- Age limit
- 21–40 yrs · age counted on 1 Jul 2026
- Age relaxation
- OBC-NCL +5 yrs · SC +5 yrs · ST +5 yrs
- Date of birth
- 2 Jul 1985 – 1 Jul 2005 · General / UR · EWS2 Jul 1980 – 1 Jul 2005 · OBC-NCL · SC · ST
- Qualification
- Graduation plus a recognised teacher-training qualification (BTC/D.El.Ed., two-year BTC (Urdu), Vishisht BTC, RCI two-year special-education diploma, or four-year B.El.Ed.), and a pass in a Teacher Eligibility Test held by the State Government or the Government of India. The advert does not list B.Ed. for this post.
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Posts
- 11,508
UP Assistant Teacher 2026 Urban Primary and Attached Primary, Advt. 05/2026
3 Dec 2026
Notice 15 Sep 2026 · upessc.up.gov.in ↗ Checked
UP Assistant Teacher 2026 (Advt. 05/2026) is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission, for posts in Uttar Pradesh. Exam: 3–4 Dec 2026. Age at least 21 years; the upper limit depends on the post as on 1 Jul 2026; minimum qualification: Graduate.
Can you apply?
At a glance
- Age
- 21–40+ years · on 1 Jul 2026 · varies by post
- Qualification
- Graduate · lowest across posts
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh Candidates from other states: check the notice’s rule (often General, without reservation).
- Exam date
- 3–4 Dec 2026
Official links
- Official websiteupessc.up.gov.in
- Official notification (PDF)upessc.up.gov.in · 15 Sep 2026
- Last dates to apply and to correct the application extended (28 Oct and 31 Oct 2026)upessc.up.gov.in · 15 Oct 2026
- Attached Primary: RCI special-education diploma and B.El.Ed. added to qualifications; last date extended to 4 Nov 2026upessc.up.gov.in · 28 Oct 2026
Fees are paid only on the official site. Sahi Exam never asks for money.
Key dates
Eligibility by post
- Age limit
- 21+ yrs (no upper limit) · age counted on 1 Jul 2026
- Age relaxation
- None listed
- Date of birth
- on or before 1 Jul 2005 · General / UR · OBC-NCL · SC · ST · EWS
- Qualification
- Graduation plus a teacher-training qualification: BTC or D.El.Ed. from an NCTE-recognised course, or (added by the notice of 28 Oct 2026) the RCI-approved two-year diploma in special education or the four-year B.El.Ed.; and a pass in the TET for Classes 1–5 (primary level) held by the UP Government or the Government of India. The advert sets no upper age limit for this post; its retirement age is 62.
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Posts
- 897
How selection works
- Written exam: 120 MCQs, 360 marks
- Document verification
Fee and pay
- General / Unreserved, OBC, EWS and others
- ₹1,000
- SC, ST
- ₹500
- Persons with disabilities
- ₹300
- Pay
- Level 6: ₹35,400–1,12,400 a monthAs printed in the official notice.
Always confirm the details in the official notification before you apply.
Common questions about UP Assistant Teacher 2026 (Advt. 05/2026)
What is the last date to apply for UP Assistant Teacher 2026 (Advt. 05/2026)?
The last date to apply is 28 Oct 2026. Applications open on 16 Sep 2026.
When is the correction window for UP Assistant Teacher 2026 (Advt. 05/2026)?
Last date to correct the online application: 31 Oct 2026. Extended last date to correct the application: Attached Primary, newly added qualifications: 7 Nov 2026.
When is the UP Assistant Teacher 2026 (Advt. 05/2026) exam?
The exam is on 3–4 Dec 2026, as per the official notice.
What is the age limit for UP Assistant Teacher 2026 (Advt. 05/2026)?
At least 21 years; the upper limit depends on the post, counted as on 1 Jul 2026. How age is counted
Is there age relaxation in UP Assistant Teacher 2026 (Advt. 05/2026)?
Yes, but it differs by post — see “Eligibility by post” above. Persons with disabilities get extra relaxation too — see the official notification for the exact years. Age relaxation explained
What qualification do I need for UP Assistant Teacher 2026 (Advt. 05/2026)?
At least: Graduate. The exact requirement differs by post — see “Eligibility by post” above.
Where is the official notification for UP Assistant Teacher 2026 (Advt. 05/2026)?
It is published by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission. Applications are made on upessc.up.gov.in. Open the official notification ↗
How do I know if I’m eligible for UP Assistant Teacher 2026 (Advt. 05/2026)?
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