UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 – 12405 Posts, Rs.35400 Salary, Apply Before Oct 15

Q: What is the total vacancy in UPESSC PRT 2026?

The total vacancy under Advertisement No. 05/2026 is 12,405 posts — comprising 11,508 urban primary school posts (across 75 districts of UP under Basic Shiksha Vibhag) and 897 aided primary school posts (473 boys’ schools + 424 girls’ schools under Madhyamik Shiksha Vibhag). Vacancy numbers may change marginally as per final merger list.

Q: Is CTET sufficient for UPESSC PRT 2026, or is UPTET mandatory?

Both CTET Paper-I and UPTET Paper-I are equally valid for UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026. Candidates who have cleared either TET for Classes 1–5 are eligible to apply. The official notification treats both TET qualifications at par — there is no preference for one over the other in the eligibility criteria.

Q: Is there any interview in UPESSC PRT 2026 selection?

No interview is conducted for UPESSC PRT 2026. Selection is entirely merit-based on a 360-mark written examination consisting of 120 MCQ questions. The final merit list is prepared from written exam scores only. In case of tied scores, graduation percentage, then B.Ed/D.El.Ed percentage, and then age (older candidate preferred) are used as tiebreakers.

✅ Quick Answer
UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 05/2026) has been officially released by UPESSC, Prayagraj, for a combined 12,405 posts — 11,508 Sahayak Adhyapak Prathmik Urban (Basic Education) and 897 Sahayak Adhyapak Sambaddh Primary (Aided Schools). Online applications open September 16, 2026 and the last date for fee payment is October 15, 2026. The written exam is scheduled for December 3–4, 2026 with a pay scale of Rs.35,400–Rs.1,12,400/month.

UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 is one of the largest government teacher recruitment drives in Uttar Pradesh this year, offering 12,405 primary teaching posts across urban schools and aided primary schools. This guide is for B.Ed / D.El.Ed / BTC qualified candidates aged 21–40 years who hold a valid UPTET / CTET certificate and want a permanent government teaching job in UP. Read on for the complete breakdown of vacancies, salary, eligibility, application process, syllabus, and important dates — all sourced directly from the official notification.

📋 UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 — Key Facts at a Glance

Advertisement No.: 05/2026
Conducting Body: Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj
Total Vacancies: 12,405 (11,508 Urban PRT + 897 Aided Primary)
Post Name 1: Sahayak Adhyapak Prathmik, Shahari (Urban) — Basic Shiksha Vibhag
Post Name 2: Sahayak Adhyapak Sambaddh Primary — Madhyamik Shiksha Vibhag
Pay Scale (Level-6): Rs.35,400 – Rs.1,12,400 per month
Application Start Date: September 16, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment: October 15, 2026
Last Date for Correction: October 19, 2026
Exam Date: December 3–4, 2026
Official Website: www.upessc.up.gov.in
Exam Mode: Written (OMR-based MCQ), 120 Questions, 360 Marks, 2 Hours
Negative Marking: -1 mark per wrong answer

📋 Table of Contents

What Is UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026?
Who Should Apply for This Post?
Vacancy Details — District-wise Breakdown
Salary and Pay Scale Details
Eligibility Criteria — Age, Qualification & TET
Application Fee — Category-wise
How to Apply Online — Step-by-Step Process
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
Important Dates
UPESSC PRT vs UPESSC TGT — Key Comparison
Pros and Cons of UPESSC PRT Post
Important Terms Related to UPESSC PRT 2026
Important Links
Conclusion
Key Takeaways
Frequently Asked Questions

What Is UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026?

UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 refers to the selection examination for the post of Sahayak Adhyapak (Assistant Teacher) at primary level schools in Uttar Pradesh, conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj, under Advertisement No. 05/2026. This is a state-level competitive written examination that fills vacancies in two categories: urban-area government primary schools (under Basic Shiksha Vibhag) and aided private primary schools (Sambaddh, under Madhyamik Shiksha Vibhag).

UPESSC was established in 2023 as the nodal body for teacher recruitment across all levels of education in Uttar Pradesh. The commission uses a fully OTR (One-Time Registration) based online application system, and selection is done strictly on merit through a 360-mark written examination consisting of 120 objective MCQ questions. There is no interview for this post — the merit list from the written exam determines final selection.

