UP PGT Lecturer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,607 Post Graduate Teacher Posts in UP Secondary Education
Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones
Official selection stages and schedule updates as notified by Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
Online Application Window
Application window closed on 17 Oct 2026
Stage 1: Written Examination (85% Weightage
125 Objective MCQs, 425 Marks, 2 Hours, No Negative Marking)
Stage 2: Interview / Viva-Voce (10% Weightage
50 Marks evaluating subject expertise, general knowledge, and teaching expression)
Stage 3: Special Qualification Weightage (5% Weightage
25 Marks for Ph.D./D.Phil, M.Ed., B.Ed., or National Sports representation)
Stage 4: Document Verification and College Allocation to Go...
Document Verification and College Allocation to Government Aided Inter Colleges (Ashaskiya Sahayata Prapt Vidyalaya)
15-Second Executive Decision Summary
Verified key decision factors extracted directly from official notification
2,607
PGT Lecturer (Hindi), PGT Lecturer (English), PGT Lecturer (Mathematics)
ANY POST GRADUATE
Verify My Eligibility21 – 60 Yrs
as on 1 Jul 2026
₹47,600–₹1,51,100
View In-Hand SimulatorAbout 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).
Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator
Minimum Age
21 Years
Maximum Age
60 Years
* Age calculated as on: 1 July 2026
Category-Wise Age Relaxations:
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Important Dates & Timeline
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 |
Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator
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
₹74,818
/ month (take-home)Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.
Approx Annual Gross (CTC)
₹9.92 LPA
Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer
Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.
Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus
Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker
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 educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application 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
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Application Fee Details
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.
Last Date to Apply
17 October 2026
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