UP TGT PGT Recruitment 2026 Notification Out Soon for 20,340+ Vacancies | Revised Syllabus

The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Sewa Chayan Board (UPSESSB), Allahabad, has announced over 20,340 vacancies for Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) and Post Graduate Teachers (PGT), with the detailed notification releasing soon. Eligible candidates will be selected through a written examination, followed by an interview round specifically for PGT posts, while TGT candidates will be selected solely based on the written test. 

The updated syllabus has been officially released alongside the confirmed vacancy count. Candidates preparing to apply for these TGT and PGT positions should kickstart their preparation immediately and review all updated details in this comprehensive article.

UP TGT PGT Notification 2026

The UP TGT PGT Notification 2026 will be published shortly by the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Sewa Chayan Board (UPSESSB), Allahabad, to recruit qualified candidates for 20,340+ Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) and Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) roles. The official notification PDF will outline complete recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, important registration dates, and the selection process. Applicants are strongly advised to read the notification thoroughly before applying.

UP TGT PGT Recruitment 2026- Overview

The key highlights of the UP TGT PGT 2026 examination are summarized in the table below. Important details such as post nature, vacancy breakdown, online registration schedules, job locations, and the official website are provided for your convenience. 

UP PGT TGT Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

UPSESSB will officially release the important dates for TGT and PGT posts concurrently with the official notification PDF. As soon as the notification goes live, all critical dates for UP TGT PGT Recruitment 2026 will be updated in the table below. 

UP TGT PGT Vacancy 2026

Out of the 20,340+ total vacancies, approximately 17,740 positions are designated for Trained Graduate Teachers, while 2,600+ vacancies are allocated for Post Graduate Teachers. A comprehensive category-wise vacancy distribution will be released alongside the official notification PDF. 

UP TGT PGT Recruitment 2026 Eligibility

Applicants must meet the strict eligibility standards defined by the authorities for their chosen post. Applications failing to satisfy the outlined requirements will face immediate rejection by the recruitment board. Review the age limits and eligibility parameters for the PGT and TGT recruitment 2026 below.

UP TGT PGT Age Limit

The governing authority has established the minimum age limit at 21 years and the maximum age limit at 60 years for both TGT and PGT positions.

UP TGT PGT Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for TGT and PGT vacancies must hold the mandatory educational qualifications and any preferential qualifications specified in the official notification.

1. TGT – Graduate Degree in a relevant subject and B.Ed or equivalent
2. PGT – Post Graduate Degree with B.Ed.

UP TGT PGT Application Fee 2026

To successfully complete registration, applicants submitting the UP TGT PGT Application Form 2026 must pay the prescribed application fee. The category-wise fee structure is detailed in the table below. 

UP TGT PGT Selection Process

Candidate selection is determined by performance in the written examination and, where applicable, an interview conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Service Selection Board. Shortlisting for UP PGT TGT 2026 follows the structured stages outlined below: 

For TGT Posts - Written Test - Document Verification

For PGT Posts - Written Test - Interview - Document Verification

UP TGT PGT Exam Pattern 2026

UPSESSB administers an offline examination to appoint qualified teachers for UP TGT PGT roles. The official exam pattern for the recruitment drive is structured as follows:

UP Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) Exam Pattern

Mode of exam: Offline mode

Total questions: 125 questions

Duration of exam: 02 hours

Total marks: 500 marks

Type of questions: Objective type questions

Marking Scheme:

1. Marks for Correct answer: +4 marks
2. Negative Marking: No negative marking

UP Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) Exam Pattern

Mode of exam: Offline mode

Total questions: 125 questions

Duration of exam: 02 hours

Total marks: 425 marks

Type of questions: Objective type questions

Marking Scheme:

1. Marks for Correct answer: +3.4 marks
2. Negative Marking: No negative marking

UP TGT PGT Syllabus & Exam Pattern - Click to Check

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UP TGT PGT 2026 Salary Structure

Both PGT and TGT positions offer a lucrative salary structure alongside extensive employee benefits. Review the grade pay and pay scale applicable to teachers appointed in UP Government schools in the table below.

UP TGT PGT Salary - Check Details

UP TGT PGT Exam Center

The written examination will be conducted across designated cities, with the specific allotted exam center clearly printed on each candidate’s admit card.

1. Agra
2. Allahabad
3. Kanpur
4. Gorakhpur
5. Jhansi
6. Muradabad
7. Bareilly
8. Meerut
9. Lucknow
10. Varanasi and
11. Faizaba5