UP TGT 2026 Advt 07/2026 by UPESSC is for 17,735 Trained Graduate Teacher posts in government aided secondary schools. Apply online from 24.10.2026 to 23.11.2026, and the written exam is on 23 and 24 December 2026.
Two points are easy to miss: there is no upper age limit, only a minimum of 21, and the TET for Classes 6 to 8 is part of the eligibility, with a valid certificate needed by 30.06.2027.
Short details
| Name of post | Assistant Teacher, trained graduate grade (TGT) |
| Recruiting body | UP Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Total posts | 17,735: boys schools 16,193, girls schools 1,542 |
| Written exam | 23 and 24.12.2026, 120 questions (90 on your subject), 360 marks, minus 1 per wrong answer |
| Pay | Level 7, 44,900 to 1,42,400 |
| Current status | Online form open till 23.11.2026 (checked 01.11.2026) |
Important links
| Apply online (UPESSC portal) | Click hereOpen till 23.11.2026, checked 01.11.2026 |
| Advertisement 07/2026 PDF | Click hereLive, checked 01.11.2026 |
| UPESSC official website | Click hereLive, checked 01.11.2026 |
Important dates and fee
| Online form | 24.10.2026 to 23.11.2026 |
| Form correction | Till 26.11.2026 |
| Fee, General, OBC, EWS | 1,000 |
| Fee, SC and ST | 500 |
| Fee, Divyang | 300 |
Age limit
| Minimum on 01.07.2026 | 21 years |
| Maximum | No upper limit given, retirement at 62 |
Vacancy and eligibility
| Degree | Graduation with the subject at 50%, or post graduation in it at 45% |
| Training | B.Ed from an NCTE recognised course |
| TET | UP TET or CTET for Classes 6 to 8, valid by 30.06.2027 |
| Subject wise split | Table 01 of the advertisement |
How to apply
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the UPESSC portal.
- Log in on the apply link and pick your subject and school type.
- Pay the fee and submit before 23.11.2026, then fix errors by 26.11.2026.
FAQ
Is TET compulsory for UP TGT 2026 Advt 07/2026?
Yes. TET for Classes 6 to 8 is required, with a valid certificate by 30.06.2027.
Is there an upper age limit?
No. Only the minimum age of 21 on 01.07.2026 is given.
When is the exam?
On 23 and 24 December 2026.