UP Super TET 2026 Primary Teacher Recruitment
UP Basic Education Board / UPESSC | Uttar Pradesh
Major announcement for teaching aspirants in Uttar Pradesh! The UP Basic Education Board under the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has officially released the recruitment notification for Super TET 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 12,405 vacancies for the post of Primary Teacher (Assistant Teacher) across government primary schools in the state. Interested candidates fulfilling the mandatory eligibility criteria can submit their online registration on the official portal starting September 16, 2026, until the closing deadline of October 15, 2026.
Key Dates & Application Fee Details
| Important Event Schedule |
Application Fee Structure |
• Online Registration Starts: 16th September 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 15th October 2026
• Super TET Written Exam Date: To Be Announced
• Official Portal: UPESSC Official Portal
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• General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹700/- (Tentative)
• SC / ST Candidates: ₹500/-
• PwBD Candidates: ₹300/-
Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI gateway.
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Position Breakdown & Educational Qualification
| Post Name |
Age Limit |
Educational Qualification |
| Primary Teacher (Assistant Teacher) |
21 - 40 Years (Age relaxation applicable) |
Graduation Degree with D.El.Ed (BTC) / B.Ed / equivalent professional qualification AND qualified in UP TET / CTET (Paper I). |
| Total Openings |
12,405 Posts across primary schools in Uttar Pradesh. |
Selection Process & Quality Points Calculation
- Super TET Written Examination: Offline/Online objective exam carrying 150 marks evaluating language, mathematics, science, teaching methodology, and general awareness.
- Merit Index Preparation: Final merit list is calculated based on academic weightage (High School, Intermediate, Graduation, Teacher Training qualification) combined with Super TET written score weightage.
- Document Verification & Counseling: District allotment and original document verification based on merit score.
How to Apply Online via UPESSC Portal
- Visit the official UPESSC portal.
- Click on the "Super TET 2026 Primary Teacher Application" link under the latest recruitment section.
- Complete candidate registration using basic details, UP TET/CTET roll number, and contact information.
- Fill in detailed educational qualifications and teacher training marks.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and mandatory certificates.
- Pay the application fee online and print out the completed registration form before October 15, 2026.
UP Super TET 2026 Exam Pattern & Marks Distribution
The written examination consists of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) carrying 1 mark each, with a total duration of 2.5 hours (150 minutes). There is no negative marking.
| Subject / Topic Area |
Total Questions / Marks |
| Language (Hindi, English & Sanskrit) |
40 Marks |
| Science & Mathematics |
30 Marks (Science: 10, Math: 20) |
| Teaching Methodology & Child Psychology |
20 Marks |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs |
30 Marks |
| Reasoning Aptitude & Information Technology (IT) |
10 Marks (Reasoning: 5, IT: 5) |
| Life Skill / Management & Aptitude |
10 Marks |
| Grand Total |
150 Questions / 150 Marks |
Final Selection Quality Points (Merit Calculation)
The final selection list for Assistant Teachers is prepared based on a 100-point weightage system combining academic performance and the Super TET written exam score:
- High School (Class 10th): 10% of total percentage obtained
- Intermediate (Class 12th): 10% of total percentage obtained
- Graduation Degree: 10% of total percentage obtained
- Teacher Training (D.El.Ed/BTC/B.Ed): 10% of total percentage obtained
- Super TET Written Exam Performance: 60% weightage of the written exam marks obtained
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Is CTET / UP TET mandatory for UP Super TET 2026?
Yes, candidates must have qualified either UP TET (Paper I) or CTET (Paper I) for primary classes to be eligible for Super TET registration.
Q2: What is the age relaxation criteria for reserved categories?
OBC, SC, and ST candidates receive 5 years of upper age relaxation (up to 45 years), while PwBD candidates get up to 15 years relaxation as per state government rules.
Q3: Will there be negative marking in the Super TET 2026 exam?
No, as per standard exam guidelines, there is no negative marking for incorrect responses.
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