UP Teaching Jobs 2026: Over 20,000 Vacancies Announced, Check Key Dates

The UP teaching jobs 2026 recruitment drive has opened applications for 20,382 posts in non-government-aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has issued three recruitment advertisements covering trained graduate teachers (TGTs), headmasters and principals.

The recruitment includes 17,735 trained graduate teacher vacancies, 1,172 headmaster posts and 1,475 principal positions. Applications are being accepted online through the commission's official website, offering opportunities for eligible candidates seeking teaching and school leadership roles.

Applications for headmaster and principal posts opened on October 23, 2026, while the application process for trained graduate teacher posts began on October 24.

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UP Teaching Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Candidates should note the application deadlines, examination schedules and correction windows for their respective posts.

Candidates applying for TGT positions must complete fee payment by November 23. The written examination is scheduled for December 23 and 24.

For headmaster and principal applicants, the fee payment deadline is November 22, with examinations scheduled for January 7, 2027. The correction window for both leadership positions closes on November 25.

One-Time Registration Mandatory for Applicants

Candidates must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) before applying for any of the three recruitment processes. Applicants should carefully review the relevant notification to understand the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications and application requirements for their chosen post.

Submitting the application and paying the prescribed fee within the specified deadline are essential steps in the recruitment process.

Where to Apply for UP Teaching Jobs 2026

Eligible candidates can visit the official UPESSC website to access recruitment advertisements, application links and other instructions.

Applicants should rely on the commission's official notifications for confirmation of eligibility requirements, documents and any subsequent changes to the schedule. Completing the registration process early may help candidates avoid last-minute technical difficulties.

The recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for aspiring teachers and experienced educators seeking leadership positions in aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh.