UP PGT Online Form 2026: Last Date Today to Apply for 2,607 Posts, Check Eligibility

UP PGT Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) will close the online applications for the UP PGT Recruitment 2026 today October 17, 2026. Through this recruitment UPESSC aims to fill 2,607 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) vacancies in secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. The application process has already commenced from September 18, 2026 and the last date to edit the online application form is October 21, 2026. Eligible and interested candidates are advised to complete the application process through the official website at upessc.up.gov.in. The written exam is scheduled to be conducted from December 15 to December 16, 2026.

UP PGT Online Form 2026 Apply Link

Candidates who want to apply for the UP PGT Teacher Vacancy 2026 should remember that they must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before filling  the application form. The recruitment includes 2329 posts in boys schools and 278 posts in girls schools. The application fee can be paid online using a debit card, credit card or net banking. Check the direct link to apply for UP PGT Online form in the table below.

UP PGT Teacher Notification 2026 Highlights

The commission released the UP PGT notification under Advt 06/2026 on September 15, 2026. The selection process consists of a written examination of 360 marks then an interview of 40 marks and at last final merit list based on the combined performance in the respective stages. Check the table below for details related to the recruitment process.

UP PGT Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria such as educational and age requirements as mentioned in the official notification. Check details below.

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject from a recognised university or institution.

2. Age Limit ( As of July 1, 2026)

• The minimum age to apply is 21 years

• The maximum age to apply is 62 years

• Age relaxations and reservation benefits are applicable to candidates as per the rules mentioned in the notification.

How to Apply for UP PGT Teacher Vacancy 2026?

Candidates can follow the simple steps given below to complete the UP PGT application process-

• Visit the official website at upessc.up.gov.in.

• Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not done.

• Now click on the UP PGT Recruitment 2026 application link.

• Enter the personal, educational and other details in the application form.

• Upload the relevant documents such as photograph and signature.

• Pay the application fees online.

• Check all details once and then submit the online application form.

• Save the form for future references.

UP PGT Recruitment 2026 Application Fees

Candidates have to pay the prescribed application fees as stated in the official notification. Check the category wise fees distribution in the table below.