UPESSC TGT Recruitment 2026: Applications for 17,735 Posts from 24 October, Exam on 23–24 December; 2,647 Principal-Headmaster Posts After 13 Years
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission issued the advertisement on Friday (23 October) for direct recruitment to 17,735 posts of Trained Graduate Assistant Teacher (TGT) in the state's aided non-government secondary schools. Online registration and application started on Saturday (24 October). The last date to pay the online application fee is 23 November, and any error can be corrected till 26 November. The exam will be held on 23 and 24 December 2026.
Along with it, the Commission has also invited applications after 13 years for 2,647 posts of Principal and Headmaster. Commission chairman Dr. Prashant Kumar said a One Time Registration system has been introduced for full transparency. (Source: RNS Education News, Prayagraj)
At a Glance: Key Points
- Direct recruitment to 17,735 TGT posts in aided secondary schools.
- Applications from 24 October; fee last date 23 November; corrections till 26 November.
- Exam on 23 and 24 December 2026.
- After 13 years, recruitment to 1,475 Principal and 1,172 Headmaster posts, 2,647 in all.
TGT Recruitment: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement published | 23-10-2026 |
| Online registration (OTR) / application start | 24-10-2026 |
| Last date for online fee payment | 23-11-2026 |
| Last date for correction | 26-11-2026 |
| Exam date | 23 and 24 December 2026 |
Principal and Headmaster Recruitment
| Post | Number |
|---|---|
| Principal | 1,475 (1,318 boys' + 157 girls' schools) |
| Headmaster | 1,172 (1,037 boys' + 135 girls' schools) |
| Total | 2,647 |
- Last date for online fee payment: 22 November.
- Corrections can be made till 26 November.
- The recruitment has come after 13 years.
Preparation Before Applying
- Apply only on the Commission's official website upessc.up.gov.in.
- Read the subject-wise qualification, age limit and reservation conditions in the advertisement carefully.
- Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) first.
- Keep photo, signature and required documents ready.
- Only limited time remains for correction after the fee deadline; apply early.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is the UP TGT exam?
On 23 and 24 December 2026.
How many TGT posts?
17,735 posts.
What is the fee last date?
23 November 2026.
Till when can corrections be made?
Till 26 November 2026.
How many Principal posts?
1,475 posts; Headmaster 1,172 posts.
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