The 11,508 urban PRT vacancies are distributed across 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh, with the highest concentrations in Bareilly (888), Kanpur Nagar (758), Meerut (635), Aligarh (492), Saharanpur (448), and Lucknow (444). The 897 aided school posts are divided into 473 for boys’ schools and 424 for girls’ schools across the state.

Who Should Apply for UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026?

This recruitment is ideal for the following candidates:

🎓 B.Ed / D.El.Ed / BTC degree holders from recognized Indian universities who want a stable government teaching career
📝 UPTET Paper-I or CTET Paper-I qualified candidates — TET qualification is mandatory for PRT posts in UP
👨‍🏫 Fresh graduates aged 21–40 who hold a Bachelor’s degree with teaching qualification and want to start their government career
🏫 Shiksha Mitras — maximum age limit is relaxed to 60 years for Shiksha Mitras per UP government order
♿ Divyang (PwD) candidates — 15-year age relaxation and designated PwD reserved posts available under VI, LI, HI, and Thalassemia sub-categories
🎖 Ex-Servicemen — age relaxation of 3 years beyond service period, plus dedicated reserved posts (540 posts for Ex-Army candidates)
👩 SC/ST/OBC women from Uttar Pradesh — 5-year age relaxation, reserved vertical category seats, and horizontal reservation benefits
💡 Candidates seeking the largest single UP teaching recruitment of 2026 — with 12,405 posts, this is the biggest PRT vacancy announcement this year

Vacancy Details — Category-wise and District-wise

TABLE – 1

District-wise Details of Vacant Assistant Teacher Posts in Urban Area Primary Schools

