UP PGT Notification 2026: 2,607 Vacancies, Dates
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• Updated on 17 Sep, 2026, 2:39 PM, • 1 hour ago by Nishad Anjum
UPESSC has released the UP PGT Notification 2026 for 2,607 vacancies. Applications begin September 18, with fee payment till October 17. The written examination is scheduled for December 15 and 16. Applicants must complete OTR and check subject-wise eligibility before applying.
UP PGT Notification 2026 has been released by the Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) for 2,607 Post Graduate Teacher and Lecturer vacancies in non-government-aided secondary schools. The notification was issued on September 15, 2026, while the online application process will begin on September 18.
The UP PGT Recruitment 2026 application process requires One Time Registration (OTR) before form submission. The written examination is scheduled for December 15 and 16, 2026. Applicants should check subject-wise vacancies, eligibility, fees, and school-wise conditions before applying.
UP PGT Recruitment 2026: Important Details
The table below covers the main details of the UP PGT 2026 recruitment, including vacancies, application dates, exam dates and pay level.
The recruitment has 2,329 vacancies in boys' schools and 278 vacancies in girls' schools, taking the total to 2,607 posts.
UP PGT Vacancy 2026 Subject-wise
Hindi has the highest number of vacancies at 374 posts, followed by English with 285 and Sanskrit with 264 posts. The vacancies are divided between boys' and girls' schools.
The subject-wise distribution is part of Advertisement No. 06/2026 and applicants should check the detailed notification for the qualification requirements attached to their chosen subject.
UP PGT 2026 Important Dates
Applicants should keep the application and examination schedule ready before starting the registration process.
The UP PGT application form 2026 will be available from September 18. The fee payment deadline is October 17, while corrections can be made until October 21.
UP PGT Eligibility Criteria 2026
For most subjects, applicants need a Master’s degree in the concerned subject along with an NCTE-recognised B.Ed. degree. Some subjects have different educational requirements.
The minimum age is 21 years, calculated as of July 1, 2026. The maximum age is linked to the applicable superannuation age of 62 years under the recruitment rules. Reservation and age-related benefits will apply according to Uttar Pradesh government rules.
UP PGT Application Fee 2026
The UP PGT application fee depends on the category. Payment can be made online through the prescribed payment gateway.
Applicants should complete the fee payment within the prescribed deadline because the application schedule specifies October 17, 2026 as the last date for fee submission.
UP PGT Exam Pattern 2026
The written examination will carry 360 marks, followed by a 40-mark interview. The written paper will have 120 objective questions and will be conducted through an offline OMR-based format.
The UP PGT selection process therefore consists of the written examination and interview, with negative marking applicable in the written paper.
How to Apply for UP PGT Recruitment 2026?
The UP PGT application process starts with mandatory OTR. Applicants should keep their photograph, signature and educational certificates ready before filling out the form.
- Visit the official UPESSC website.
- Complete the One Time Registration.
- Log in using the OTR credentials.
- Select Advertisement No. 06/2026.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Select the relevant subject and institution category.
- Upload the required documents.
- Review the application details.
- Pay the applicable fee.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page.
One important point is that category, sub-category, date of birth and gender cannot be changed after final submission, according to the recruitment information.
UP PGT Notification 2026 FAQs
When will the UP PGT application form 2026 start?
The online application process for UP PGT Recruitment 2026 will begin on September 18, 2026, after completion of the mandatory OTR process.
How many vacancies are announced under UP PGT Recruitment 2026?
UPESSC has announced 2,607 PGT and Lecturer vacancies, including 2,329 posts in boys’ schools and 278 posts in girls’ schools.
What is the UP PGT application fee 2026?
The application fee is INR 1,500 for General/Unreserved/OBC/EWS and other applicable categories, INR 750 for SC/ST and INR 500 for Divyangjan/PwBD applicants.
What is the UP PGT exam date 2026?
The UP PGT written examination is scheduled to be held on December 15 and 16, 2026.
What is the UP PGT selection process 2026?
The selection process consists of a 360-mark written examination followed by a 40-mark interview, making the total selection process worth 400 marks.
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