UP Teacher Recruitment 2026: 85,000 Vacancies Expected

The Uttar Pradesh government has come up with good news for candidates aspiring to begin their careers in the teaching field. Under the recruitment drive, a total of 85,000 vacancies are expected to be filled for Primary, Upper Primary, Secondary, and Higher Secondary levels. The complete details will be released with the notification; till then, go through the article to know the expected details.

UP Teacher Notification 2026

As per a newspaper report from Prayagraj, requisitions have been sent to multiple commissions, including the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) and the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC), to fill 85,000 expected PRT, TGT, and PGT Vacancies. The official notification PDF, along with complete vacancy details, eligibility criteria, and the selection process, will be released soon.

Uttar Pradesh Teacher Vacancy 2026

UP Teacher Recruitment 2026 is one of the biggest opportunities for aspiring educators, with 85,000 expected PRT, TGT, and PGT teaching posts, and for more posts chcek table.

UP Teacher Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Only the candidates who fulfil the required eligibility criteria as mentioned by the commission are eligible to apply for UP PRT, TGT, and PGT posts.

For Primary Teacher (PRT) Class 1 to 5

• Candidates must have passed Intermediate/Class 12th with a minimum of 50% marks
• 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed / BTC / D.Ed).
• Must have qualified CTET Paper-I (Central level) or State TET Paper-I (e.g., UPTET Paper-I)
• Age Limit – 21 to 40 years

For Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Class 6 to 10

• Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) with at least 50% marks in the concerned subject/subject combination
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) degree
• Must have qualified CTET Paper-II or State TET Paper-II (e.g., UPTET Paper-II)
• Age Limit – 21 to 60 years

For Post Graduate Teacher / Lecturer (PGT) Class 11 to 12

• Master’s Degree (Post Graduation) with a minimum of 50% marks in the relevant subject (e.g., M.A., M.Sc., M.Com)
• A B.Ed. A degree is mandatory
• Age Limit – 21 to 60 years

UP Teacher Vacancy 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for Primary Teacher (PRT), Trained Graduate Teacher, and Post Graduate Teacher posts includes the following stages.

1. Written Examination
2. Document Verification Process