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| Recruiting authority | Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
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| Last successful check | 14 Nov 2026 |
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- Updated September 17, 2026 10:30 AM
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- The Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog (UP Education Service Selection Commission, UPESSC), Prayagraj, has released Advertisement No. 06/2026 for direct recruitment of 2,607 Pravakta (PGT/Lecturer) posts in government-aided (ashaskiya sahayata prapt) secondary schools under the Secondary Education Directorate, Uttar Pradesh. Eligible candidates can apply online at upessc.up.gov.in from 18 September 2026, with the fee payment window closing 17 October 2026.
- Here is a quick summary of the UPESSC Pravakta Recruitment 2026 notification before the detailed sections below:
- Recruiting body: Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj
- Post: Pravakta (PGT/Lecturer), across 26 subjects
- Total vacancies: 2,607 (2,329 in boys' schools + 278 in girls' schools)
- Who can apply: Citizens of India holding a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent, subject-specific) qualification, aged between 21 and 62 years as on 1 July 2026
- Application start date: 18 September 2026 (OTR/registration)
- Application fee last date: 17 October 2026
- Application mode: Online only (OTR-based system), at upessc.up.gov.in
- Job location: Government-aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh
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UPESSC Pravakta Recruitment 2026 Overview
- The Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), headquartered at 23 Elenganj, Prayagraj, conducts direct recruitment to Pravakta (PGT/Lecturer) posts in government-aided secondary schools of Uttar Pradesh, on requisition from the Secondary Education Directorate, Prayagraj. This recruitment, under Advertisement No. 06/2026, covers 2,607 posts across 26 subjects, split between boys' schools (2,329 posts) and girls' schools (278 posts).
- Also Read: UPESSC Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 12405 Posts
UPESSC Pravakta Important Dates
- Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before proceeding to fill the application. Once an application is finally submitted, changes to category, sub-category, date of birth, or gender are not permitted, so candidates should verify all details carefully before submission.
UPESSC Pravakta Vacancy 2026
- A total of 2,607 posts are on offer across 26 subjects, split between boys' schools and girls' schools. The Commission has noted that the number of vacancies may increase or decrease.
- Within the total, category-wise (General/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) vacancy distribution is: General 1,156; SC 583; ST 0; OBC 650; EWS 215 (combined boys' and girls' schools). The detailed subject-wise and category-wise (General/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) breakup for each of the 26 subjects is published in Table-1 of the official notification; candidates should verify the exact category-wise figures for their subject from the official notification PDF, since this level of fine detail carries a higher risk of transcription variance in a summary article.
UPESSC Pravakta Qualification
- For most of the 26 subjects, the essential qualification is a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject from a university/deemed university established by law in India, together with a B.Ed (Shiksha Snatak) degree from an NCTE-recognised programme. A few subjects have a distinct qualification pattern:
- Candidates must possess the requisite educational qualification by the closing date for accepting applications.
UPESSC Pravakta Age Limit
- As stated in the notification, an application will not be accepted if the date of birth is not mentioned, or if the candidate's age exceeds 62 years as on 1 July 2026. The date of birth entered on the High School (or equivalent) certificate is the only document accepted for age verification; no other record is valid for this purpose.
- Before submitting the application, candidates are advised to verify that they meet the required age criteria. Use our Age Calculator to calculate your exact age as per the official cut-off date.
UPESSC Pravakta Application Fee
- Fee can be paid only via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking through the online payment gateway available on the portal, immediately after registration. Payment is valid only once confirmed by the bank; candidates should retain the fee payment receipt.
- Also Read: Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Last Date Extended - 15,000 Vacancies, Apply Online
UPESSC Pravakta Selection Process
- Selection to Pravakta posts in aided schools (boys'/girls') is made out of a total of 400 marks, comprising a 360-mark written examination (based on 120 objective-type questions) and a 40-mark interview, on the basis of a merit list prepared from the combined score.
UPESSC Pravakta Important Instructions
- The Commission does not provide individual advice on eligibility; candidates should study the notification carefully and apply only when satisfied that they meet all the conditions.
- Uploading a photo/signature that does not meet the prescribed specifications, or not accepting the declaration, will result in rejection of the application.
- Female candidates are eligible to apply for posts in both boys' and girls' schools, but must choose only one school-type per application; only one application per subject and school-type combination is valid.
- Male candidates are generally not eligible for appointment to posts in girls' institutions, except for the Music subject, where this restriction does not apply.
- Blind candidates are generally not eligible for teaching posts, except for the Music subject, where visual impairment does not disqualify a candidate.
- Candidates must be free from any physical defect that could hinder the efficient discharge of duties; before final appointment, selected candidates must produce a fitness certificate from a government hospital or primary health centre medical officer.
- Scribe (Shrutlekhak) facility is available to Divyangjan candidates as per government orders dated 4 December 2019 and 8 September 2022; eligible candidates must register with full details at the Commission office at least one week before the written examination, and will receive 20 minutes of extra time per hour. No travel allowance is paid to the scribe.
- OMR answer sheets must be filled only with a black ball-point pen; use of any other coloured pen, correction fluid ("whitener"), eraser, or similar material will invalidate the OMR sheet.
- Candidates in current employment must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of interview.
- Candidates who are married and have more than one living spouse (or who have married a person who already has a living spouse) will not be considered eligible, unless specifically exempted by the Governor.
- For any online application difficulty, candidates can contact: Technical Support (application issues) at 08448573939 (Monday–Saturday, 9:30 AM–6:00 PM) or [email protected]; Bank Payment Support via ICICI Bank (8879370946 / 8657723283) or Union Bank (9137551970); or UPESSC Commission Support at 0532-2466851 (Monday–Saturday, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM) or [email protected].
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- Candidates who have completed a postgraduate degree with B.Ed can also explore more Uttar Pradesh Government Jobs and PGT Teacher Jobs available across India. Candidates looking for more teaching opportunities can also explore the latest Prayagraj Government Jobs across various departments. Applicants searching for openings within Uttar Pradesh can check UP Education Department Jobs for upcoming vacancies. Those holding a B.Ed degree can also browse more Lecturer Jobs and UPESSC Recruitment updates matching their qualification.
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Q2. How many vacancies are available in UPESSC Pravakta Recruitment 2026?
- A total of 2,607 posts: 2,329 in boys' schools and 278 in girls' schools, spread across 26 subjects.
Q4. What is the qualification required for UPESSC Pravakta?
- For most subjects, a postgraduate degree in the relevant subject plus a B.Ed (NCTE-recognised) qualification. Physical Education requires a Graduate degree plus M.P.Ed, and Painting Arts requires High School plus a Diploma in Fine Arts plus B.Ed. See the Qualification section above for full details.
Q5. What is the age limit for UPESSC Pravakta Recruitment 2026?
- The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum (superannuation) age is 62 years, both as on 1 July 2026.
Q6. What is the UPESSC Pravakta application fee?
- ₹1,500 for General/OBC/EWS and other candidates, ₹750 for SC/ST candidates, and ₹500 for Divyangjan (PwD) candidates.
Q8. What is the UPESSC Pravakta selection process?
- Selection is based on a 400-mark scheme: a 360-mark written examination (120 MCQs, 2 hours) followed by a 40-mark interview for shortlisted candidates, as explained in the Selection Process section above.
Q9. What is the salary for UPESSC Pravakta?
- The pay scale is Level-8, ₹47,600–₹1,51,100.
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