S.No.	District	Total	UR	EWS	OBC	SC	ST	Handicapped	VI	LI	HI	Thalassemia	VI/LI/HI/TH (Merit)	Freedom Fighters Dep.	Ex-Army
1	AGRA	315	127	31	85	66	6	12	3	3	3	3	0	6	15
2	ALIGARH	492	199	49	132	103	9	19	4	4	4	4	3	9	24
3	AMBEDKAR NAGAR	29	14	2	7	6	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	1
4	AMETHI (C.S.M. NAGAR)	28	14	2	7	5	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	1
5	AMROHA	230	93	23	62	48	4	9	2	2	2	2	1	4	11
6	AURRAIYA	39	18	3	10	8	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	1
7	AYODHYA (FAIZABAD)	52	22	5	14	10	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	2
8	AZAMGARH	122	51	12	32	25	2	4	1	1	1	1	0	2	6
9	BADAUN	196	81	19	52	41	3	7	1	1	1	1	3	3	9
10	BAGHPAT	35	16	3	9	7	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	1
11	BAHRAICH	140	58	14	37	29	2	5	1	1	1	1	1	2	7
12	BALLIA	121	50	12	32	25	2	4	1	1	1	1	0	2	6
13	BALRAMPUR	52	22	5	14	10	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	2
14	BANDA	52	22	5	14	10	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	2
15	BARABANKI	44	20	4	11	9	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	2
16	BAREILLY	888	358	88	239	186	17	35	8	8	8	8	3	17	44
17	BASTI	131	54	13	35	27	2	5	1	1	1	1	1	2	6
18	BIJNOR	59	26	5	15	12	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	2
19	BULAND SHAHAR	245	100	24	66	51	4	9	2	2	2	2	1	4	12
20	CHANDAULI	15	7	1	4	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
21	CHITRAKUT	3	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
22	DEORIA	131	54	13	35	27	2	5	1	1	1	1	1	2	6
23	ETAH	151	62	15	40	31	3	6	1	1	1	1	2	3	7
24	ETAWAH	125	52	12	33	26	2	5	1	1	1	1	1	2	6
25	FATEHGARH (FARRUKHABAD)	315	127	31	85	66	6	12	3	3	3	3	0	6	15
26	FATEHPUR	95	41	9	25	19	1	3	0	0	0	0	3	1	4
27	FIROZABAD	245	100	24	66	51	4	9	2	2	2	2	1	4	12
28	GAUTAM BUDDH NAGAR	6	4	0	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
29	GHAZIABAD	405	163	40	109	85	8	16	4	4	4	4	0	8	20
30	GAZIPUR	54	23	5	14	11	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	2
31	GONDA	66	29	6	17	13	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	3
32	GORAKHPUR	166	69	16	44	34	3	6	1	1	1	1	2	3	8
33	HAMIRPUR	105	43	10	28	22	2	4	1	1	1	1	0	2	5
34	HAPUR (PANCHSHEEL NAGAR)	108	45	10	29	22	2	4	1	1	1	1	0	2	5
35	HARDOI	166	69	16	44	34	3	6	1	1	1	1	2	3	8
36	HATHRAS	113	47	11	30	23	2	4	1	1	1	1	0	2	5
37	JALAUN	232	95	23	62	48	4	9	2	2	2	2	1	4	11
38	JAUNPUR	151	62	15	40	31	3	6	1	1	1	1	2	3	7
39	JHANSI	30	13	3	8	6	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	1
40	KANNAUJ	48	22	4	12	10	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	2
41	KANPUR DEHAT	12	6	1	3	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
42	KANPUR NAGAR	758	305	75	204	159	15	30	7	7	7	7	2	15	37
43	KASGANJ (KANSHIRAM NAGAR)	128	54	12	34	26	2	5	1	1	1	1	1	2	6
44	KAUSHAMBI	75	32	7	20	15	1	3	0	0	0	0	3	1	3
45	KUSHINAGAR	8	5	0	2	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
46	LAKHIMPUR KHIRI	154	63	15	41	32	3	6	1	1	1	1	2	3	7
47	LALITPUR	68	29	6	18	14	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	3
48	LUCKNOW	444	180	44	119	93	8	17	4	4	4	4	1	8	22
49	MAHARAJGANJ	19	10	1	5	3	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
50	MAHOBA	56	24	5	15	11	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	2
51	MAINPURI	64	27	6	17	13	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	3
52	MATHURA	255	104	25	68	53	5	10	2	2	2	2	2	5	12
53	MAU	54	23	5	14	11	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	2
54	MEERUT	635	256	63	171	133	12	25	6	6	6	6	1	12	31
55	MIRZAPUR	168	69	16	45	35	3	6	1	1	1	1	2	3	8
56	MORADABAD	127	53	12	34	26	2	5	1	1	1	1	1	2	6
57	MUZAFFAR NAGAR	186	76	18	50	39	3	7	1	1	1	1	3	3	9
58	PILIBHIT	166	69	16	44	34	3	6	1	1	1	1	2	3	8
59	PRATAPGARH	107	45	10	28	22	2	4	1	1	1	1	0	2	5
60	PRAYAGRAJ	32	15	3	8	6	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	1
61	RAEBARELI	91	38	9	24	19	1	3	0	0	0	0	3	1	4
62	RAMPUR	129	54	12	34	27	2	5	1	1	1	1	1	2	6
63	SAHARANPUR	448	182	44	120	94	8	17	4	4	4	4	1	8	22
64	SAMBHAL (BHEEM NAGAR)	66	29	6	17	13	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	3
65	SANT KABIR NAGAR	62	27	6	16	12	1	2	0	0	0	0	2	1	3
66	SANT RAVIDAS NAGAR	79	34	7	21	16	1	3	0	0	0	0	3	1	3
67	SHAHJAHANPUR	123	51	12	33	25	2	4	1	1	1	1	0	2	6
68	SHAMLI (PRABUDDHA NAGAR)	161	66	16	43	33	3	6	1	1	1	1	2	3	8
69	SHRAVASTI	2	2	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
70	SIDHARTH NAGAR	152	62	15	41	31	3	6	1	1	1	1	2	3	7
71	SITAPUR	111	46	11	29	23	2	4	1	1	1	1	0	2	5
72	SONBHADRA	20	9	2	5	4	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1
73	SULTANPUR	42	19	4	11	8	0	1	0	0	0	0	1	0	2
74	UNNAO	128	54	12	34	26	2	5	1	1	1	1	1	2	6
75	VARANASI	378	153	37	102	79	7	15	3	3	3	3	3	7	18
TOTAL		11508	4746	1116	3069	2379	198	429	83	83	83	83	97	198	540

