Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) Pravakta / PGT Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,607 Lecturer Posts (Advt. No. 06/2026)

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has officially released the comprehensive recruitment notification (Advertisement No. 06/2026) for the direct recruitment of Pravakta (Post Graduate Teacher / PGT / Lecturer) posts.

This state-level teaching recruitment campaign aims to fill 2,607 tentative vacancies across 26 different academic subjects in government-aided (ashaskiya sahayata prapt) secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. The mandatory One-Time Registration (OTR) and online application portal opens on 18th September 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their online applications up to 17th October 2026.

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Body	Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. 06/2026
Post Designation	Pravakta / Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) / Lecturer
Total Openings	2,607 Vacancies
Job Location / Cadre	Government-Aided Secondary Schools across Uttar Pradesh
Application Mode	Online Only (via official UPESSC portal)
One-Time Registration (OTR) / Apply Online Start Date	18th September 2026
Last Date for Online Application & Fee Payment	17th October 2026
Official Website Portal	[suspicious link removed]

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Publication Date	15th September 2026
Commencement of OTR & Online Application Form	18th September 2026
Closing Date & Time for Online Registration & Fee Payment	17th October 2026
Application Form Correction / Edit Window	18th October to 21st October 2026
Written Examination Date	15th and 16th December 2026

School-Wise Vacancy Distribution Matrix

School Category	Total Vacancies
Pravakta (PGT) in Boys’ Schools (Balak Varg)	2,329 Posts
Pravakta (PGT) in Girls’ Schools (Balika Varg)	278 Posts
Grand Total	2,607 Posts

Salary Scale & Financial Benefits Matrix

• Post Name: Pravakta / PGT Lecturer
• Pay Level: Level-8 (7th Pay Commission)
• Pay Scale Structure: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100/- per month

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on 1st July 2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: 21 Years
• Maximum Age Limit: Linked to the superannuation retirement age of 62 Years.
• Upper Age Relaxations: Applicable to reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, etc.) as per Uttar Pradesh Government rules.

2. Educational Qualifications (Subject-Wise Summary)

• General Academic Requirement: Post Graduate Degree in the relevant teaching subject from a recognized university, accompanied by a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or equivalent degree recognized by NCTE.
• Hindi: Master’s Degree in Hindi with Sanskrit as a subject at Graduation level, plus B.Ed.
• Home Science: Post Graduate degree in Home Science or B.Sc. in Home Science with B.Ed.
• Physical Education: Graduation degree along with a Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.) qualification.

Selection Process Structure

1. Written Examination (360 Marks): Consists of 120 objective-type multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 360 marks, to be completed in 2 hours. Every correct answer awards 3 marks, with a penalty of 1 mark deducted for every incorrect or multiple-marked response.
2. Interview (40 Marks): Shortlisted candidates from the written examination are called for a personality and teaching aptitude interview carrying 40 marks.
3. Final Merit List: Compiled out of a maximum of 400 total marks (360 written + 40 interview).

Application Fee Structure

Category	Application Fee Amount
General (Unreserved) / OBC / EWS	₹1,500/-
Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST)	₹750/-
Divyangjan (PwD / Handicapped)	₹500/-
Payment Mode: Online digital gateway via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI channels.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Navigate to the official website of UPESSC at [suspicious link removed].
2. Complete One-Time Registration (OTR): Register your profile using verified personal details, email, and mobile number before accessing the application form.
3. Select Recruitment Advertisement: Log in with your OTR credentials and open Advertisement No. 06/2026 for Pravakta (PGT) Posts.
4. Fill Application Details: Enter all educational particulars, personal data, and choose your preferred teaching subject and school category (Balak or Balika Varg). Note: Forms must be filled strictly in English.
5. Upload Scanned Documents: Upload clear digital copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and necessary academic certificates.
6. Pay Application Fee: Complete the online fee transaction before 17th October 2026.
7. Final Submission & Printout: Submit the completed form and print out a hard copy confirmation slip for your records.

🔗Notification PDF 2026

📄 Apply Online Link

🔗 official website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for UPESSC PGT Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application and fee payment window closes strictly on 17th October 2026.

Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under Advertisement No. 06/2026?

A: A total of 2,607 vacancies have been notified for Pravakta (PGT/Lecturer) posts across 26 subjects.

Q3: When does the online application process officially begin?

A: The online registration and OTR window opens on 18th September 2026.

Q4: When is the UPESSC PGT Written Examination scheduled?

A: The written examination is scheduled to be held on 15th and 16th December 2026.

Q5: What is the age limit criteria for UPESSC PGT posts?

A: Candidates must be between 21 and 62 years of age as on 1st July 2026.