The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has announced the UP TGT Teacher Recruitment 2026 for candidates seeking teaching jobs in Uttar Pradesh. According to the supplied recruitment details, the application process begins on 24 October 2026, and the last date to register online is 23 November 2026.
A total of 17,735 Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) posts are listed for Balak (boys') and Balika (girls') institutions across multiple subjects. Applicants should check their subject-specific educational qualifications, B.Ed. requirements and any additional eligibility conditions before completing the application.
Candidates planning to apply should review the recruitment notification carefully, submit the registration form before the deadline and keep a copy of the application and fee receipt for future reference.
UP TGT Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Application Begin | 24 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 23 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 23 November 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 26 November 2026 |
| UPESSC TGT Examination Date | 23–24 December 2026 |
| Exam City Details | Before the Exam |
| Admit Card Availability | Before the Exam |
| Answer Key | As per Schedule |
| Result Declaration | As per Schedule |
Candidates should complete registration and payment within the prescribed period. The exam city information and admit card are expected before the examination, subject to the commission's official schedule.
UPESSC UP TGT Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1,000 |
| OBC | ₹1,000 |
| EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC | ₹500 |
| ST | ₹500 |
| PH / Divyang Candidates | ₹300 |
Payment Mode: Candidates can pay the examination fee online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Before making payment, applicants should confirm the fee applicable to their category and check whether any additional transaction charges apply.
UP TGT Teacher Age Limit 2026
The age limit is stated as of 1 July 2026.
| Age Criteria | Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 62 Years |
Age relaxation may be available to eligible candidates under the applicable Uttar Pradesh UPESSC TGT recruitment rules and Advertisement No. 07/2026. Candidates should consult the official notification for category-wise relaxation and the exact method of calculating age.
UPESSC TGT Vacancy Details 2026
The recruitment details list 17,735 vacancies in total, divided between Balak and Balika institutions.
| Post Name | General | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trained Graduate Teacher TGT (Balak) | 6,057 | 2,660 | 4,069 | 3,394 | 13 | 16,193 |
| Trained Graduate Teacher TGT (Balika) | 647 | 222 | 369 | 304 | 0 | 1,542 |
| Total | 6,704 | 2,882 | 4,438 | 3,698 | 13 | 17,735 |
The category totals above are calculated from the supplied figures. Candidates should use the official notification for the final vacancy distribution and any applicable reservation rules.
UP TGT Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates must meet the educational requirements prescribed for the subject and institution in which they wish to apply.
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Educational Qualification: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in the relevant subject, as prescribed for the post.
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B.Ed. Qualification: Candidates must have passed the B.Ed. examination, subject to the conditions specified in the notification.
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TET Requirement: The supplied details mention a Class 6–8 Upper Primary Level TET certificate by 30 June 2027. Candidates should confirm this requirement and its applicability to their selected post in the official notification.
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Subject-Specific Requirements: Certain subjects may require a particular combination of subjects, a specific degree or additional qualifications.
A degree in a related subject may not be sufficient for every TGT post. Check the official subject-wise eligibility rules before selecting a subject in the application form.
UP TGT Subject-Wise Vacancy Details 2026
The following subject-wise vacancy figures are reproduced from the supplied recruitment information. Balak and Balika vacancies are shown separately.
| Subject | Institution Type | General | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindi | Balak | 961 | 477 | 566 | 531 | 4 | 2,539 |
| Hindi | Balika | 115 | 38 | 58 | 41 | 0 | 252 |
| English | Balak | 890 | 364 | 581 | 504 | 1 | 2,340 |
| English | Balika | 73 | 21 | 43 | 40 | 0 | 177 |
| Mathematics | Balak | 883 | 337 | 575 | 392 | 1 | 2,188 |
| Mathematics | Balika | 77 | 20 | 37 | 27 | 0 | 161 |
| Commerce | Balak | 38 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 0 | 129 |
| Commerce | Balika | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 |
| Music Gayan | Balak | 11 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 26 |
| Music Gayan | Balika | 24 | 12 | 15 | 10 | 0 | 61 |
| Sanskrit | Balak | 484 | 231 | 247 | 221 | 0 | 1,183 |
| Sanskrit | Balika | 56 | 22 | 18 | 10 | 0 | 106 |
| Urdu | Balak | 30 | 11 | 40 | 9 | 0 | 90 |
| Urdu | Balika | 4 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 13 |
| Home Science | Balak | 223 | 115 | 189 | 158 | 1 | 686 |
| Home Science | Balika | 46 | 12 | 28 | 26 | 0 | 112 |
| Physical Education | Balak | 328 | 114 | 205 | 137 | 0 | 784 |
| Physical Education | Balika | 16 | 14 | 18 | 17 | 0 | 65 |
| Social Science | Balak | 756 | 342 | 626 | 537 | 4 | 2,265 |
| Social Science | Balika | 70 | 31 | 54 | 62 | 0 | 217 |
| Drawing | Balak | 229 | 102 | 177 | 179 | 1 | 688 |
| Drawing | Balika | 28 | 11 | 29 | 19 | 0 | 87 |
| Agriculture | Balak | 72 | 44 | 61 | 70 | 0 | 247 |
| Agriculture | Balika | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Stitching | Balak | 3 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 14 |
| Stitching | Balika | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| Painting Art | Balak | 30 | 9 | 14 | 21 | 0 | 74 |
| Painting Art | Balika | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Science | Balak | 883 | 355 | 582 | 457 | 1 | 2,278 |
| Science | Balika | 106 | 31 | 46 | 32 | 0 | 215 |
| Biology | Balak | 228 | 116 | 161 | 127 | 0 | 632 |
| Biology | Balika | 11 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 0 | 28 |
| Music Vadan | Balak | 8 | 7 | 5 | 10 | 0 | 30 |
| Music Vadan | Balika | 13 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 30 |
Vacancy verification note: The subject-wise table above follows the figures supplied for this article. Before publication, compare the subject totals and category counts with the original notification, as individual row totals or the overall subject-wise distribution may require confirmation.
