UP TGT PGT Recruitment 2025: Uttar Pradesh is preparing to launch one of its largest teacher recruitment drives in recent years. With thousands of vacancies in secondary schools across the state, the UP TGT PGT Recruitment 2025 presents a major opportunity for aspiring teachers and school leaders.
UP TGT PGT Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Highlights
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The state is expected to fill around 23,000 teaching and principal posts.
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These vacancies include positions for Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT), Post Graduate Teachers (PGT), and Principals.
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A total of 4,512 aided secondary schools will take part in this recruitment.
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So far, 22,201 posts have been confirmed from 71 districts.
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Data from the remaining 4 districts is expected to take the total above 23,000 vacancies.
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All districts except Ghazipur have submitted their vacancy details to the Directorate of Education.
UP TGT PGT Recruitment 2025 Process and Updates
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The recruitment will be organized by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC).
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Once all vacancy details are verified, the Directorate of Education will upload the posts on the Commission’s online portal.
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Each District Inspector of Schools (DIOS) is responsible for verifying and certifying vacancy data before it is finalized.
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The official recruitment notification will include all vacant posts up to March 31, 2026.
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After approval, candidates will be able to apply online, upload documents, and select preferred districts.
UP TGT PGT Recruitment 2025: Policy and Administrative Measures
To ensure transparency and fairness in the recruitment process, the state government has issued orders to:
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Cancel unauthorized affiliations.
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Transfer employees back to their original postings if rules were violated.
These steps aim to streamline the education system and strengthen administrative accountability.
Teacher Shortage and Training Challenges
India’s student-teacher ratio is lower than countries like Brazil and China, highlighting the urgent need for more qualified teachers.
Meanwhile, thousands of teachers appointed in primary schools with B.Ed qualifications are facing difficulties. The Supreme Court has directed them to complete a six-month bridge course through NIOS, approved by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).
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If they fail to complete this course within one year, their appointment may be considered invalid.
Application Process for UP TGT PGT 2025
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The online application link for UP TGT PGT Recruitment 2025 will be activated soon on the official website.
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Candidates are advised to keep their educational certificates and documents ready.
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The application process will be conducted completely online to maintain transparency and accessibility for candidates across all districts.
