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UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 (Super TET): Apply Online for 12,405 Primary Teacher Posts in UP Basic Education

Advt No: Advt No. 05/2026 (Assistant Teacher Primary)

Total Vacancies

12,405 Posts

Eligibility

B ED M ED TET

Salary Range

35,400 - ₹1,12,400

Last Date to Apply

15 October 2026

About this Recruitment

Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has officially released Advertisement No. 05/2026 inviting online applications for 12,405 vacancies of Assistant Teachers (Sahayak Adhyapak) in government primary schools (Parishadiya Prathmik Vidyalayas) across 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh. Qualified candidates possessing a Graduation Degree with at least 50% marks, 2-year D.El.Ed (BTC) / B.El.Ed, and valid UPTET (Paper 1) or CTET (Paper 1) certification are eligible to apply. Selection is executed through the comprehensive Super TET (Assistant Teacher Recruitment Examination - ATRE) followed by cumulative Quality Point Index merit calculation. Applications can be submitted online via upessc.up.gov.in from 16 September 2026 to 15 October 2026.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • 12,405 permanent Assistant Teacher (Primary) vacancies announced under UPESSC Advt No. 05/2026.
  • Lucrative State Pay Matrix Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400 with Grade Pay ₹4,200) yielding ~₹50,000 - ₹52,000 monthly take-home salary.
  • Eligibility mandates Bachelor Degree + 2-year D.El.Ed (BTC) / 4-year B.El.Ed, and qualifying score in UPTET Paper-I or CTET Paper-I.
  • Composite selection index comprising 40% academic weightage (High School, Intermediate, Graduation, BTC 10% each) and 60% Super TET ATRE score.
  • Comprehensive 150-mark objective offline examination across 14 multidisciplinary topics including Teaching Methodology, Child Psychology, and Life Skills with no negative marking.

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

14 September 2026

2

Application Start Date

16 September 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

15 October 2026

4

Exam Date

6 December 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Assistant Teacher (Primary Schools / Prathmik Vidyalaya - Class 1 to 5)12405 B ED M ED TET

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

40 Years

* Age calculated as on 1 July 2026

Age Relaxations:

OBC Candidates (Uttar Pradesh Domicile): +5 Years
SC / ST Candidates (Uttar Pradesh Domicile): +5 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Divyangjan - UP): +15 Years
Ex-Servicemen (ESM - UP Domicile): +3 Years
Dependents of Freedom Fighters (DFF - UP Domicile): +5 Years

⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)

Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 July 2026)

Educational Eligibility: B ED M ED TET, DIPLOMA, ANY GRADUATE
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: UP State Revised Pay Matrix Level 6 (₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400, Grade Pay ₹4,200) with 50% DA and HRA as per 7th CPC

Official Pay Scale

₹35,400 - ₹1,12,400

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay35,400
Dearness Allowance (DA)50% of Basic Pay (₹17,700 per month)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)₹1,870 - ₹4,020 per month (Rural ₹1,870, Town ₹2,670, Urban Municipalities ₹4,020)
Other AllowancesRural Compensatory Allowance / Special Duty Allowance where applicable
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS Employee Contribution (10% Basic + DA = ₹5,310), GIS (~₹100)
Gross Salary₹54,970 - ₹57,120 per month depending on rural/urban posting

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹49,560 - ₹51,710 per month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Super TET (Assistant Teacher Recruitment Examination - ATRE)

Exam Mode: Offline OMR Based Multiple Choice Examination

150 Minutes
Total Marks: 150
Negative Marking: No negative marking (1 mark awarded per correct answer)
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax MarksDuration
Language (Hindi, English, Sanskrit - Grammar and Comprehension)4040150 min
Mathematics (Numerical Ability, Geometry, Algebra, Statistics)2020-
Science (Matter, Force, Speed, Energy, Human Body, Health)1010-
Environment and Social Studies (Earth Structure, Rivers, Indian Constitution, UP Geography)1010-
Teaching Methodology & Pedagogy (Teaching Skills, Educational Evaluation)1010-
Child Psychology (Child Development, Inclusive Learning, Special Education)1010-
General Knowledge & Current Affairs (National & International Events, UP Culture)3030-
Reasoning Ability (Puzzles, Coding-Decoding, Venn Diagrams)55-
Information Technology (Computers, Digital Learning Tools, DIKSHA/Swayam)55-
Life Skills, Management & Aptitude (Professional Ethics, Constitutional Values, Motivation)1010-
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Access the UPESSC recruitment portal: https://upessc.up.gov.in.

