The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has officially released the Mains Form Notification for the UP LT Grade Assistant Teacher Mains Online Form 2026 under Advertisement No. A-5/E-1/2025, inviting eligible candidates to submit their Mains applications for 7,466 Assistant Teacher (TGT) posts across multiple subjects. Notably, the Mains application window opened on 02 April 2026 and closes on 17 April 2026. Candidates who have qualified the preliminary written examination and hold a subject-specific Graduate Degree along with a B.Ed. from an NCTE-recognised institute are eligible to apply.
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. A-5/E-1/2025 |
| Post Name | Assistant Teacher / LT Grade Teacher (TGT) |
| Total Vacancies | 7,466 |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Mains Form Start Date | 02 April 2026 |
| Mains Form Last Date | 17 April 2026 |
| Salary / Pay Level | As per 7th CPC norms — refer to official notification for pay details |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Male | 4,860 |
| Female | 2,525 |
| Backlog | 81 |
| Total | 7,466 |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
The minimum age required is 21 years and the maximum age is 40 years, as on 01 July 2025. Furthermore, UPPSC provides age relaxation to SC, ST, OBC, PH, Ex-Servicemen, and other reserved category candidates as per applicable UP Government regulations.
Educational Qualification
Specifically, candidates must hold a subject-specific Graduate Degree from a recognised university along with a B.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognised institute for most subject branches. Additionally, the Computer branch accepts B.Tech / B.E. in Computer Science, Graduate in Computer Science / Applications, or ‘A’ Level NIELIT certification; the Physical Education branch requires a B.P.Ed. or B.P.E. degree; and the Music branch additionally accepts Sangeet Visharad or Sangeet Prabhakar qualifications from recognised institutions. Consequently, candidates must carefully verify their subject-specific eligibility from the official notification before submitting the Mains application.
Nationality
Candidates must be Indian citizens as per the standard eligibility conditions prescribed by UPPSC for all LT Grade Assistant Teacher recruitment posts under Advt. No. A-5/E-1/2025.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Application Start Date | 28 July 2025 |
| Preliminary Application Last Date | 28 August 2025 |
| Preliminary Admit Card | 26 November 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam Date | 06 December 2025 – 25 January 2026 |
| Answer Key Released | 28 January 2026 |
| Preliminary Result Declared | 05 February 2026 |
| Computer Exam Admit Card | 26 March 2026 |
| Computer Exam Date | 05 April 2026 |
| Mains Form Start Date | 02 April 2026 |
| Mains Form Last Date | 17 April 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹ 125/- |
| SC / ST | ₹ 65/- |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹ 65/- |
| PH (Divyangjan) | ₹ 25/- |
Accepted Payment Modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.
Exam Pattern
The UP LT Grade Assistant Teacher Mains Online Form 2026 is part of a two-stage selection process. Specifically, candidates who cleared the Preliminary Written Examination (conducted from 06 December 2025 to 25 January 2026) and the Computer Exam (05 April 2026, where applicable) are now eligible to submit the Mains application. Consequently, the Mains examination will assess candidates on subject-specific knowledge at a greater depth. Moreover, the final selection is based on combined performance across both stages, followed by Document Verification. Additionally, candidates should refer to the official UPPSC notification for the detailed Mains exam pattern and subject-wise syllabus.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official UPPSC website at uppsc.up.nic.in.
- On the homepage, click on “Apply Online” / “Candidate Registration”.
- Log in using your Registration Number and Password / Date of Birth from the preliminary stage.
- Locate and select the “LT Grade Assistant Teacher Mains Application 2026” link.
- Fill in all required details including Personal Information, Educational Qualification, and Preliminary Exam details.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and any required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the applicable Mains application fee online, submit the form, and download or print the final submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Mains Form) | Click Here |
| Mains Form Notice | Click Here |
| Download Computer Admit Card | Click Here |
| Computer Exam Date Notice | Click Here |
| Download Result | Hindi | Math |
| Download Result | Science | Sanskrit | Home Science | Commerce |
| Download Result | English | Biology |
| Download Result | Music | Horticulture / Agri. | Arts | Urdu |
| Download Result | Social Science |
| Download Result | Physical Education |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Hindi | English |
| UPPSC Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When does the UP LT Grade Assistant Teacher Mains Online Form 2026 open and close?
Applications opened on 02 April 2026 and the last date is 17 April 2026.
Q2. What is the application fee for General category candidates?
General / EWS / OBC candidates must pay ₹ 125/- as the Mains application fee.
Q3. Can candidates who have not cleared the preliminary exam apply for the Mains form?
No — only candidates officially qualified in the preliminary exam are eligible to submit the Mains form.
Q4. Is there negative marking in the UP LT Grade Mains Examination?
Marking scheme details should be confirmed from the official UPPSC notification available in Hindi and English.
Q5. What is the key qualification for the Physical Education branch?
Candidates must hold a B.P.Ed. or B.P.E. degree from an NCTE-approved institution.