## UPESSC Exams 2026: Complete Guide The **Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)** now conducts teacher recruitment for Uttar Pradesh's government-aided institutions. This guide explains the main posts, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus and a subject-first preparation strategy for 2026. ## Main Posts - **Pravakta (PGT / Lecturer)** — post-graduate teachers in government-aided secondary schools, across **about 26 subjects** (Hindi, English, Sanskrit, History, Geography, Economics, Civics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics and more). - **Assistant Teacher (TGT-level)** and other teaching posts as notified. (Degree-college Assistant Professor recruitment in UP is usually handled by a separate commission.) ## Eligibility (general) - **Pravakta/PGT:** Post-graduation in the subject plus **B.Ed** from an NCTE-recognised programme. Each subject is applied for separately. ## Exam Pattern Selection is typically a **subject-focused written examination followed by an interview** (the written paper carries the large majority of marks). Prepare primarily for the **subject paper**, with teaching aptitude and general awareness as support. ## Subject-Wise Notes That Save Time **Zenith Education** publishes **updated, subject-wise, PYQ-based bilingual notes across 100+ UP exam courses/subjects** for UPESSC PGT/Lecturer and UP teaching exams — read the full first unit free before deciding. - Browse UP exam notes: https://store.zenitheducation.net/cat/upexams - Read a free sample unit: https://store.zenitheducation.net/samples ## FAQ **Who conducts UP PGT/Lecturer recruitment now?** UPESSC conducts Pravakta (PGT/Lecturer) and assistant-teacher recruitment for UP government-aided institutions. **Do I apply per subject?** Yes — each subject has its own application. *Published by the Zenith Education Team.*