This guide helps you understand the Pradesh Public Service Drive at a glance. You will find key facts about 7,466 assistant teacher posts, the main selection stages and what matters most for your application. The tone is friendly and the steps are clear, so you can plan with confidence.
Note the important exam dates: preliminary tests for six subjects fall on 6, 7 and 21 December, in two shifts each day. You’ll also see the OTR and online application timeline, the correction window and the age limits so you can check your eligibility fast.
You’ll get a quick view of salary at Level-7 with Grade Pay Rs 4,600, typical allowances and the selection stages — objective prelims, descriptive mains and document verification. This intro sets you up to read the full notification, plan travel for exam dates and prepare like a confident candidate.
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1. UPPSC LT Grade Teacher Recruitment 2025: Breaking update
The service commission has published firm exam dates and a clear timeline you must lock into your study plan.
The preliminary exam date 2025 schedule places sittings on 6, 7 and 21 December 2025. Each day has two sessions: morning (09:00–11:00) and afternoon (15:00–17:00).
Subject mapping is fixed: 6 December — Mathematics (morning) and Hindi (afternoon); 7 December — Science (morning) and Sanskrit (afternoon); 21 December — Home Science (morning) and Commerce (afternoon).
The official notification was released on 20 September 2025. OTR and online application opened on 28 July 2025, with registration and fee payment closing on 28 August and corrections ending on 4 September.
Mark 6, 7 and 21 December 2025 and your exact shift in your calendar to plan travel and revision.
Prioritise your subject’s date for mock tests, especially if you sit Mathematics, Hindi, Science, Sanskrit, Home Science or Commerce.
Confirm your OTR and application submission (OTR began 28 July; fee deadline 28 August; corrections closed 4 September).
Download the admit card as soon as it’s released (usually 7–10 days before the exam) and verify the city, shift and centre rules.
Prepare an exam-day kit: printed admit card, photo ID and permitted stationery; check portal alerts in the final week.
Streamline your last fortnight with full-length two-hour simulations and a brief GS refresher to mirror the exam pattern.
Date | Morning (09:00–11:00) | Afternoon (15:00–17:00) |
6 December 2025 | Mathematics | Hindi |
7 December 2025 | Science | Sanskrit |
21 December 2025 | Home Science | Commerce |
2. UPPSC LT Grade Teacher Recruitment 2025
This notification explains how the state commission will fill 7,466 assistant posts in secondary schools through a structured, state-level examination.
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission runs the Assistant Teacher, Trained Graduate Grade (Male/Female Branch) Examination (Advertisement No. A-5/E-1/2025). This is a state, offline process that aims to staff government secondary schools across the state.
Selection follows two main stages: objective prelims and descriptive mains, with final Document Verification for successful candidates. The format keeps assessment consistent across subjects and categories.
Total vacancies: 7,466 — one of the largest recent intakes for school posts.
Mode: Offline, state-level process managed by the service commission.
Official name: Assistant Teacher, Trained Graduate Grade Examination (A-5/E-1/2025).
Help desk: +91-8765973668 for authentic clarifications.
Prepare: match your documents to eligibility and follow the formal schedule for prelims and mains to maximise your score.
3. Key dates and schedule at a glance
Use the timeline below to organise your application steps and to set revision targets by session. Keeping these dates clearly marked will help you avoid last‑minute issues and focus on the papers that matter most.
3.1 Application and registration window
One-Time Registration (OTR) and online application opened on 28 July 2025. You must complete registration and pay fees by 28 August 2025. Corrections to the application form close on 4 September 2025.
3.2 Preliminary exam dates and shifts
Plan your revision around the morning and afternoon sessions. Below are the confirmed exam dates and subjects so you can set mock tests and travel plans.
Diaries: mark 6, 7 and 21 December 2025 as exam days.
Keep your OTR credentials and registration number safe for quick login and admit card download.
Set an alert for the correction window that ends in September 2025 so you can fix any errors.