TABLE – 2

Details of Assistant Teacher Posts in Aided Primary Schools (Non-Government Aided Schools)
Post Name	Sanctioned Reserved Posts for Boys’ Schools (Category-wise Combined Total)						Sanctioned Reserved Posts for Girls’ Schools (Category-wise Combined Total)						Pending Reservation – Combined Total of Sanctioned Posts for Boys & Girls (Category-wise Combined Total)
Post Name	General	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total	General	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total	General	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total
Assistant Teacher (Aided Primary)	196	189	0	84	4	473	182	159	0	80	3	424	378	348	0	164	7	897
Total	196	189	0	84	4	473	182	159	0	80	3	424	378	348	0	164	7	897

UPESSC PRT 2026 Salary and Pay Scale

Both posts — Sahayak Adhyapak Prathmik Urban and Sahayak Adhyapak Sambaddh Primary — carry Level-6 pay scale as per the 7th Pay Commission. The in-hand salary with DA, HRA and other allowances is significantly higher than the basic pay.

Salary Component	Amount
Pay Level	Level-6 (7th CPC)
Basic Pay (Minimum)	Rs.35,400/month
Basic Pay (Maximum)	Rs.1,12,400/month
Dearness Allowance (DA)	As per government revision (currently ~55% of basic)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	8%–24% of basic (based on city classification)
Travel Allowance (TA)	As applicable per posting
Approx. Gross Salary (Entry)	Rs.54,000–Rs.60,000/month (including allowances)
Annual Increment	3% of basic pay per year
Pension	NPS (National Pension Scheme)

💡 Pro Tip — Salary Growth
At Level-6 entry pay of Rs.35,400, your salary doubles to approximately Rs.70,000+ within 12–15 years of service as you move through annual increments and higher pay cells. Government teachers also receive additional benefits like free or subsidized education for children, medical reimbursement, and maternity/paternity leave — making the effective compensation significantly higher than private sector equivalents.

UPESSC PRT 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions before submitting their application. Once submitted, no changes to category, date of birth, or gender are permitted.

Educational Qualification — Urban PRT Post

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Indian university AND
A recognized teacher training qualification, which includes any ONE of the following:
- BTC (Basic Teacher Certificate) — now called D.El.Ed
- B.T.C. (Urdu) — Two-year BTC
- Vishisht BTC (Special BTC)
- Two-year Diploma (Special Education) approved by Rehabilitation Council of India
- Four-year B.El.Ed (Bachelor of Elementary Education)
- Two-year Diploma in Primary Education as per NCTE norms (under whichever name known)
Passing of Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) — conducted by State Government (UPTET) or Central Government (CTET), for Classes 1–5 (Paper-I)
Note: BTC course is now operated under the name D.El.Ed

Educational Qualification — Aided Sambaddh Primary Post

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or government-recognized equivalent AND
BTC / D.El.Ed recognized by NCTE AND
TET Paper-I (Class 1–5) passed — conducted by UP State Government or Central Government

Age Limit (as on July 1, 2026)

Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age
Urban PRT — General/UR	21 years	40 years
Urban PRT — SC/ST/OBC (UP domicile)	21 years	45 years (+5 relaxation)
Urban PRT — Divyang/PwD (UP)	21 years	55 years (+15 relaxation)
Urban PRT — Ex-Servicemen	21 years	43 years (+3 years beyond service)
Urban PRT — Shiksha Mitra	21 years	60 years
Aided Sambaddh Primary — All categories	21 years	62 years (superannuation age)

Important: Age relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) applies only to candidates who are domicile residents of Uttar Pradesh. Candidates from other states belonging to these categories will be treated as General/UR category candidates for age calculation.

Application Fee — Category-wise

Category	Exam Fee
General / Unreserved / OBC / EWS and others	Rs.1,000
SC / ST (Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe)	Rs.500
Divyang (Persons with Disability)	Rs.300

Fee payment is accepted via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking only through the official UPESSC portal. Once submitted, the fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, including incomplete applications or rejection of candidature.

