UPESSC PRT recruitment 2026: Application deadline extended to November 4, check eligibility

UPESSC PRT recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has extended the application deadline for Assistant Teacher (Associated Primary) posts under Advertisement No. 05/2026. Candidates can now submit their applications until November 4, 2026, instead of the earlier deadline of October 28, 2026. The recruitment drive covers 12,405 vacancies in the Secondary Education Department.The commission's notice, dated October 28, 2026, follows an Allahabad High Court order issued on October 24 and a letter from the Secondary Education Department dated October 27. The revised notification also introduces two additional eligible qualifications for candidates applying for the primary teacher posts.UPESSC PRT recruitment 2026: Key detailsThe recruitment details, including the revised application schedule and examination dates, are listed below.ParticularsDetailsRecruiting bodyUPESSC, PrayagrajPostAssistant Teacher (Associated Primary)Total vacancies12,405Advertisement number05/2026Revised application deadlineNovember 4, 2026Correction window closesNovember 7, 2026Written examinationDecember 3 and 4, 2026Two additional qualifications introducedUnder the revised eligibility criteria, candidates holding either of the following qualifications can apply, subject to the applicable recruitment requirements:• A two-year Diploma in Education (Special Education) approved by the Rehabilitation Council of India.• A four-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.) degree.The inclusion of these qualifications expands the categories of candidates eligible to apply for the Assistant Teacher (Associated Primary) posts.Application correction deadline extendedCandidates who submit their applications can make permitted corrections until November 7, 2026. Applicants should review their submitted information and make any necessary changes within the specified correction period.The extension provides candidates with additional time to complete the application process. Applicants should check the official commission website for the detailed notification, eligibility conditions and application instructions before submitting their forms.Written examination dates unchangedThe UPESSC PRT written examination remains scheduled for December 3 and 4, 2026. The extension of the application deadline has not changed the announced examination schedule.Candidates should refer to the official UPESSC website for the application link and the latest recruitment instructions. They should also verify that their educational qualifications meet the prescribed requirements under Advertisement No. 05/2026 before applying.Get the latest Education News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.