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Uttar Pradesh Announces PGT Recruitment for 2026: Key Details and Application Process

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission has announced the recruitment for 2,607 Lecturer (PGT) positions, marking a significant increase from the last recruitment in 2022. The application process begins on September 18, 2026, with a written examination scheduled for December 15 and 16. Candidates are encouraged to review the eligibility criteria and application fees, which vary by category. This recruitment offers a diverse range of subjects, and TET is not a requirement for applicants. For more details, including the selection process and subject breakdown, read the full article.
By Ambika Singh Sep 19, 2026, 10:13 IST

Overview of UP PGT Recruitment 2026


UP PGT Recruitment 2026: The long-awaited recruitment for Lecturer (PGT) positions in Uttar Pradesh has finally been announced. The last recruitment for these roles occurred four years ago in 2022. The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released advertisement number 06/2026, aiming to fill 2,607 Lecturer positions in non-government aided secondary schools.


Application Timeline

When does the application process start?
The advertisement was published on September 15, 2026. The online application process will begin on September 18, 2026. Candidates can submit their application fees until October 17, with the last date for making corrections set for October 21. The examination is tentatively scheduled for December 15 and 16, 2026.


Comparison with Previous Recruitment

How does this recruitment compare to the 2022 drive?
This new recruitment comes approximately four years after the last one, which was initiated in 2022 under advertisement number 02/2022, offering 624 posts.


Completion of Previous Recruitment

Recent conclusion of the 2022 recruitment process
The selection process for the 2022 PGT recruitment, which covered 624 posts, was finalized just before the announcement of the new recruitment. The final selection results for that drive were released in July 2026, with 2,253 candidates qualifying for interviews after the written exam.


Increase in Vacancies

Vacancies have significantly increased
There is a notable increase in the number of vacancies from the 2022 recruitment to the current one. The 2022 recruitment had 624 posts, while the 2026 recruitment has expanded to 2,607 posts, marking an increase of 1,983 positions.


Subjects Covered in Recruitment

Subjects included in the recruitment
The recruitment will cover various subjects for Lecturer posts, including Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Urdu, Economics, Sociology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, History, and Geography. Candidates are encouraged to refer to the detailed advertisement for a breakdown of vacancies by subject.


Eligibility Criteria

Is TET required for PGT recruitment?
It is important to note that the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) or Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is not a requirement for PGT recruitment. Candidates must meet the educational qualifications specified in the recruitment advertisement, which typically includes a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject along with a B.Ed. degree.


Application Fees

What are the application fees?
The application fees vary by category:

  • ₹1,500 for General, EWS, and OBC candidates
  • ₹750 for SC and ST candidates
  • ₹500 for differently-abled (Divyang) candidates

Candidates should confirm the applicable fee for their category in the official advertisement before proceeding with payment.


Selection Process

How will the selection be conducted?
The selection process will consist of a written examination followed by an interview stage. Candidates who pass the written exam will be invited for the subsequent stages of selection, with final selections made according to the established recruitment rules.


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