The Uttar Pradesh Elementary Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of Primary Teacher (PRT) Assistant Teachers for the year 2026. A total of 12,405 vacant positions have been announced across the state, marking one of the largest teaching recruitment drives in Uttar Pradesh in recent years. Candidates interested in applying can visit the official UPESSC website to view the complete notification, download the application form, and check eligibility criteria.
The recruitment is aimed at filling assistant teacher positions in government primary schools throughout Uttar Pradesh. These posts are critical for addressing the chronic shortage of teaching staff in the state's elementary education system, which serves millions of children across urban and rural areas. The UPESSC had previously faced delays and legal challenges in conducting large-scale teacher recruitment drives, making this year's notification a significant development for thousands of aspiring educators.
Eligibility for the post requires candidates to hold a Bachelor's Degree in Education (B.Ed.) along with a graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved category candidates as per Uttar Pradesh government norms. The selection process is expected to involve a written examination followed by document verification, though exact dates and the detailed exam pattern will be communicated through subsequent official notices.
This recruitment drive comes amid a broader wave of education-sector hiring across India. Separate notifications have also been issued by other bodies — including the CSU for 144 non-teaching posts such as Multi-Tasking Staff and Lower Division Clerks, and the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) for over 4,600 positions — signaling a busy recruitment season for aspirants nationwide. However, the UPESSC PRT recruitment remains the most high-profile among them given the sheer scale and direct impact on primary education in India's most populous state.
