UP Teacher Recruitment 2026: Over 7 Lakh Applications for 15,000 Posts, 47 Candidates per Vacancy
Prayagraj, October 30, 2026 (Udaipur Kiran): The competition for the Uttar Pradesh Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026 is expected to be intense, with more than 7 lakh candidates having applied for thousands of teaching posts by Thursday. The number of applicants means that around 47 candidates are competing for each vacancy.
The recruitment drive has attracted a large number of applicants as it comes after an eight-year gap. The Basic Education Department last conducted recruitment for these posts in 2018, while the latest process began in 2026.
Candidates can submit their online applications until November 4. With another four to five days remaining, the total number of applications is expected to increase further.
How Many Vacancies Are Available?
The recruitment covers vacancies in primary schools under the Basic Education Department and aided secondary schools.
The reported vacancies are:
- 11,508 posts: Urban council schools under the Basic Education Department.
- 897 posts: Assistant Teacher (Primary) positions in non-government aided secondary schools.
- 2,607 posts: Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) vacancies in aided secondary schools.
Together, these categories account for 15,012 posts.
Application Correction Window Open Until November 7
Candidates who have already submitted their online application forms can make corrections until November 7.
Applicants who need to update or correct any details should complete the process within the prescribed deadline.
UP TGT, Principal and Headmaster Recruitment for 20,382 Posts
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission is also accepting applications for direct recruitment in non-government aided secondary schools.
The vacancies include:
- TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher): 17,735 posts
- Principal: 1,475 posts
- Headmaster: 1,172 posts
The recruitment drive covers a total of 20,382 teaching positions. The last date to apply for these posts is November 23.
FAQs
1. How many candidates have applied for the UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment 2026?
More than 7 lakh candidates had applied by Thursday, October 29, according to the supplied report.
2. How many vacancies are included in the recruitment?
The three reported categories together account for 15,012 posts.
3. How many candidates are competing for each post?
The reported application figures indicate around 47 candidates for each vacancy.
4. What is the last date to apply for the UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment?
Candidates can submit their online applications until November 4, 2026.
5. What is the last date for correcting the application form?
The correction facility is available until November 7, 2026.
6. How many vacancies are available in urban council schools?
There are 11,508 vacancies in urban council schools under the Basic Education Department.
7. How many TGT, Principal and Headmaster vacancies have been announced?
The vacancies include 17,735 TGT posts, 1,475 Principal posts and 1,172 Headmaster posts, making a total of 20,382 positions.
8. What is the last date to apply for the TGT, Principal and Headmaster recruitment?
The last date to submit applications for these posts is November 23, 2026.
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