LUCKNOW — Aspirants for government teaching roles in Uttar Pradesh should note that the registration and payment portal for the appointment for 12,405 Primary Assistant Teacher (PRT) jobs available under the Uttar Pradesh Super TET 2026 would close today, October 15.

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The huge recruitment drive for the candidates is being conducted through the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) at its official site upessc.up.gov.in with the aim of filling open positions for primary teachers in government schools run by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board.

Significant Dates and Timeline

The recruitment started with an official notification on September 15. By September 16, the online application forms had been made available.

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Consider tracking important milestones along the way:

  • Fee Payment Deadline: October 15, 2026 (Final day to deposit fees)
  • Application Correction Window: Open until October 19, 2026
  • Written Examination Dates: December 3 and December 4, 2026

Candidates who make minor errors during their initial form submission can make necessary corrections until the October 19 cut-off.

Eligibility Criteria: Why CTET or UPTET Is Mandatory

Aspiring candidates must note that holding a Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certificate makes them eligible to apply, but does not guarantee employment. The Super TET serves as the competitive screening test to finalize hiring:

  • Educational Requirements: Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognized educational institution with 50% marks along with a valid professional teaching certificate such as D.El.Ed (BTC)/B.Ed. or equivalent.
  • TET Certification: Candidates should pass either the Central level CTET or state level UPTET examination for the primary level.
  • Age Restrictions: The minimum age limit is 21 years while the upper limit is 40 years. Relaxation in the upper age limit is there for OBC, SC, ST, and PWDD candidates as per government of state’s regulations.

Exam Pattern and Selection Process

The final selection merit list will be prepared based on a combination of performance in the written examination and candidate academic weightage.

The written test will be conducted in an offline, pen-and-paper format using OMR sheets:

  • Question Format: 150 objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
  • Exam Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes).
  • Syllabus Coverage: Questions will span Languages (Hindi, English, and Sanskrit), Mathematics, Science, Environmental and Social Studies, Teaching Methodology, Child Psychology, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, and Logical Reasoning.

How to Complete the Application

  1. Visit the official commission portal at upessc.up.gov.in.
  2. Select the link for “UP Super TET 2026 Online Application” on the home page.
  3. Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) to generate login credentials.
  4. Fill in academic credentials and upload scanned copies of a passport-sized photograph and signature.
  5. Pay the prescribed application fee through online banking and download the completed confirmation slip for future verification.