How to Apply Online for UPESSC PRT 2026 — Step-by-Step

Visit the Official Portal: Go to www.upessc.up.gov.in — the only valid platform. Applications through any other medium will not be accepted.
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR): All candidates must complete OTR first. OTR begins September 16, 2026. Register with correct personal details (name, date of birth, gender, category) — these cannot be changed after submission.
Log in to Application Portal: After OTR, log in using your Registration Number and Date of Birth to access the application form.
Fill the Application Form: Enter all educational, personal, and category details in English. Mention your preference for both types of schools (Urban PRT and/or Aided) — this preference is mandatory and cannot be changed after the last date.
Upload Documents: Upload a JPG/JPEG passport-size photo (30KB–300KB, 300–600 DPI) and signature (10KB–200KB, 140×110 pixel, white background). All certificates must be in PDF format, 50KB–500KB each.
Pay the Application Fee: Pay via Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking through the payment gateway. Last date: October 15, 2026. Save the payment receipt.
Submit and Print: After final submission, download and print 3 copies of the application form. Two sets must be submitted at the time of document verification. Submitted applications cannot be modified.
Download Admit Card: Admit card will be available on the official portal 3 days before the exam. District allotment information will be shared 10 days before the exam date.

⚠️ Critical OTR Warning
Once your OTR registration is submitted, your category, date of birth, and gender are permanently locked. Double-check every field before clicking “Submit.” UPESSC will not allow any correction to these fields after submission, and errors will result in application rejection — for which you alone are responsible.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

Selection is based entirely on a written examination. There is no interview for these posts. The exam is conducted in OMR (optical mark recognition) format using a black ballpoint pen only.

Parameter	Details
Total Marks	360 marks
Total Questions	120 MCQ (Multiple Choice)
Marks per Correct Answer	+3 marks
Negative Marking	–1 mark per wrong/multiple answer
Exam Duration	2 hours (120 minutes)
Language	Hindi and English (bilingual question paper)
Exam Mode	OMR-based written exam (not computer-based)

Tie-Breaking Rule: If two candidates score equal marks, the one with the higher graduation percentage is placed above. If graduation percentage is also equal, the higher B.Ed/D.El.Ed percentage is considered. If still tied, the older candidate gets preference. The complete syllabus is available on the UPESSC website at www.upessc.up.gov.in. If the exam is conducted in multiple shifts, score normalization (as per UPESSC notification dated February 26, 2026) will apply.

UPESSC PRT 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Publication Date	September 15, 2026
Online OTR Registration Start	September 16, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	October 15, 2026
Last Date for Application Correction	October 19, 2026
District Allotment Information	10 days before exam
Admit Card Download	3 days before exam
Written Examination Date	December 3–4, 2026
Document Verification	After result declaration (date TBA)

UPESSC PRT vs UPESSC TGT — Key Comparison

Parameter	UPESSC PRT 2026	UPESSC TGT (Future)
Level	Primary (Class 1–5)	Upper Primary (Class 6–8)
TET Required	UPTET Paper-I or CTET Paper-I	UPTET Paper-II or CTET Paper-II
Minimum Qualification	Graduation + D.El.Ed/BTC/B.El.Ed	Graduation + B.Ed in relevant subject
Pay Scale	Level-6 (Rs.35,400–Rs.1,12,400)	Level-7 (Rs.44,900–Rs.1,42,400)
Vacancies (2026)	12,405 posts	TBA
Exam Duration	2 hours, 120 MCQs	2 hours, 120 MCQs (similar pattern)
Age Limit (General)	21–40 years	21–40 years
Max Age (SC/ST/OBC UP)	45 years	45 years
Interview	No interview	No interview
Best For	D.El.Ed / BTC holders with UPTET-I	B.Ed holders with UPTET-II

🏆 Expert Verdict
If you hold a D.El.Ed / BTC qualification and have cleared UPTET Paper-I or CTET Paper-I, UPESSC PRT 2026 is the best government teaching opportunity in UP right now. With 12,405 posts across 75 districts, the competition-to-vacancy ratio is significantly better than central teaching jobs. The Level-6 pay scale and full government benefits make this one of the most financially rewarding entry-level state government positions available in 2026. Apply before October 15 — this deadline is firm.

