UPESSC Pravakta Recruitment 2026 for 2607 PGT/Lecturer Posts – Apply Online @ upessc.up.gov.in

UPESSC Pravakta Recruitment 2026: A Golden Opportunity for Teaching Aspirants in Uttar Pradesh

The Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has announced a major government job notification (Advertisement No. 06/2026) for the direct recruitment of 2,607 Pravakta (PGT/Lecturer) posts in government-aided secondary schools. This is a golden opportunity for eligible candidates seeking Sarkari Naukri in the education sector of Uttar Pradesh. The selection will be based on a written examination and interview.

This recruitment drive is specifically for Uttar Pradesh Government Jobs in the Secondary Education Directorate. Candidates from across India who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online. The posts are distributed across 26 subjects in both boys' and girls' schools.

Why Apply for UPESSC Pravakta Recruitment?

• Job Security: A permanent position in government-aided schools under the Uttar Pradesh state government.
• Attractive Salary: Pay Level-8 with a salary range of ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100 as per the 7th CPC.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for promotion and professional development within the state education system.
• Work-Life Balance: Stable working hours and government holidays.
• Social Impact: Contribute directly to the education system of Uttar Pradesh.

UPESSC Pravakta 2026 Important Dates

Candidates must note the following key dates for the UPESSC Recruitment 2026 process:

Note: Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) before filling the application. Verify all details carefully, as category, date of birth, and gender cannot be changed after final submission.

UPESSC Pravakta Vacancy 2026: Detailed Breakdown

A total of 2,607 posts are on offer across 26 subjects, divided between boys' schools (2,329 posts) and girls' schools (278 posts). The following table provides a subject-wise vacancy distribution for this latest government job notification.

Category-wise Breakup (Combined): General: 1,156; SC: 583; ST: 0; OBC: 650; EWS: 215. For detailed subject-wise and category-wise distribution, refer to Table-1 of the official notification PDF.

UPESSC Pravakta 2026 Eligibility Criteria

To apply online for UPESSC Pravakta vacancy, candidates must meet the following educational and age criteria. This is a crucial step in the selection process.

UPESSC Pravakta Qualification

The primary qualification required is a Postgraduate degree in the relevant subject from a recognized university in India, along with a B.Ed (Shiksha Snatak) degree from an NCTE-recognised institution.

Candidates must possess the required qualifications by the last date of application submission.

UPESSC Pravakta Nationality

Applicants must be Citizens of India.

UPESSC Pravakta Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 62 years

The date of birth on the High School (or equivalent) certificate is the only valid document for age verification. Age relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Ex-Servicemen/PwD) is applicable as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.

UPESSC Pravakta Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates for the post of Pravakta (PGT/Lecturer) will be entitled to a salary as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).

UPESSC Pravakta Application Fee 2026

The application fee for different categories is as follows:

Fee can be paid online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking through the payment gateway on the official portal. Retain the payment receipt for future reference.

UPESSC Pravakta Selection Process 2026

The UPESSC selection process for Pravakta posts is based on a two-stage evaluation: a written examination and an interview. The final merit list is prepared based on the combined score of 400 marks.

Written Examination Pattern

Interview

Candidates shortlisted based on the written exam will be called for a 40-mark interview. The interview call letter will be available on the Commission's website. Attendance is mandatory.

Merit List and Tie-Breaking

The final merit list is based on the combined score (Written Exam: 360 marks + Interview: 40 marks = 400 marks). In case of a tie, the following criteria are applied in order:

1. Candidate with higher written exam marks.
2. Candidate with higher interview marks.
3. Candidate with higher postgraduate percentage.
4. Candidate with higher B.Ed percentage.
5. Older candidate.

How to Apply for UPESSC Pravakta Recruitment 2026

Candidates must apply online through the OTR (One Time Registration) Based Online Application System at upessc.up.gov.in. Follow these steps:

1. Complete OTR: Register yourself via the One Time Registration portal.
2. Fill Application Form: Carefully fill in all details in English. Note that category, date of birth, and gender cannot be changed after final submission.
3. Upload Documents:
   • Signature: JPG/JPEG format, 10 KB – 200 KB, resolution 140×110 pixels.
   • Photograph: JPG/JPEG format, 30 KB – 300 KB, resolution 300 to 600 pixels.
   • Certificates: PDF format, 50 KB – 500 KB each.
4. Pay Application Fee: Pay via online payment gateway.
5. Submit and Print: After final submission, print at least three copies of the application form. Two sets, along with original documents, must be presented at the time of the interview.

Important: Only one application per subject and school-type (boys' or girls') is allowed. Multiple applications will lead to rejection of all but the last one.

Official Notification PDF

For complete details, download the UPESSC Pravakta Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF.

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