The application window for the UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 officially closes today, November 4, 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 12,405 Assistant Teacher (Primary) positions. Prospective candidates who have yet to submit their forms should proceed immediately to the official portal, upessc.up.gov.in, to complete their registration.
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission extended the original deadline to November 4, 2026, following a directive from the Allahabad High Court issued on October 24, 2026. Applicants are urged to finalize their submissions and pay the required fees promptly to avoid potential technical issues caused by heavy traffic on the website during the final hours.
Once the application period concludes, a correction window will remain accessible until November 7, 2026. The written examination dates remain unchanged and are scheduled for December 3 and 4, 2026.
UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 Highlights
A comprehensive overview of the recruitment details is provided in the following table.
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Post | Assistant Teacher (Associated Primary), Secondary Education Department |
| Total Vacancies | 12,405 |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026 |
| New Qualifications Added | Two-year Diploma in Education (Special Education) approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India, and four-year B.El.Ed |
| Last Date to Apply | November 4, 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | November 7, 2026 |
| Written Exam Dates | December 3 and 4, 2026 (unchanged) |
UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 Apply Link
Eligible candidates can proceed with their online applications for the Assistant Teacher (Associated Primary) vacancies until the end of today. Submissions are processed exclusively through the official portal, upessc.up.gov.in. The direct application access point is available below.
UP PRT Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 [Click Here]
UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must verify their compliance with the age, educational, and TET requirements specified in Advertisement No. 05/2026 prior to registration. The core eligibility parameters include:
- Nationality: Candidates must hold Indian citizenship.
- Educational qualification: Graduation combined with a teacher-training diploma (D.El.Ed/D.L.Ed) from an NCTE-recognised program is mandatory. Applicants must also have cleared the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) for classes 1–5.
- TET requirement: A passing status in UPTET or CTET at the primary level is required.
- Minimum age: The candidate must be at least 21 years old as of July 1, 2026.
- Maximum age, Assistant Teacher (Primary – Urban): 40 years.
- Maximum age, Assistant Teacher (Attached Primary): 62 years.
- Age relaxation: Candidates belonging to reserved categories are eligible for upper age relaxation in accordance with UPESSC and UP government regulations.
Steps to Apply for UPESSC PRT Recruitment 2026
To successfully submit an application, follow the structured procedure outlined below:
- Navigate to the official UPESSC website, upessc.up.gov.in.
- Select the application link corresponding to Advertisement No. 05/2026, PRT Assistant Teacher (Associated Primary).
- Register on the platform using your name, mobile number, and email ID if you are a new user.
- Access the system using your provided login credentials.
- Accurately input your personal data, educational history, and category details.
- Choose the appropriate qualifications, which now include the newly recognized Diploma in Special Education or B.El.Ed, where applicable.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature, and other necessary documentation adhering to the prescribed formatting guidelines.
- Complete the online payment of the application fee as detailed in the official advertisement.
- Verify all entered information thoroughly before final submission.
- Generate and save a printout of the confirmation page for your records.
