SUPER TET Notification 2026 has been released by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, through Advertisement No. 05/2026. The notification is for the recruitment of Assistant Teachers in urban-area primary schools under the Basic Education Department and Assistant Teachers attached to primary schools in aided institutions.
A total of 12,405 vacancies have been notified, including 11,508 Assistant Teacher posts in urban primary schools and 897 Assistant Teacher posts in attached primary schools of aided institutions. The online application process is based on One Time Registration (OTR).
The SUPER TET 2026 exam will be conducted on December 3 and 4, 2026. Candidates can check the complete notification details, important dates, vacancy, eligibility, application fee, exam pattern, selection process, and document verification requirements below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam/Recruitment | SUPER TET 2026 / Assistant Teacher Selection Examination |
| Conducting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Advertisement Number | 05/2026 |
| Notification Date | September 15, 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 12,405 |
| Urban Primary Assistant Teacher Vacancies | 11,508 |
| Attached Primary Teacher Vacancies | 897 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration | OTR Based |
| Application Start Date | September 16, 2026 |
| Last Date to Deposit Application Fee | October 15, 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | October 19, 2026 |
| Exam Date | December 3 & 4, 2026 |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Maximum Marks | 360 |
| Marking Scheme | +3 for correct answer, -1 for incorrect/multiple answer |
| Exam Language | Hindi and English |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
The above dates and examination details are taken from the official notification.
The UPESSC has released Advertisement No. 05/2026 for Assistant Teacher Selection Examination 2026. The notification covers two categories of Assistant Teacher recruitment:
Assistant Teacher, Primary, Urban under the Basic Education Department.
Assistant Teacher Attached to Primary in aided institutions.
The notification invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens. Candidates must apply online through the official UPESSC website, and the application process is based on mandatory One Time Registration (OTR).
Candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying because the information entered during registration and application is treated as final after submission, subject to the correction window specified by the Commission.
| 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 |
| SUPER TET 2026 Exam | December 3 & 4, 2026 |
The official notification states that candidates must complete the required OTR, fee payment, and application process within the prescribed dates.
The SUPER TET 2026 vacancy includes 12,405 Assistant Teacher posts.
| Category-wise Recruitment | |
|---|---|
| Post | Vacancy |
| Assistant Teacher, Primary, Urban | 11,508 |
| Assistant Teacher Attached to Primary – Boys' Schools | 473 |
| Assistant Teacher Attached to Primary – Girls' Schools | 424 |
| Total | 12,405 |
The notification states that the number of vacancies may increase or decrease. The 11,508 urban primary vacancies are provided through a district-wise requisition, while the 897 attached-primary vacancies are divided between boys' and girls' schools.
The notification provides the district-wise distribution of all 11,508 urban primary Assistant Teacher vacancies across Uttar Pradesh.
The largest vacancy figures include districts such as Bareilly, Kanpur Nagar, Meerut, Lucknow, Saharanpur, Varanasi and other districts. Candidates should refer to the official vacancy table for the complete district-wise distribution and reservation details.
Candidates must fulfil the prescribed educational qualifications for the particular Assistant Teacher post before applying.
For the Assistant Teacher, Primary, Urban post, candidates must have a recognised graduation degree along with a prescribed teacher-training qualification such as BTC/D.El.Ed or another qualification specified in the notification.
Candidates must also have successfully qualified the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted for Classes 1 to 5 by the Uttar Pradesh Government or Government of India.
For the Assistant Teacher Attached to Primary post, candidates must have:
A graduation degree from a recognised university/institution.
BTC/B.T.C. or D.El.Ed qualification recognised by NCTE, as applicable.
Qualification in the Teacher Eligibility Test for Classes 1 to 5 conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Government or Government of India.
The notification also clarifies that BTC is currently being conducted under the name D.El.Ed.
Candidates should verify the exact qualification applicable to their post and category from the official notification before submitting the application.
The age requirement differs slightly according to the post.
Minimum Age: 21 years as on July 1, 2026
Maximum Age: 40 years as specified in the notification
Minimum Age: 21 years as on July 1, 2026
Retirement Age: 62 years
For eligible categories, age relaxation is provided according to the applicable rules. For the urban Assistant Teacher post, the notification provides a 5-year relaxation for eligible SC, ST and OBC candidates of Uttar Pradesh, 15 years for eligible PwD candidates, and other specified relaxations.
The Assistant Teacher posts mentioned in the notification are placed at Level 6, with the following pay scale:
₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400
The same Level 6 pay scale is specified for both the urban Assistant Teacher and attached-primary Assistant Teacher posts.
The SUPER TET 2026 application form will be submitted online through the official UPESSC portal.
The application process is OTR-based, which means candidates must first complete One Time Registration before submitting the recruitment application. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.
Candidates should keep the following points in mind while applying:
Complete OTR before starting the application.
Fill all details carefully.
Check category, sub-category, date of birth and gender details before final submission.
Select the required preference for the two types of schools where applicable.