Pros and Cons of UPESSC PRT Post

Advantages

✅ Large vacancy pool — 12,405 posts means significantly better chances compared to smaller state recruitments
✅ Stable government job with permanent service, NPS pension, and medical benefits
✅ Entry-level salary Rs.35,400 plus DA and HRA gives in-hand salary of Rs.54,000–Rs.60,000/month
✅ Exam-only selection — no interview bias; purely merit-based on written test
✅ District-level posting means you can get posted closer to your home district (subject to availability)
✅ Age limit 40 years with generous relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen

Disadvantages

❌ Negative marking (–1) — careless attempts will reduce your score; paper has to be attempted strategically
❌ Urban posting only — these are urban-area school posts; rural candidates may prefer separate rural PRT drives
❌ Normalization applies if multiple exam shifts are held — your raw score may be adjusted, which can surprise candidates expecting a straightforward rank

Important Terms Related to UPESSC PRT 2026

Understanding these key terms will help you navigate the notification, exam, and selection process without confusion:

UPESSC: Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog — the government body formed in 2023 that conducts all teacher recruitment examinations in UP, replacing earlier disparate bodies.
OTR (One-Time Registration): A single registration that creates a permanent candidate profile on the UPESSC portal. Mandatory before applying for any UPESSC recruitment; details cannot be changed once submitted.
UPTET Paper-I: Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test for teaching Classes 1–5. Passing this exam is mandatory to be eligible for PRT posts in government schools.
CTET Paper-I: Central Teacher Eligibility Test for Classes 1–5, conducted by CBSE. Valid as an alternative to UPTET for UP teaching jobs.
D.El.Ed / BTC: Diploma in Elementary Education — the two-year teacher training qualification required for primary teaching posts. Earlier known as BTC (Basic Teacher Certificate) in Uttar Pradesh.
B.El.Ed: Bachelor of Elementary Education — a 4-year integrated degree programme that qualifies a candidate for both primary and upper primary teaching. Accepted in lieu of BTC+Degree combination.
Sahayak Adhyapak Prathmik, Shahari (Urban): Formal post name for the Urban Primary Assistant Teacher under the Basic Education Council, Uttar Pradesh.
Sahayak Adhyapak Sambaddh Primary: Post for assistant teachers in non-government aided primary schools (Ashaskiya Sahayata Prapt Vidyalay) under the Secondary Education Department.
Normalization: A statistical process applied when the exam is conducted in multiple shifts to equalize difficulty levels across shifts, ensuring fairness in the merit list.
EWS (Economically Weaker Section): Candidates from the general category whose family income is below Rs.8 lakh/year and do not own specified assets qualify for 10% reservation under EWS. Certificate must be from the year before application.

Important Links

Link Name	URL
Official UPESSC Website	www.upessc.up.gov.in
Official Notification PDF (Advt 05/2026)	Download Notification PDF
Apply Online (OTR Registration)	Apply at upessc.up.gov.in
UP Basic Education Council (UPBEB)	upbasiceduparishad.gov.in
UPESSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026	Read on Agrijob.in
UP Government Official Portal	up.gov.in

Conclusion

UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 05/2026) is the largest primary teacher hiring drive in Uttar Pradesh this year, offering 12,405 posts with a competitive pay scale starting at Rs.35,400/month (Level-6). With OTR-based online applications, a fair MCQ-format written exam with no interview, and postings across 75 districts, this is a once-in-several-years opportunity for B.Ed and D.El.Ed qualified candidates with UPTET/CTET certification. Apply online at upessc.up.gov.in before October 15, 2026 — the deadline is firm and no exceptions are made. Bookmark this page for admit card updates, result links, and merit list information as they are released.

📌 Key Takeaways

UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 (Advt 05/2026) offers 12,405 total posts — 11,508 Urban PRT + 897 Aided Primary across Uttar Pradesh.
Pay scale is Level-6 (Rs.35,400 – Rs.1,12,400/month); in-hand gross salary approximately Rs.54,000–Rs.60,000 at entry level with current DA.
Mandatory eligibility: Graduation + D.El.Ed/BTC/B.El.Ed + UPTET Paper-I or CTET Paper-I pass certificate.
Last date for online application fee payment is October 15, 2026; written exam scheduled for December 3–4, 2026.
Selection is entirely merit-based on a 360-mark written exam (120 MCQs) — no interview, with –1 mark negative marking per wrong answer.
Apply only at www.upessc.up.gov.in via OTR-based system; no other mode of application is accepted.

