The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has launched the online application process for the PGT Recruitment 2026, with 2,607 Lecturer posts in government-aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. The recruitment is being conducted under Advertisement No. 06/2026 across 26 subjects.
Online applications opened on 18 September 2026. Eligible candidates can now complete the OTR-based application process, while the last date to deposit the application fee is 17 October 2026. Candidates may make permitted corrections to their submitted forms until 21 October 2026. The written examination is scheduled for 15 and 16 December 2026.
Of the 2,607 notified vacancies, 2,329 are for boys’ schools, and 278 are for girls’ schools. Selection will be made through a 360-mark written examination followed by a 40-mark interview.
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UPESSC PGT Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission |
| Post Name | Lecturer (PGT) |
| Advertisement No. | 06/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,607 |
| Notification Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Application Status | Applications Open |
| Application Start Date | 18 September 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 17 October 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 21 October 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 15 and 16 December 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online through OTR |
| Pay Level | Level 8 |
The application window is now active. Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria can complete their One-Time Registration and submit their PGT application online.
Applicants should carefully verify their subject-specific educational qualifications before submitting the form because UPESSC has prescribed different eligibility requirements for different PGT subjects.
Vacancy Details
The Commission has announced 2,607 Lecturer vacancies, including 2,329 posts in boys’ schools and 278 posts in girls’ schools.
| Subject | Boys | Girls | 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 | 1 | 63 |
| History | 94 | 18 | 112 |
| Drawing & Painting | 57 | 12 | 69 |
| Psychology | 40 | 10 | 50 |
| Education | 28 | 12 | 40 |
| Music Vocal | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| 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 |
| Art | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Biology | 117 | 13 | 130 |
| Civics | 115 | 17 | 132 |
| Logic | 12 | 0 | 12 |
| Music Instrumental | 2 | 9 | 11 |
| Agriculture | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| Agronomy | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Total | 2,329 | 278 | 2,607 |
Hindi has the largest vacancy share with 374 posts, followed by English with 285, Sanskrit with 264, Geography with 248, and Economics with 202.
The number of vacancies notified may increase or decrease during the recruitment process.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 15 September 2026 |
| Online Application Started | 18 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction | 21 October 2026 |
| Written Examination | 15 and 16 December 2026 |
Candidates should complete their applications well before the fee payment deadline rather than waiting until the final day.
Educational Qualification
Educational qualifications vary by subject.
For several major subjects, including English, Economics, Sociology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Commerce, Psychology, Sanskrit, Urdu, and Geography, candidates generally need a postgraduate degree in the relevant discipline along with the prescribed B.Ed qualification.
Hindi applicants require the notified postgraduate qualification in Hindi along with Sanskrit at the graduation level and the prescribed teacher-training qualification.
For History, the prescribed postgraduate qualification may be in Ancient, Medieval, or Modern History, along with B.Ed.
Separate qualification conditions have been prescribed for subjects such as Music, Physical Education, Fine Arts, Agriculture, and Agronomy. Applicants should therefore confirm the exact qualification for their selected subject before completing the application.
Age Limit
Candidates must have attained the age of 21 years as of 01 July 2026.
The notification also refers to 62 years as the age of superannuation for Lecturer posts and specifies the applicable conditions for candidates approaching that age.
Reservation and age-related benefits will apply in accordance with the relevant rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved/OBC/EWS and Others | ₹1,500 |
| SC/ST | ₹750 |
| Persons with Disabilities | ₹500 |
The prescribed fee can be paid through the available online payment modes. Candidates should retain the transaction receipt and application confirmation for future reference.
Salary
The Lecturer posts fall under Pay Level 8.
The notified pay scale is ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100. Actual monthly salary will depend on applicable allowances, deductions, and service rules.
Selection Process
UPESSC PGT selection carries a total of 400 marks.
| Stage | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | 360 |
| Interview | 40 |
| Total | 400 |
Candidates will first appear in the written examination. Those shortlisted based on written examination performance will subsequently be called for the interview stage.
Exam Pattern
The written examination will contain 120 objective-type questions.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 120 |
| General Knowledge | 30 Questions |
| Concerned Subject | 90 Questions |
| Total Marks | 360 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Marks per Correct Answer | 3 |
| Negative Marking | 1 Mark |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice |
The subject in question carries greater weight, accounting for 90 of the 120 questions.
Each correct response carries three marks, while one mark will be deducted for an incorrect response or for multiple answers marked.
Tie-Breaking Rule
If candidates obtain the same overall merit position, preference will be determined first by their written examination marks.
If the written marks are also equal, interview marks will be considered. Further ties will be resolved through postgraduate percentage, followed by the percentage obtained in the training qualification. If all of these remain equal, the older candidate will be given preference.
Examination Center and Admit Card
UPESSC will allocate examination centers in accordance with administrative requirements.
Information regarding the examination center district is expected to be communicated before the examination, while detailed information about the center will be provided with the admit card.
Candidates should use their registration credentials to download the admit card once it is released.
Boys’ and Girls’ School Application Rule
Female candidates can apply to either boys’ or girls’ schools, provided they select only one applicable category for each subject when submitting the form.
Male candidates are generally not eligible for teaching posts in girls’ institutions, subject to the specific provisions and exceptions mentioned in the recruitment notification.
Candidates should review this selection carefully before final submission, as it directly affects the vacancy category by which they will be considered.
How to Apply for UPESSC PGT Recruitment 2026
The online application process is now underway.
- Complete One-Time Registration on the UPESSC application portal.
- Log in using the OTR credentials.
- Open Advertisement No. 06/2026 for PGT Recruitment 2026.
- Select the required subject and applicable school category.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Upload the prescribed photograph and signature.
- Upload the required certificates and supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Check all information entered in the form carefully.
- Submit the application and save copies of the completed form and the payment receipt.
The notification specifies that the registration and application form are to be completed in English.
Photograph and Document Requirements
Candidates must upload the prescribed signature in JPG or JPEG format. The notified signature file size ranges from 10 KB to 200 KB.
The photograph must also meet the dimensions and file requirements prescribed by UPESSC.
Educational certificates and other supporting documents are generally required in PDF format, within the specified file size limits. Applicants should ensure that the uploaded documents are legible before submitting the application.
Application Correction
Candidates who submit their application can make permitted corrections until 21 October 2026.
However, certain information may not be editable after final submission. Candidates should therefore thoroughly review their subject, category, personal details, and qualifications before completing the process.
If multiple applications are submitted for the same subject and category, the final application will be treated as valid, and earlier applications will be canceled.
Interview and Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted after the written examination will be called for the interview stage.
At the time of the interview and document verification, candidates will have to produce original documents along with the required self-attested copies of educational qualifications, B.Ed or other training qualifications, reservation certificates, and other eligibility documents.
The interview carries 40 marks and forms part of the final merit calculation.
