and Civics, among others.
| Subject | Boys’ Schools | Girls’ Schools | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | 336 | 38 | 374 |
| English | 256 | 29 | 285 |
| Economics | 178 | 24 | 202 |
| Sociology | 75 | 9 | 84 |
| Physics | 122 | 10 | 132 |
| Chemistry | 173 | 12 | 185 |
| Mathematics | 105 | 7 | 112 |
| Commerce | 62 | 16 | 78 |
| History | 94 | 18 | 112 |
| Drawing/Painting | 57 | 12 | 69 |
| Psychology | 40 | 10 | 50 |
| Education/Pedagogy | 28 | 12 | 40 |
| Music Vocal | 15 | 6 | 21 |
| Sanskrit | 241 | 23 | 264 |
| Urdu | 9 | 4 | 13 |
| Home Science | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Geography | 239 | 9 | 248 |
| Physical Education | 19 | 2 | 21 |
| Military Science | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Ranjan Kala | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Biology | 117 | 13 | 130 |
| Civics | 115 | 17 | 132 |
| Logic | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Music Instrumental | 29 | 11 | 40 |
| Agriculture | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| Agronomy | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Total | 2,329 | 278 | 2,607 |
UP PGT 2026 important dates
Candidates should keep track of the recruitment timeline, particularly the application fee and correction deadlines.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification release | September 15, 2026 |
| OTR/Application begins | September 18, 2026 |
| Last date for application fee | October 17, 2026 |
| Last date for correction/editing | October 21, 2026 |
| Written examination | December 15 and 16, 2026 |
The UP PGT Notification 2026 contains details related to vacancies, qualifications, age requirements, fees, reservations, examination arrangements and other eligibility conditions. Candidates should check the notification carefully before submitting their forms.
UP PGT eligibility criteria 2026
The eligibility requirements vary according to the subject. In general, candidates are required to hold a postgraduate qualification in the relevant subject from a recognised university along with an NCTE-recognised B.Ed. degree.
| Subject/Post | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Hindi | Master’s degree in Hindi + B.A. with Sanskrit + B.Ed. |
| History | Master’s degree in Ancient, Medieval or Modern History + B.Ed. |
| Home Science | Master’s degree in Home Science or B.Sc. Home Science + B.Ed. |
| Physical Education | Bachelor’s degree + M.P.Ed. |
| Military Science | Master’s degree in Military Science, Defence Studies or Military Studies + B.Ed. |
| Drawing/Painting | High School + Diploma in Fine Arts, including Drawing/Painting, from a recognised art school + B.Ed. |
| Biology | Master’s degree in Botany or Zoology + B.Ed. |
| Music | Master’s degree in Music OR Bachelor’s degree with Music and relevant Vocal/Instrumental specialisation + B.Ed. |
| Other subjects | Master’s degree in the concerned subject + B.Ed. |
UP PGT age limit 2026
The age of applicants will be calculated as on July 1, 2026. The minimum age requirement is 21 years, while the maximum age is linked to the superannuation age of 62 years under the applicable recruitment rules.
Candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories will receive reservation and other applicable benefits according to Uttar Pradesh government rules.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 21 years |
| Maximum age | 62 years |
| Age calculation date | July 1, 2026 |
UP PGT application form 2026
Candidates must first complete their One Time Registration before applying for the recruitment. After completing OTR, applicants can access the application form through the UPESSC portal.
The application fee must be submitted by October 17, 2026. Candidates can edit or correct their applications until October 21. Applicants should check their details carefully before final submission because the category, sub-category, date of birth and gender cannot be changed after submission.
How to apply for UP PGT Recruitment 2026
Candidates can complete the application process by following these steps:
- Visit the official UPESSC website.
- Complete the required One Time Registration.
- Log in using the OTR credentials.
- Select Advertisement No. 06/2026.
- Enter the required personal and educational details.
- Choose the relevant subject and institution category.
- Upload the photograph, signature and required certificates.
- Check all details entered in the application.
- Pay the applicable fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
UP PGT application fee 2026
The application fee differs according to the candidate category. Payment can be made online through credit card, debit card or net banking using the prescribed payment gateway.
| Candidate category | Application fee |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved/OBC/EWS & Others | Rs 1,500 |
| SC/ST | Rs 750 |
| Divyangjan/PwBD | Rs 500 |
Documents required for UP PGT application
Applicants should keep the required documents ready before beginning the online application. The prescribed formats and file-size limits include the following:
| Document | Format | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG/JPEG | 30 KB to 300 KB, passport size |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG | 10 KB to 200 KB, 140 × 110 px, white background |
| Certificates/Documents | 50 KB to 500 KB |
UP PGT exam pattern 2026
The recruitment examination consists of a written test followed by an interview. The written examination carries 360 marks, while the interview accounts for 40 marks, taking the total selection process to 400 marks.
The written paper will contain 120 objective questions. Of these, 30 questions will test general knowledge and 90 will be based on the concerned subject. Each correct answer will carry three marks, while an incorrect or multiple selection will result in a deduction of one mark.