2

Navigate to Latest Notifications and select Advertisement No. 05/2026 — Assistant Teacher (Primary).

3

Complete the Candidate Registration Form by entering Personal Details, Aadhaar Number, UPTET/CTET Roll Number & Passing Year, and D.El.Ed/BTC details.

4

Upload high-resolution scanned passport photograph (20-50 KB JPG) and signature (10-20 KB JPG) as per commission specifications.

5

Pay the application fee online using SBI e-Pay (₹700 for UR/OBC/EWS, ₹500 for SC/ST, Nil for Divyangjan).

6

Review the completed application preview, submit the final declaration, and print the confirmation page with registration number for counseling.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

High School (10th) Certificate & Marksheet

Scanned copy for Date of Birth verification

Intermediate (12th) Marksheet & Passing Certificate

Clear scan showing marks obtained

Graduation Degree Marksheets (All Semesters/Years)

Proof of minimum 50% aggregate score

D.El.Ed (BTC) / B.El.Ed Diploma Certificate & Marksheet

NCTE-recognized teacher training completion certificate

UPTET (Paper 1) or CTET (Paper 1) Eligibility Certificate / DigiLocker Marks Statement

Passing certificate demonstrating minimum qualifying marks

Uttar Pradesh Resident / Domicile Certificate

Issued by competent revenue authority (Tehsildar/SDM)

Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC Non-Creamy Layer) / EWS Certificate

Valid certificate issued by UP State competent authority

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS Candidates₹700
SC / ST Candidates of Uttar Pradesh₹500
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (Divyangjan)Free

Payment Modes: SBI e-Pay Net Banking, UPI (PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, BHIM), Debit Cards (RuPay / Visa / MasterCard), Credit Cards, SBI Branch E-Challan

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Super TET Written Examination (UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment Exam - ATRE — 150 Objective MCQs, 150 Marks, 2.5 Hours, No Negative Marking)
2
Stage 2: Composite Merit / Quality Point Score Calculation (10% High School + 10% Intermediate + 10% Graduation + 10% D.El.Ed/BTC Training + 60% Super TET Written Exam Score)
3
Stage 3: District Allocation & Counseling based on state merit rank and candidate district preferences across 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh
4
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Fitness Check by District Basic Education Officers (BSA)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total vacancy count for UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026?

UPESSC has advertised 12,405 vacancies for Assistant Teachers in Uttar Pradesh government primary schools (Classes 1 to 5) under Advertisement No. 05/2026.

Are B.Ed degree holders eligible for UP Primary Assistant Teacher posts?

As per Supreme Court rulings and National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) guidelines, primary teacher recruitment is reserved exclusively for candidates with 2-year D.El.Ed (BTC), 4-year B.El.Ed, or equivalent primary teacher training qualifications who have qualified UPTET Paper-1 or CTET Paper-1.

How is the final merit list calculated for UP Super TET?

Final selection is based on a 100-point composite merit index: 10% of High School percentage, 10% of Intermediate percentage, 10% of Graduation percentage, 10% of BTC/D.El.Ed training percentage, and 60% of the Super TET written examination percentage.

Is there any negative marking in the UP Super TET examination?

No. The Super TET exam consists of 150 objective multiple-choice questions for 150 marks, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers.

What is the age limit for UP Assistant Teacher 2026?

Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as of 01 July 2026. Upper age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh, and 15 years for PwD (Divyangjan) candidates.

What is the last date to apply online for UP Super TET 2026?

The online registration on upessc.up.gov.in closes on 15 October 2026, while the fee payment can be completed until 16 October 2026.

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