Date | Morning (09:00–11:00) | Afternoon (15:00–17:00) |
6 December 2025 | Mathematics | Hindi |
7 December 2025 | Science | Sanskrit |
21 December 2025 | Home Science | Commerce |
3.3 Admit card availability
The admit card is usually released about 7–10 days before your exam date on the portal. Download it using your registration or OTR details and verify all particulars immediately.
4. Total vacancies and subject-wise distribution
This snapshot gives you the total vacancy count and a clear subject split so you can shortlist options that match your qualification and competitive edge.
4.1 Category-wise numbers
Total posts: 7,466. The distribution is clear, so you can estimate your competition.
There are further PwD details and special-school allocations that widen access for eligible candidates.
4.2 Subjects with higher intake
High-intake areas offer broader opportunities but may attract more contenders. Note these key subject totals:
Subject | Number of posts |
Science | 1,337 |
Mathematics | 1,093 |
Computer | 1,056 |
Social Science | 701 |
Other notable totals include Hindi 687, English 653, Arts 578, Home Science 369 and smaller allocations such as Agriculture/Horticulture 14.
PwD and special schools: Combined PwD split and special allocations include Sparsh (Visually Impaired) 43, Sanket (Deaf and Dumb) 25 and Prayas (Physically Handicapped) 13. These broaden fair access for eligible applicants.
Action for you: shortlist a subject aligned to your degree and strengths, then cross-reference intake volume to balance passion and probability before you finalise preferences in the application.
5. Eligibility and qualifications you must meet
Start with eligibility: clear age limits, subject-wise qualifications and documentary needs. Confirm these points before you complete the online form to avoid mistakes and delays.
5.1 Age criteria and relaxations
Age as on 1 July 2025 must be between 21 and 40 years. For self‑checking, your birthdate must not be earlier than 2 July 1985 and not later than 1 July 2004.
Relaxations follow state norms and are applied as per official rules. If you claim a concession, keep the original proofs ready for verification.
5.2 Educational requirements
You must hold a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant or related subject from a recognised university in India. Ensure your qualification matches the subject you choose to teach.
Follow the Trained Graduate standards and confirm any subject‑specific criteria in the Niyamawali or notification.
Assemble degree certificates, mark sheets and category documents in advance to speed the document verification stage.
Double‑check name, date of birth and category details across all papers to avoid discrepancies when authorities verify your records.
Practical tip: keep a printed copy of the eligibility clause handy while you fill the form. Honest and accurate disclosure protects your candidature throughout the recruitment and exam process.
6. Exam pattern and syllabus overview
Get a clear blueprint of question types, timing and scoring to shape your study routine.
6.1 Preliminary exam: sections, questions and negative marking
The prelims are an objective test with 150 questions in 120 minutes. You face 30 General Studies items and 120 subject questions. Total marks are 300.
A penalty of 0.33 marks applies for each wrong answer. Qualifying thresholds are 35% for SC/ST and 40% for others.
6.2 Main exam: descriptive structure and marking
The main paper has 20 compulsory questions split into two sections. Section A contains ten short answers (125 words, 8 marks each = 80 marks).
Section B has ten long answers (200 words, 12 marks each = 120 marks). Total time is 3 hours, and total marks are 200. The same qualifying percentages apply.
6.3 What to study: General Studies and subject focus
Cover GS topics: current affairs, history, geography, polity, economy, science, environment, reasoning and grammar (up to Class 10 level).
Prepare your chosen subject to graduation depth using NCERTs and standard texts.
Practise time allocation, answer structure and negative‑marking tactics in mixed mocks to protect your net score.
7. How to apply online: OTR, application form and fees
Begin your online application by completing the One‑Time Registration on the official portal — this step unlocks the main form and payment section.
7.1 One-Time Registration: step-by-step
Start OTR from 28 July 2025. Verify your mobile and email with OTPs. Enter the last six digits of your Aadhaar for identity validation.
