UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026: Today is the last chance to apply for 12,405 posts; what is the application fee?
There is important news for candidates preparing to become primary assistant teachers in Uttar Pradesh. The opportunity to apply for the 2026 primary assistant teacher recruitment, conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), is coming to an end soon. According to the Commission, the final date for submission of applications is today, October 28, 2026. Candidates who have not yet submitted their applications can complete the process by visiting the Commission's official website, upessc.up.gov.in. Candidates are advised to fill out the form well in advance rather than waiting until the last minute, to avoid any issues in case of technical difficulties.
The Commission had initially set October 15, 2026, as the application deadline for this recruitment, which was later extended to October 28, 2026. This provided additional time to those candidates who, for various reasons, had not been able to apply earlier. As the deadline is now approaching, interested candidates should carefully read the recruitment advertisement before applying. Ensure that you check the eligibility criteria, required documents, and other terms and conditions beforehand. Whether or not there will be an opportunity to submit new applications after the deadline will be clarified through an official notification issued by the Commission.
What is the total number of vacancies?
Serial No. Type of School/Institution Number of Assistant Teacher Vacancies
1 Urban Primary Schools under the UP Basic Education Council 11,508
2 Affiliated Non-Government Aided Primary Schools (Boys' & Girls') 897
Total All Categories 12,405
What will the salary be?
Details Information
Pay Level Level-6
Pay Scale ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month
Actual Salary May vary based on the position, applicable rules, and allowances.
Educational Qualification
As per the official recruitment advertisement
Selection Process
As per the information provided in the official recruitment advertisement
Required Documents
Documents as specified in the official recruitment advertisement
Advice for Candidates
Ensure you check the eligibility criteria, selection process, and required documents before applying.
What should candidates who have already submitted their forms do?
Candidates who have already submitted their applications should review their application details rather than filling out a new form. According to the Commission, candidates who have already applied will have the opportunity to make changes to their forms until October 31, 2026. During this period, they can review the information provided in their application and, if necessary, make corrections in accordance with the prescribed rules. Candidates should also note that the scope of information that can be modified will depend on the Commission's rules; therefore, please read the official notification carefully before making any changes.
How to apply online?
Candidates can apply by following the simple steps provided below:
Visit the official website: upessc.up.gov.in.
Open the link for the 'Assistant Teacher (Primary) Recruitment 2026' under recruitment advertisement number 05/2026.
Read the full recruitment advertisement and verify your eligibility.
Complete the registration process, if required.
Enter your personal and educational details into the application form.
Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee, if applicable.
Carefully review all the information entered in the form.
After submitting the application, download or print the confirmation page.
What points should be kept in mind while filling out the form? Before submitting your application, carefully verify your name, date of birth, educational details, and other essential information. Upload your documents strictly in the format specified by the commission. If an application fee is applicable, ensure that the payment process is completed. Once the form has been submitted, keep the confirmation page safe; it will be helpful for accessing information related to your application in the future. Should candidates have any doubts regarding eligibility or the selection process, they should refer to the recruitment advertisement.
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