UPESSC Exam Schedule for 2026 Released: Key Dates and Details
UPESSC Exam Calendar 2026 Overview
UPESSC Exam Calendar 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) based in Prayagraj has unveiled the examination schedule for various assessments set for 2026. The official announcement from the Commission confirms the dates for the Assistant Professor, Lecturer (PGT), Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT), and UP TET 2026 examinations.
Exam Dates for UPESSC 2026
UPESSC Exam Schedule:
The Assistant Professor examination (Advertisement No. 51) is slated for April 18 and 19, 2026 (Saturday and Sunday). The Lecturer (PGT) Recruitment exam (Advertisement No. 02/2022) will take place on May 9 and 10, 2026 (Saturday and Sunday).
Furthermore, the Assistant Teacher (TGT) Recruitment Examination (Advertisement No. 01/2022) is scheduled for June 3 and 4, 2026 (Wednesday and Thursday). The UP Teacher Eligibility Test (UP TET) 2026 is set for July 2, 3, and 4, 2026 (Thursday to Saturday).
Exam Schedule Summary:
| Serial Number | Exam Name | Proposed Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Assistant Professor (Advertisement No. 51) | April 18, 2026 (Saturday) April 19, 2026 (Sunday) |
| 2. | Lecturer (PGT) (Advertisement No. 02/2022) | May 9, 2026 (Saturday) May 10, 2026 (Sunday) |
| 3. | Assistant Teacher (TGT) (Advertisement No. 01/2022) | June 3, 2026 (Wednesday) June 4, 2026 (Thursday) |
| 4. | UP TET 2026 | July 2, 2026 (Thursday) July 3, 2026 (Friday) July 4, 2026 (Saturday) |
Important Updates on Assistant Professor Recruitment
Clarification from the Commission:
The Commission has announced that the Assistant Professor exam (Advertisement No. 51), initially set for April 16 and 17, 2025, has been postponed. It will now occur on September 5, 2025, and subsequently in 2026 as per the revised schedule. The Commission assures that all necessary measures will be implemented to uphold the integrity and transparency of the examination process.
Additionally, specific information regarding applications and examinations for the Assistant Professor position in Microbiology will be provided separately on the Commission's official website.
Upcoming UP TET 2026 Notification
UP TET 2026 Details:
The Commission has indicated that a detailed schedule and application procedure for the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 (UP TET 2026) will be announced shortly through a dedicated notification.
Candidates are encouraged to frequently visit the Commission's official website for updates on examination centers, shifts, admit cards, and other essential guidelines.