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Teaching aspirants across Uttar Pradesh have a reason to celebrate. The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has announced a major recruitment drive offering 12,405 Assistant Teacher vacancies across primary schools in the state.
If you dream of securing a government teaching role in UP, this guide covers every detail you need to know—from qualification rules to step-by-step application instructions.
Post & Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
The total pool of 12,405 vacancies is distributed across urban primary schools and separate primary wings as detailed below:
| School / Category | Number of Vacancies |
| Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban) | 11,508 |
| Assistant Teacher (Primary – Boys’ Schools) | 473 |
| Assistant Teacher (Primary – Girls’ Schools) | 424 |
| Total Vacancies | 12,405 |
Important Dates to Remember
The official schedule for the UP Super TET 2026 examination process is as follows:
| Event | Date |
| Official Notification Release | September 15, 2026 |
| Online Application & OTR Window Begins | September 16, 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application & Pay Fee | October 15, 2026 |
| Application Correction Window Closes | October 19, 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | December 3 and 4, 2026 |
Pro Tip: Complete your One-Time Registration (OTR) and application early to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks or transaction delays.
Eligibility Criteria & Age Limits
1. Educational Qualifications
Candidates must hold the following minimum qualifications:
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Graduation Degree: From a recognized university.
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Teacher Training Certificate: D.El.Ed (Diploma in Elementary Education), BTC, B.El.Ed, or an equivalent recognized professional teaching qualification.
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Teacher Eligibility Test (TET): A valid passing certificate in either UPTET (Paper 1) or CTET (Paper 1) is mandatory.
2. Age Criteria
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Minimum Age: 21 years
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Maximum Age: 40 years
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Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation is granted to candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-servicemen) as per Uttar Pradesh State Government rules.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply via UPESSC Portal
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is CTET mandatory for UP Super TET 2026, or is UPTET accepted?
Both CTET (Primary Stage) and UPTET (Primary Level) passing credentials are accepted to fulfill the TET qualification criteria for primary assistant teacher posts.
Q2. What is the total duration to apply for UP Super TET 2026?
The online application portal opens on September 16, 2026, and closes on October 15, 2026. The correction window remains open until October 19, 2026.
Q3. What is the total mark weightage for the written examination?
The written examination carries a weightage of 360 marks, testing candidates across core pedagogical, language, mathematical, and general awareness subjects.
Helpful External & Related Links
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For complete regional news updates and state policy notifications, visit Matribhumi Samachar English.
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes based on official announcements. Applicants are advised to verify all post-wise eligibility rules, reservation criteria, and technical guidelines from the official UPESSC recruitment notification before submitting their applications.
