The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has officially released the detailed recruitment notification for Post Graduate Teacher (PGT / Lecturer) positions. This recruitment drive aims to fill 2,607 vacancies across government-aided secondary inter colleges throughout the state of Uttar Pradesh.
Candidates holding a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline alongside professional teaching credentials can explore this opportunity to secure a teaching career in secondary education. Below is an exhaustive, transparent guide covering crucial dates, eligibility parameters, fee requirements, cadre segregation, and step-by-step application instructions.
1. Recruitment Overview
- Recruitment Authority: Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
- Advertisement Number: 06/2026
- Post Designation: Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) / Lecturer
- Total Number of Vacancies: 2,607 Posts
- Job Location: Uttar Pradesh (State-aided Inter Colleges)
- Pay Scale Structure: Pay Matrix Level-8 (Pay Scale ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100 plus allowances)
- Mode of Application: Completely Online
2. Important Schedule
Tracking recruitment deadlines ensures candidates complete all stages without encountering last-minute portal slowdowns:
- Online Registration Starts: September 18, 2026
- Fee Payment Gateway Opens: September 18, 2026
- Online Registration Last Date: October 17, 2026
- Online Application Fee Submission Closes: October 17, 2026
- Final Submission of Completed Forms: October 19, 2026
- Online Application Correction Window Closes: October 21, 2026
- Tentative Examination Dates: December 15 & December 16, 2026
- Admit Card Availability: 7 to 10 days prior to the examination
3. Application Fee Structure
Applicants are required to submit the application processing fee through integrated online channels including Net Banking, Debit Cards, Credit Cards, or UPI:
- General Category Candidates: ₹1,500/-
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): ₹1,500/-
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): ₹1,500/-
- Scheduled Caste (SC): ₹750/-
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): ₹750/-
- Physically Handicapped (Divyang / PH): ₹500/-
4. Vacancy Distribution and Cadre Allocation
The commission segregates the total 2,607 vacancies into two distinct institutional cadres to match state secondary education staffing guidelines:
- Boys Cadre (Balak Varg): 2,329 Posts (Open to both male candidates and eligible female candidates)
- Girls Cadre (Balika Varg): 278 Posts (Strictly reserved for female candidates)
- Total Sanctioned Posts: 2,607 Posts
Specific Regulation for Women Applicants: Female candidates possess the flexibility to opt for either the Balak branch or the Balika branch during the application window. However, an applicant cannot register for both branches simultaneously for the same subject.
5. Detailed Eligibility Criteria
Age Requirements (As of July 1, 2026)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 62 Years
- Age relaxation benefits apply strictly to reserved category domiciles of Uttar Pradesh (SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD) according to government rules.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
- Postgraduate Degree: A recognized Master’s Degree (M.A., M.Sc., M.Com, or equivalent qualification) in the concerned subject from an accredited Indian university.
- Professional Teaching Degree: Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or an equivalent pedagogical degree recognized by NCTE.
- Subject-Specific Exemptions: Certain specialized streams—including Fine Arts, Music, Classical Instruments, and Physical Education—maintain specific statutory diploma exemptions.
- Mandatory Criterion for Hindi Lecturers: Candidates applying for the position of Hindi Lecturer must have studied Sanskrit as a core subject at the Bachelor's (Graduation) level.
6. Is TET or CTET Compulsory for UP PGT?
Teacher Eligibility Tests such as UPTET or CTET are strictly designated for candidates targeting primary (Classes 1 to 5) and upper-primary (Classes 6 to 8) schools. Because the Post Graduate Teacher position caters directly to Senior Secondary students (Classes 11 and 12), neither UPTET nor CTET is required. Academic eligibility depends strictly on your relevant Master’s degree alongside a recognized B.Ed. qualification.
7. Selection Methodology
- Stage 1 - Written Examination: An objective test featuring Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) designed to evaluate core subject expertise, teaching methodology, and analytical ability.
- Stage 2 - Personal Interview / Viva-Voce: Shortlisted candidates clearing the written benchmark are invited to evaluate communication skills and subject command.
- Stage 3 - Preferential Weightage Evaluation: Additional weightage marks are awarded to candidates holding advanced research degrees (Ph.D. or D.Phil.), M.Ed., or recognized sports certifications.
- Stage 4 - Consolidated Merit List: The final merit ranking combines written exam scores, interview marks, and applicable preferential weightage points.
8. Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure
- New User Registration: Access the recruitment portal, choose the PGT 2026 link, and input basic credentials including a working mobile number and email ID.
- Form Data Completion: Enter your personal information, address, and detailed educational marks spanning High School, Intermediate, Graduation, Postgraduation, and B.Ed.
- Cadre Selection: Carefully choose between the Balak or Balika branch.
- Document & Image Upload: Upload a recent passport-sized color photograph and authentic signature adhering to the required dimensions.
- Fee Payment & Printout: Verify the preview screen, pay the fee via the online transaction gateway, and print multiple physical copies of the final submitted application form.
9. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Are applicants residing outside Uttar Pradesh eligible to apply?
Yes. Any Indian citizen possessing the requisite educational qualifications may apply. However, applicants belonging to reserved categories outside Uttar Pradesh will be treated as Unreserved (General) category candidates.
Q2. Can final-year or appearing Master's/B.Ed. students submit an application?
No. Candidates must possess all final marksheets and passing degrees on or before the closing date of registration.
Q3. Can an applicant apply for multiple subjects?
Yes. If an applicant fulfills all statutory academic requirements across more than one subject, separate applications may be submitted by paying the respective examination fee for each post.
Q4. What is the medium of the written test?
Except for specific language papers (such as English, Sanskrit, or Urdu), question papers are bilingual, presenting questions in both English and Hindi.