Last updated: 5 June 2026
UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026
UP TGT 2026 (Advt. 01/2022): 3539 Trained Graduate Teacher posts. Written exam 3–4 June on upessc.up.gov.in. Admit card, syllabus, eligibility & subject-wise PYQ.
Total Vacancies
3,539
Department
Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB)
Age Limit
21-60 years
Qualification
Graduation + B.Ed in relevant subject
The application window has closed. Monitor the department’s official website for the next recruitment cycle.
Official Note
Advt. No. 01/2022 — written exam 3 & 4 June 2026. Admit card from 30 May 2026. New notification expected for 38,000+ vacancies.
2026 Highlights
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | UP Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB) |
| Post | Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) |
| Advt. Number | 01/2022 |
| Vacancies | 3,539 (2022 cycle); 38,000+ expected in new notification |
| Exam Date | 3 & 4 June 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline OMR — 125 MCQs, 500 marks, 2 hours |
| Negative Marking | None |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
Important Dates
- Application Start
- 15 January 2022
- Last Date to Apply
- 31 March 2022
- Exam Date
- 3 June 2026
- Age Cut-off Date
- 1 July 2026
Exam Pattern 2026
UP TGT written exam is a single paper of 125 multiple-choice questions for 500 marks in 2 hours. There is no negative marking. The paper covers the concerned teaching subject.
- Duration: 2 hours
- 125 MCQs × 4 marks = 500 marks
- No negative marking
- Offline OMR-based examination
- Morning shift: 9:30–11:30 AM · Evening shift: 2:30–4:30 PM
Preliminary Examination (Screening Test)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Concerned Subject (125 MCQs) | 125 | 500 |
Subject-Wise Syllabus
Concerned Subject (100%) (500 Marks)
- Subject-specific graduation-level syllabus
- Pedagogy and teaching methodology basics
- UP board curriculum alignment
Selection Process
- Written examination — 125 MCQs, 500 marks, concerned subject (100% weightage)
- Interview — final stage after written qualification
- Document verification and appointment
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: Graduation + B.Ed in relevant subject
| Category | Max Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 60 years | No relaxation |
| OBC (NCL) | 63 years | +3 years |
| SC / ST | 65 years | +5 years |
| PwD | 70 years | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notification | 3 yrs after discharge |
Always read the official notification PDF: relaxation rules vary by examination. Age cut-off date: 1 July 2026.
Apply Kaise Karein
- Confirm eligibility, age limits, and qualifications against the official PDF.
- Complete registration on the authorised portal for Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB).
- Fill personal, education, and category details carefully.
- Upload photograph and signature within the stated pixel and KB limits.
- After fee payment, save or print the confirmation page.
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Complete UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026 guide
All pages for this recruitment — linked for easy navigation.
- Notification Vacancies, eligibility, dates & apply link
- Syllabus Exam pattern, topics & official PDFs
- Admit Card Hall ticket, interview letter & download steps
- Result Merit list, scorecard & cut-off updates
- Previous Year Papers Subject-wise UP TGT PYQs
Aksar Puche Jaane Wale Sawaal (FAQ)
What is UP TGT exam date 2026? v
UP TGT written exam for Advt. No. 01/2022 is on 3 and 4 June 2026 in morning (9:30–11:30 AM) and evening (2:30–4:30 PM) shifts.
How many UP TGT vacancies in 2026? v
The 2022 cycle has 3,539 TGT vacancies. A new notification with 38,000+ posts is expected separately on upessc.up.gov.in.
Is UP TGT same as UPTET? v
No. UP TGT is teacher recruitment (job). UPTET is an eligibility certificate only. Graduation + B.Ed is required for UP TGT.
Where to download UP TGT admit card? v
Only on the official UPSESSB portal upessc.up.gov.in — expected from 30 May 2026. Avoid third-party admit-card sites.
What is the age limit for UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026? v
For the General category the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 60 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
How do I apply for UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026? v
Visit the authorised website for Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB) (https://upessc.up.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Thursday, 31 March 2022 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026? v
The closing date was Thursday, 31 March 2022 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Wednesday, 3 June 2026.
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