UP PGT Lecturer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,607 Post Graduate Teacher Posts in UP Secondary Education
Advt No: Advt No. 06/2026 (Post Graduate Teacher - PGT)
Total Vacancies
2,607 Posts
Eligibility
ANY POST GRADUATE
Salary Range
₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100
Last Date to Apply
17 October 2026
About this Recruitment
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has officially announced Advertisement No. 06/2026 for the recruitment of 2,607 Post Graduate Teachers (PGT / Lecturers / Pravakta) in government-aided intermediate colleges across Uttar Pradesh. Post Graduate degree holders in the relevant teaching subject with B.Ed qualification are invited to apply for prestigious faculty positions across 23 disciplines including Hindi, English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, History, and Economics. The selection model follows a 500-mark schema: 425 marks for the written examination, 50 marks for personal interview, and 25 marks for doctoral/higher academic weightage. Online applications are open from 18 September 2026 until 17 October 2026 on upessc.up.gov.in.
✨ Copilot Highlights
- 2,607 permanent Post Graduate Teacher (PGT Lecturer) vacancies announced under UPESSC Advt No. 06/2026.
- Prestigious State Pay Matrix Level 8 (₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100 with Grade Pay ₹4,800) offering ~₹67,000 - ₹70,000 monthly take-home pay.
- Discipline-specific subject posts covering Science, Humanities, Commerce, and Languages in government-aided intermediate institutions.
- Comprehensive 500-mark evaluation framework: 85% Written Test (425 marks) + 10% Interview (50 marks) + 5% Doctorate/M.Ed. credentials (25 marks).
- No upper age limit for eligible candidates (minimum age 21 years as of 01 July 2026; maximum up to superannuation age 62 years).
Important Dates
Notification Released
16 September 2026
Application Start Date
18 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
17 October 2026
Exam Date
20 December 2026
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Vacancies | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| PGT Lecturer (Hindi) | 315 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| PGT Lecturer (English) | 280 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| PGT Lecturer (Mathematics) | 245 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| PGT Lecturer (Physics) | 210 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| PGT Lecturer (Chemistry) | 215 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| PGT Lecturer (Biology / Botany / Zoology) | 195 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| PGT Lecturer (History) | 185 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| PGT Lecturer (Geography) | 170 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| PGT Lecturer (Economics) | 165 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| PGT Lecturer (Civics / Political Science) | 160 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
| PGT Lecturer (Commerce, Sociology, Sanskrit & Others) | 467 | ANY POST GRADUATE |
Age Limit & Eligibility
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age
60 Years
* Age calculated as on 1 July 2026
Age Relaxations:
⚡ Am I Eligible? (Instant Age & Cut-off Verifier)
Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 July 2026)
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure
Pay Level / Grade: UP State Revised Pay Matrix Level 8 (₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100, Grade Pay ₹4,800) plus 50% DA and HRA
Official Pay Scale
₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100
Estimated In-Hand Salary
₹67,160 - ₹70,160 per month
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Written Examination
Exam Mode: Offline OMR Based Multiple Choice Examination
| Subject / Section | No. of Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concerned Post-Graduate Subject Specialization (e.g. Hindi, English, Maths, Physics, History) | 125 | 425 | 120 min |
How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide
Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.
Access the UPESSC portal: https://upessc.up.gov.in.
Select Candidate Registration and choose Advertisement No. 06/2026 — Post Graduate Teacher (PGT).
Select your applying subject (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Hindi) and fill in Master Degree and B.Ed/M.Ed/Ph.D credential details.
Upload scanned recent passport photograph (20-50 KB JPG) and clear signature (10-20 KB JPG).
Pay the prescribed examination fee online (General/OBC ₹750, EWS ₹650, SC ₹450, ST ₹250) via SBI e-Pay.
Submit the final application form, download the generated PDF acknowledgment, and retain a printed copy for the interview round.
High School (10th) Certificate
Clear scan for Date of Birth verification
Intermediate (12th) Marksheet & Certificate
Scanned copy showing marks and subjects
Bachelor Degree & Marksheets
All semester/year marksheets from recognized University
Master Degree (Post Graduation) Marksheet & Degree in Relevant Subject
Mandatory qualification certificate with minimum required division
B.Ed / M.Ed / Ph.D. Degree / Net / Slet Certificates
Proof for claiming 25-mark special weightage
Domicile & Caste / EWS Certificate (Uttar Pradesh)
Issued by competent revenue authority for reservation benefit
Application Fee
Payment Modes: SBI e-Pay Net Banking, UPI (PhonePe, Google Pay, BHIM), Debit Cards (RuPay / Visa / MasterCard), Credit Cards, SBI Branch E-Challan
Selection Process
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies announced under UP PGT Advt 06/2026?
UPESSC has advertised 2,607 vacancies for Post Graduate Teachers (Lecturers / Pravakta) across 23 different teaching subjects in Uttar Pradesh aided intermediate colleges.
Is B.Ed compulsory for applying to UP PGT posts?
Candidates must hold a Master degree in the concerned subject from a recognized University. While candidates with B.Ed, M.Ed, or Ph.D receive preferential marks (up to 25 marks weightage), a Post Graduate degree in the relevant subject is the foundational eligibility requirement.
What is the age limit for UP PGT Recruitment 2026?
The candidate must have completed 21 years of age as of 01 July 2026. Under UP Secondary Education rules, there is no upper age limit for teaching positions until the age of superannuation (62 years).
What is the selection process and marks distribution for UP PGT?
The total selection evaluation is out of 500 marks: Written Examination accounts for 425 marks (125 MCQs x 3.4 marks each), Interview accounts for 50 marks, and Special Academic Qualifications (Ph.D./M.Ed./B.Ed./Sports) account for 25 marks.
Is there any negative marking in the UP PGT written exam?
No. There is no negative marking in the UP PGT written examination. Candidates are awarded 3.4 marks for each correct answer.
What is the last date to apply online for UP PGT 2026?
Online application submission on upessc.up.gov.in closes on 17 October 2026, while application fee payments are accepted until 18 October 2026.
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