Complete the prescribed fee payment.
Submit the application before the deadline.
Keep multiple copies of the submitted application for future use.
After final submission, changes to several details are not permitted. A correction window will, however, be available until October 19, 2026, as prescribed by the Commission.
The application fee prescribed in the notification is:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/Unreserved/OBC/EWS and other applicable categories | ₹1,000 |
| SC/ST | ₹500 |
| PwD | ₹300 |
Candidates can pay the examination fee through the payment options provided on the application portal. The notification advises candidates to retain the fee receipt after successful payment.
Candidates should keep the required documents ready before completing the application.
The notification specifies the following upload requirements:
Signature in JPG/JPEG format: 10 KB to 200 KB
Signature resolution: 140 × 110 pixels
Passport-size photograph: 30 KB to 300 KB
Other certificates/documents: PDF format, generally 50 KB to 500 KB
Candidates should upload clear and valid documents in the prescribed format. Incorrect or unclear uploads can lead to cancellation of the application/candidature.
The SUPER TET 2026 exam pattern consists of a written examination carrying 360 marks.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Total Marks | 360 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Marks for Correct Answer | +3 |
| Negative Marking | -1 |
| Language | Hindi and English |
| Mode | OMR-based written examination |
Each question will have four options, with one most appropriate answer to be selected. Candidates will receive 3 marks for every correct answer, while 1 mark will be deducted for an incorrect or multiple response.
If the examination is conducted in multiple shifts, normalization will be applied as per the prescribed government/Commission procedure. The normalized marks will be considered for the selection process.
The official notification states that the syllabus for the written examination for Assistant Teacher, Urban and Assistant Teacher Attached to Primary posts will be available on the UPESSC official website.
Candidates should refer to the syllabus prescribed by the Commission rather than relying on older Super TET Syllabus, as the recruitment framework can change from one recruitment cycle to another.
The examination centres will be determined as required at district headquarters.
Candidates may be allotted any examination centre by the Commission. The notification states that information about the district of the examination centre will be made available approximately 10 days before the examination, while the specific examination-centre information can be obtained approximately 3 days before the examination through the prescribed link.
Candidates must appear only at the examination centre mentioned on their admit card. Taking the examination at a different centre can lead to cancellation of the candidature.
The SUPER TET 2026 admit card will be made available through the official UPESSC website when released.
Candidates will be able to download the admit card using the required registration/login details. The admit card will contain important information such as the examination centre, date, time and other instructions.
Candidates must carefully check the details on the admit card and appear only at the allotted examination centre.
The selection process begins with the written examination.
The notification specifies that the merit list for the advertised Assistant Teacher posts will be prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the 360-mark written examination, subject to the applicable rules and eligibility requirements.
After the written examination, shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification.
The Commission will provide information about the date, time and venue of document verification to shortlisted candidates through SMS, email, newspapers and its website.
The notification does not specify a separate interview stage for this recruitment. Candidates are shortlisted based on the written examination, followed by document verification and the subsequent appointment process as prescribed.
Shortlisted candidates will need to appear for document verification.
Candidates are required to bring self-attested copies as well as original documents, including relevant:
Online application form
High School marksheet and certificate
Intermediate marksheet and certificate
Graduation marksheets and degree
BTC/D.El.Ed or applicable teacher-training qualification documents
TET certificate
NOC, where applicable
Category/EWS/PwD certificates, where applicable
Required affidavit and other documents specified by the Commission
The notification states that candidates should prepare separate sets of the required self-attested documents and bring the originals for verification.
Reservation benefits will be provided according to the applicable Uttar Pradesh rules.
Candidates claiming reservation must mention their category correctly in the application. Candidates belonging to reserved categories but who are not domiciled in Uttar Pradesh will not receive the applicable UP reservation benefits and will be treated under the General category for the relevant purpose.
Candidates should ensure that their caste, EWS, PwD and other applicable certificates are issued in the prescribed format.
Candidates should keep the following points in mind:
Complete OTR before submitting the application.
Check all details carefully before final submission.
Pay the prescribed application fee within the deadline.
Keep the fee receipt safely.
Upload photographs, signatures and documents in the prescribed format and size.
Save multiple copies of the submitted application.
Carry a black ball-point pen to the examination.
Follow all OMR instructions carefully.
Do not use whitener, eraser, blade or any other prohibited material on the OMR sheet.
Appear only at the examination centre mentioned on the admit card.
Carry all required original documents during document verification.
The Commission can cancel candidature in cases involving incorrect information, false declarations, malpractice or violation of examination instructions.
Candidates who meet the prescribed eligibility criteria should complete their OTR and prepare the required documents before the application window opens.
For preparation, candidates should first understand the official exam structure, syllabus and marking scheme. Since the written examination carries 360 marks and includes negative marking, accuracy will be important alongside speed.
Candidates should also keep checking the official UPESSC website for updates related to the application, syllabus, admit card, examination centre, answer key, result and document verification.