
UP Super TET 2026 notification has been released for 12,405 Assistant Teacher vacancies. The application process starts on September 16, 2026, while the written examination is scheduled for December 3 and 4, 2026.
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has announced the UP Super TET 2026 recruitment for 12,405 Primary Teacher (PRT) vacancies. The registration process has started from September 16, 2026, and eligible candidates can apply through the official website, upessc.up.gov.in . Candidates should complete their applications within the given timeline and check the eligibility requirements and other details like UP Special TET 2026 Syllabus carefully.
The important dates for UP Super TET 2026 are given below. उम्मीदवारों को इन dates का ध्यान रखना चाहिए to avoid missing any deadline.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | September 15, 2026 |
| OTR/Online Application Begins | September 16, 2026 |
| Last Date to Deposit Application Fee | October 15, 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | October 19, 2026 |
| Exam Date | December 3 and 4, 2026 |
A total of 12,405 Primary Teacher (PRT) posts are available under the recruitment drive. The UP Super TET Recruitment is for direct appointment to the vacant posts of Assistant Teachers in primary schools.
Candidates must meet the required educational qualifications specified for the respective Assistant Teacher post before submitting their application.
Candidates applying for the Assistant Teacher posts must have a recognised graduation degree along with the prescribed teacher-training qualification such as BTC/D.El.Ed or any other qualification specified in the notification.
They must also have qualified the TET for Classes 1 to 5, conducted by the Government of Uttar Pradesh or Government of India.
For the Attached Primary Assistant Teacher post, BTC/B.T.C. or NCTE-recognised D.El.Ed is required, as applicable. The notification states that BTC is currently conducted as D.El.Ed.
The UP Super TET 2026 age limit varies by post, with applicable age relaxation provided to eligible categories as per the prescribed rules.
| Post | Age Requirement |
| Urban Primary Assistant Teacher | Minimum: 21 years as on July 1, 2026; Maximum: 40 years |
| Attached Primary Assistant Teacher | Minimum: 21 years as on July 1, 2026; Retirement Age: 62 years |
| Age Relaxation | As per applicable rules; eligible SC, ST and OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh get 5 years, while eligible PwD candidates get 15 years relaxation for the Urban Assistant Teacher post. Other specified relaxations also apply. |
The UP Super TET 2026 selection process will begin with the written examination. The merit list for the advertised Assistant Teacher posts will be prepared based on candidates’ scores in the 360-mark written exam, subject to the applicable rules and eligibility criteria.
Candidates shortlisted after the written exam will be called for document verification. Details regarding the date, time and venue will be communicated through SMS, email, newspapers and the official website.
Candidates can follow these steps to complete the UP Super TET 2026 application:
Visit the official website upessc.up.gov.in
Click on the UP Super TET 2026 Online Application link.
Complete the primary registration process. After it, candidates will get their credentials.
Fill in the required academic details and upload the photograph and signature.
Pay the prescribed application fee online.
Submit the application form and keep the final printout सुरक्षित रखें for future reference.