Fill basic personal, domicile and parent details. Upload a recent passport photo, clear signature and qualification certificates. After submission, you will receive a unique OTR number.
7.3 Filling out the application form and uploading
Log in with your OTR number to open the main application form. Choose subject preferences after checking vacancy lists.
Double‑check names, date of birth and category fields. Keep crisp digital copies and print the confirmation page for your records.
7.4 Fees, payment and important dates
Pay the fee by 28 August 2025. Use a debit/credit card or net banking for secure payment. The correction window closes on 4 September.
Fee slabs: Rs 125 (General/OBC/EWS), Rs 65 (SC/ST/Ex‑Servicemen), Rs 25 (PwD).
Submit before the deadline and avoid peak hours to reduce server or payment failures.
Bookmark the official link from the Pradesh Public Service Commission portal for live updates and admit card alerts.
Action | Key date | Notes |
OTR opens | 28 July 2025 | Verify OTPs, get OTR number |
Last date to pay | 28 August 2025 | Submit the application and the fee |
Correction window | 4 September 2025 | Fix form errors if needed |
Tip: keep digital and printed receipts handy. These help candidates during document verification and later stages of the exam process.
8. Admit card, exam day checklist and centre instructions
Your admit card will be the single most important document on the exam day — download and check it as soon as it goes live. The hall ticket is expected about 7–10 days before the exam, and you must use your registration/OTR details on the portal to get it.
8.1 Documents to carry and reporting protocol
Carry a printed admit card and an original photo ID exactly as specified in the instructions. Check that your name, roll number, subject and centre match across all papers.
Confirm the session timing (morning or afternoon) for your subject so you reach the centre on the correct date and at the right time.
Report at the printed reporting time. Allow extra time for security checks and seating before the two‑hour paper begins.
Read the permitted and prohibited items list on the admit card. Keep a minimal, clear stationery kit and avoid smart devices.
Plan your route within Uttar Pradesh a day early and recheck the portal the evening before for any centre advisories.
Keep the admit card safe after the prelims — you will need it for mains and document verification.
Quick tip: If you find any discrepancy in the admit card details, contact the commission helpdesk immediately and save screenshots of your queries. Staying calm and prepared helps you focus on the paper when the exam begins.
9. Salary, level, allowances and role expectations
Understand the Level-7 pay matrix and how it affects your monthly take‑home and career growth.
The pay scale runs from Rs 44,900–1,42,400 with Grade Pay Rs 4,600. Typical HRA bands range from 10% to 30%, depending on posting and city. Standard deductions such as PF and income tax apply.
You will carry core classroom duties: preparing lesson plans, assessing progress and maintaining records. Daily tasks also include discipline, remedial sessions and supporting co‑curricular activities.
Financial planning: know gross versus in‑hand after allowances and deductions.
Professional duties: classroom management, PTMs and club mentorship to boost student outcomes.
Teaching aids: integrate digital tools where available to raise engagement and results.
Career path: training, workshops and departmental promotions improve prospects over time.
Keep clear documentation and align your subject mastery with measurable classroom outcomes. This role contributes directly to better state learning metrics under the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission framework and supports your professional growth during and after the exam and recruitment 2025 cycle.
Conclusion
Before you finish, check that your application trail and study plan are complete and clear.
Confirm key dates: OTR and application began 28 July, fee/registration closed 28 August, and corrections ended 4 September. Note the preliminary exam dates on 6, 7 and 21 December and expect the admit card about 7–10 days before each exam date.
Consolidate documents for verification, run two full‑length mocks weekly, and keep short daily revisions for formulas and current affairs. Practice descriptive answers now so the mains does not become a last‑minute rush.
Act calmly and consistently: plan travel, protect your exam‑day kit, set a realistic target mark, and use the official public service commission link for updates. This vacancy pool of 7,466 is a strong opportunity — be ready and stay focused.
