The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has officially released the detailed notification for UP Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 05/2026. Through this recruitment drive, online applications are invited for 12,405 vacancies of Assistant Teachers (सहायक अध्यापक) across urban primary schools and government-aided primary associated schools in Uttar Pradesh.
Eligible candidates can complete their One Time Registration (OTR) and submit application forms on upessc.up.gov.in starting 16 September 2026. The deadline to complete application registration and fee payment is 15 October 2026. Below are the complete details regarding dates, fees, vacancy distribution, exam dates, and application procedures.
📌 Overview
| Parameter | Details |
| Recruiting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Advertisement Number | Advt No. 05/2026 |
| Post Name | Assistant Teacher (Sahayak Adhyapak – Primary Level) |
| Total Vacancies | 12,405 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online (OTR Mandatory) |
| Official Website | Click Here |
UP Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Official Timeline |
| Notification Release Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Opening Date for OTR & Online Application | 16 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment & Application Submission | 15 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Form Correction | 19 October 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | 03 & 04 December 2026 |
Application Fee Details For UP Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / Unreserved / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000/- |
| SC / ST Candidates | ₹500/- |
| Divyangjan (PwD Candidates) | ₹300/- |
Fee can be paid online using Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
📊 Vacancy Breakdown
Under UP Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026, vacancies are distributed as follows:
| Category / Institution Type | School Details | Vacancies |
| Urban Primary Schools (URBAN) | Basic Education Board Primary Schools | 11,508 Posts |
| Aided Primary Associated Schools | Boys Primary Schools | 473 Posts |
| Aided Primary Associated Schools | Girls Primary Schools | 424 Posts |
| Total Vacancies | — | 12,405 Posts |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Graduation Degree from a recognized university along with D.El.Ed / B.T.C. / B.El.Ed or equivalent teacher training certificate.
- TET Clearance: Must have passed UPTET (Paper 1) or CTET (Paper 1) for Primary Level (Classes 1 to 5).
- OTR Requirement: One Time Registration (OTR) on the UPESSC portal is mandatory prior to application.
📝 Selection Process
The selection process for UP Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 consists of:
- Written Examination (CBT/Offline): Objective test scheduled on 03 & 04 December 2026.
- Document Verification: Certificate verification and merit-based allocation.
💻 How to Apply Online for UP Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official portal upessc.up.gov.in.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not registered earlier.
- Login using your OTR credentials and select Advt No. 05/2026 (Assistant Teacher Primary).
- Fill in the required details and select school preferences.
- Pay the online application fee according to your category.
- Verify all details and submit the application form before 15 October 2026.
- Print out the final confirmation page for future reference.
Useful Important Links
| Document / Portal | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Registration | Login |
| Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| Check Official Notification | Download Official PDF |
| Join Naukari Adda Channel | Telegram | Whatsapp |
| Official Website | UPESSC Official Website |
FAQs
Q1: What is the starting date to apply for UP Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The online OTR application process starts on 16 September 2026.
Q2: What is the last date to submit the application form for UP Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 (Advt 05/2026)?
Ans: The last date to submit online applications and fees is 15 October 2026.
Q3: When will the UP Primary Assistant Teacher exam be conducted?
Ans: The written examination is scheduled to be held on 03 and 04 December 2026.
Q4: How many total vacancies are announced under UPESSC Advt 05/2026?
Ans: A total of 12,405 posts are available (11,508 in Urban Primary + 897 in Aided Primary Associated Schools).
Q5: Is OTR (One Time Registration) mandatory for UP Primary Teacher application?
Ans: Yes, OTR profile completion on upessc.up.gov.in is mandatory before filling out the online application form.
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