Frequently Asked Questions About UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026

What is UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026?

UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 is a selection examination conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj, under Advertisement No. 05/2026 to fill 12,405 primary-level teacher posts — 11,508 posts for Sahayak Adhyapak Prathmik Shahari (Urban) in Basic Education Council schools and 897 posts for Sahayak Adhyapak Sambaddh Primary in aided primary schools. The exam is scheduled for December 3–4, 2026.

What is the total vacancy in UPESSC PRT 2026?

The total vacancy under Advertisement No. 05/2026 is 12,405 posts — comprising 11,508 urban primary school posts (across 75 districts of UP under Basic Shiksha Vibhag) and 897 aided primary school posts (473 boys’ schools + 424 girls’ schools under Madhyamik Shiksha Vibhag). Vacancy numbers may change marginally as per final merger list.

What is the salary for UPESSC PRT post in 2026?

The salary for UPESSC PRT (both Urban and Aided) is Pay Level-6 under the 7th Pay Commission, with a basic pay range of Rs.35,400 to Rs.1,12,400 per month. At entry level, after adding DA, HRA, and other allowances, the gross in-hand salary is approximately Rs.54,000–Rs.60,000 per month. Annual 3% increments apply as per government service rules.

What is the last date to apply for UPESSC PRT 2026?

The last date to deposit the online application fee for UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 is October 15, 2026. The OTR registration begins September 16, 2026. Application correction window is open until October 19, 2026. After the last date, no changes or new applications are accepted under any circumstances.

Is CTET sufficient for UPESSC PRT 2026, or is UPTET mandatory?

Both CTET Paper-I and UPTET Paper-I are equally valid for UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026. Candidates who have cleared either TET for Classes 1–5 are eligible to apply. The official notification treats both TET qualifications at par — there is no preference for one over the other in the eligibility criteria.

What is the age limit for UPESSC PRT 2026?

For the Urban PRT post, the minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 40 years for General/UR category candidates (calculated as of July 1, 2026). SC/ST/OBC candidates who are domicile residents of UP get a 5-year relaxation (up to 45 years). PwD/Divyang candidates get 15-year relaxation (up to 55 years). Shiksha Mitras have a maximum age limit of 60 years. For the Aided Sambaddh Primary post, the maximum age is 62 years (superannuation age).

Is there any interview in UPESSC PRT 2026 selection?

No interview is conducted for UPESSC PRT 2026. Selection is entirely merit-based on a 360-mark written examination consisting of 120 MCQ questions. The final merit list is prepared from written exam scores only. In case of tied scores, graduation percentage, then B.Ed/D.El.Ed percentage, and then age (older candidate preferred) are used as tiebreakers.

What documents are required for UPESSC PRT 2026 document verification?

Shortlisted candidates must produce two self-attested sets of: online application printout, High School and Intermediate mark sheets and certificates, Graduation year-wise mark sheets and degree, D.El.Ed / BTC / B.El.Ed mark sheets and certificate, TET (UPTET/CTET) pass certificate, caste/category certificate in UP government prescribed format (if applicable), disability certificate (if applicable), No-Objection Certificate from current employer (if in service), and a sworn Affidavit (Shapath Patra) in the format provided in the official notification.

How is the UPESSC PRT 2026 exam scored if held in multiple shifts?

If the exam is conducted in more than one shift due to the high number of applicants, score normalization (Prasamanyikaran) is applied as per UPESSC notification number Shik.Se.Ayog/2018/2025-26 dated February 26, 2026. The normalized scores — not raw scores — are used for preparing the final merit list. This ensures fairness when different shifts have different difficulty levels.

Can candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh apply for UPESSC PRT 2026?

Yes, candidates from across India can apply for UPESSC PRT 2026 as applications are invited from all Indian citizens. However, candidates from other states will be treated as General/UR category for age limit and reservation purposes — they are not eligible for caste-based or domicile-specific age relaxations, even if they belong to SC/ST/OBC communities in their home state. EWS reservation is also available only to Uttar Pradesh domicile residents.

Last Updated: September 2026 | This article is reviewed and updated as and when official information is released by UPESSC. Bookmark this page for admit card, result, and merit list updates.

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