How to Apply for UPESSC UP TGT Online Form 2026
Candidates can follow these general steps to complete their application once the relevant official application portal is available.
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Visit the official UPESSC website and open the TGT Recruitment 2026 section.
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Read Advertisement No. 07/2026 and check the eligibility conditions for the subject you want to apply for.
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Complete the registration using the required personal and contact details.
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Log in with the credentials generated during registration.
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Fill in the application form, including educational qualifications, category and other required information.
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Upload the photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
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Pay the examination fee through an available online payment method.
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Review the entire application before final submission.
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Submit the form and save or print the final application and payment receipt.
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If a correction window is provided, make permitted corrections by 26 November 2026.
Use only the official commission website to submit the form. Do not rely on unofficial websites for payment or for entering personal information.
UP TGT Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The final selection procedure will be governed by the official recruitment notification. Candidates should check the prescribed examination scheme, qualifying requirements, merit preparation rules and document verification process before applying.
The examination schedule supplied for this recruitment lists the UPESSC TGT examination for 23–24 December 2026. Further details about the examination pattern, answer key, result and subsequent selection stages should be checked through official commission updates.
Important Links
| Resource | Link / Status |
|---|---|
| Official UPESSC Website | Check the commission's official portal |
| UP TGT Online Application | Check the official recruitment section |
| UP TGT Notification 2026 | Refer to Advertisement No. 07/2026 |
| Exam City Details | Available before the examination, as per schedule |
| Admit Card | Expected before the examination, as per schedule |
| Answer Key and Result | To be updated as per the official schedule |
Verify all application links and recruitment conditions on the commission's official website before submitting the form.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When does the UPESSC UP TGT Online Form 2026 start?
The supplied schedule lists 24 October 2026 as the application start date.
2. What is the last date to apply for UP TGT Recruitment 2026?
The last date for registration and examination fee payment is listed as 23 November 2026. The correction deadline is 26 November 2026.
3. How many vacancies are available in UP TGT Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment details list 17,735 posts, including 16,193 Balak vacancies and 1,542 Balika vacancies.
4. What educational qualification is required for UP TGT 2026?
Candidates generally need a Bachelor's or Master's degree in the relevant subject and a B.Ed. qualification, subject to the specific requirements of their chosen post. Additional subject-wise conditions may apply.
5. What is the age limit for UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026?
The supplied age limit is 21 to 62 years as of 1 July 2026. Candidates should confirm age relaxation and the applicable rules in the official notification.
6. What is the application fee for UP TGT 2026?
The listed fee is ₹1,000 for General, OBC and EWS candidates, ₹500 for SC/ST candidates and ₹300 for PH/Divyang candidates.
7. When will the UP TGT examination be held?
The supplied schedule lists 23 and 24 December 2026 as the examination dates. Candidates should check the official notice for any subsequent changes.
8. Is a TET certificate required for UP TGT Recruitment 2026?
The supplied eligibility details mention a Class 6–8 Upper Primary Level TET certificate by 30 June 2027. Candidates should verify the exact requirement and its applicability to their chosen post in the official notification.
9. When will the UP TGT admit card be released?
The admit card is listed as available before the examination. The commission's official website should be checked for the release announcement and download link.
10. Where can candidates check subject-wise UP TGT vacancies?
The subject-wise figures are listed in this article based on the supplied information. Candidates should compare them with the official notification before making their final subject selection.
Applicants should review the notification carefully, confirm their subject-specific eligibility and complete the online registration before the deadline. Keep checking official UPESSC updates for changes to the schedule, admit card, examination instructions and result.