UPESSC PRT Registration 2026: Today, October 15, 2026, is the final date to submit online applications for the Primary Assistant Teacher recruitment 2026, issued by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC). A total of 12,405 positions will be filled through this recruitment drive. Candidates who have not yet applied can fill out the online form via the Commission's official website.

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UP PRT Recruitment 2026: Overview

Details Information
Post Name Assistant Teacher (Primary)
Total Posts 12,405
Advertisement Number    05/2026
Application Start Date September 16, 2026
Application End Date October 15, 2026
Mode of Application Online
Examination Date December 3 and 4, 2026
Application Portal

apply.upessc.org

Posts

Assistant Teacher, Urban (Basic Education Department)
: 11,508 Posts 


Assistant Teacher, Affiliated Primary (Aided Secondary School) : 897 Posts

UPESSC Teacher Recruitment 2026: Eligibility for Application

For this recruitment, specific educational qualifications and requirements regarding the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) have been set for each post. Generally, candidates are required to hold a bachelor's degree from a recognized university, along with a teacher training qualification as specified in the official notification.

Accepted training qualifications may include BTC, D.El.Ed, B.El.Ed, and other relevant qualifications mentioned in the notification. Additionally, candidates must have qualified for the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) prescribed for the respective post.

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UPESSC PRT Age Limit 2026: What is the Age Limit?

The age limit for the post of Assistant Teacher (Urban) is set at a minimum of 21 years and a maximum of 40 years. The maximum age limit for the post of Primary Teacher in aided secondary schools may differ.

UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026: How to Apply Online?


Candidates can complete the application process by following the steps given below:

Step 1. Visit the official website of the Commission: upessc.up.gov.in.

Step 2. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process.

Step 3. Log in to your profile.

Step 4. Select the option for Assistant Teacher recruitment under Advertisement No. 05/2026.

Step 5. Enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and information related to the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET).

Step 6. Provide details of the required documents and certificates.

Step 7. Pay the prescribed application fee online.

Step 8. Review the information entered in the form and submit it finally.

Step 9. Download and keep a safe copy of the application form and the fee receipt.

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UPESSC PRT Exam Date 2026: Examination to be held in December

According to the recruitment schedule, the selection examination is set to be conducted on December 3 and 4, 2026. Further details regarding the exam schedule, shifts, centers, and admit cards may be released separately by the Commission.

Opportunity for Corrections in the Application Form:

As per the recruitment schedule, the deadline for making corrections to the online application is October 19, 2026. However, the specific fields that can be corrected will be determined based on the Commission’s portal and the official notification.