UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026: There is good news for the youth who are dreaming of becoming government teachers in Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has invited applications for a total of 12,405 posts under Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026. The online application process for this recruitment has already started.
Now, giving relief to the candidates, the Commission has extended the last date of application to 4 November 2026. In such a situation, the candidates who have not yet filled the form have got another chance to apply.
Under this recruitment, assistant teachers will be appointed in primary schools of Uttar Pradesh. Of the total 12,405 posts, 11,508 posts are for Assistant Teacher (Urban), while 897 posts have been kept for the affiliated primary section of aided schools. Recruitment notification has been issued under advertisement number 05/2026.
Important dates of UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026
According to the information released by the Commission, the application process started from 16 September 2026. Earlier the last date of application was October 15, which was later extended. Now candidates can complete their form by submitting the application fee till 4th November 2026. Time has been given till 7 November 2026 to make corrections in the application. Whereas, the written examination will be conducted on 3rd and 4th December 2026.
Who can apply?
To apply for this recruitment, candidates must have a graduation degree from a recognized university. Along with this, according to the concerned post, BTC, D.El.Ed. Or must have the prescribed equivalent teacher training qualification and valid TET pass. The Commission has also included some special qualifications in the eligibility.
These include four-year B.El.Ed. Degree and two-year Diploma in Special Education recognized by Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). Candidates are advised to check the complete information related to their eligibility in the official notification.
How much application fee will have to be paid?
Talking about the application fee, it is fixed at Rs 1,000 for general, OBC and EWS category candidates. SC and ST category candidates will have to pay Rs 500, while for disabled candidates the application fee has been kept at Rs 300. Fees will be paid through online mode.
How to apply for UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026?
To apply, first go to the official website of UPESSC upessc.up.gov.in. After this complete the process of One Time Registration (OTR). Now login by clicking on the application link of Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026. Fill the personal and educational information required in the form and upload the required documents. After this, deposit the application fee as per your category. After checking all the information, submit the form and keep its printout safe.
When will the exam be held?
The written examination of UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 will be conducted on 3rd and 4th December 2026. Candidates should start preparing for the exam from now on. Information related to admit card and examination center will be released on the website of the Commission.
Overall, this is an important recruitment for the candidates preparing to become a teacher in Uttar Pradesh. Eligible candidates should take advantage of the extended date of application and complete their form before November 4. Do not forget to read the official notification carefully before applying.