UPPSC GIC Lecturer Recruitment 2025-2026 Notification Out for 1,518 Posts, Apply Online

• The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the official notification for the Lecturer (Male/Female) Government Inter College Examination. This prestigious recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 1,518 vacancies, encompassing Government Inter Colleges, Sparsh Government Inter College for Visually Handicapped, and the Uttar Pradesh Jail Training School (Teaching Staff) Service.

This recruitment is a golden opportunity for postgraduates holding a B.Ed. degree who aspire to secure a respected Group 'C' non-gazetted teaching position under the state government. Eligible candidates must complete their One Time Registration (OTR) and submit their applications online before the designated deadline. Read this comprehensive Sacred Gurukul guide to learn everything about the eligibility criteria, important dates, selection process, salary structure, and application instructions.Quick Overview of UPPSC GIC Lecturer Recruitment
Important DatesKeep track of the official schedule to ensure you don't miss any critical milestones:
Application FeeThe fee structure varies category-wise and must be paid online via the SBI MOPS gateway.
Age Limit (As on July 1, 2025)

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 40 Years (Candidates must not have been born earlier than July 2, 1985, and not later than July 1, 2004).
• Maximum Age for PwD Candidates: 55 Years (born not before July 2, 1970).

Age Relaxations:

• UP State Employees, SC, ST, OBC, Skilled Players: Upper age limit is relaxed by 5 years (must not have been born before July 2, 1980).
• Physically Handicapped (UP Domicile): Relaxed by 15 years.

Vacancy DetailsThe total advertised vacancies equal 1,518 posts distributed across various branches:

• Lecturer (Male Branch - GIC): 777 Posts
• Lecturer (Female Branch - GIC): 694 Posts
• Lecturer (Sparsh Govt. Inter College for Visually Handicapped): 45 Posts
• Lecturer (UP Jail Training School Teaching Staff Service): 2 Posts

Educational QualificationCandidates must possess essential qualifications as of the last date of application:

• For GIC Lecturer (Male/Female) - General Subjects (Sociology, Geography, Economics, Civics, Physics, Chemistry, Math, English):

1. Post-Graduate degree in the relevant subject from an Indian university recognized by law.
2. Degree of Graduation in Education (B.Ed.) recognized by NCTE.

• For History: Post-Graduate degree in Ancient History, Medieval History, or Modern History + B.Ed.
• For Biology: Post-Graduate degree in Botany or Zoology + B.Ed.
• For Hindi: Post-Graduate degree in Hindi + Graduation in Arts with Sanskrit as a subject + B.Ed.
• For Sparsh Inter College (Visually Handicapped): Post-Graduate degree in the concerned subject + B.Ed. (Special Education/M.Ed. in Visually/Hearing Impaired recognized by RCI) + Braille/Sign Language knowledge + RCI Registration.
• For UP Jail Training School: Master’s Degree in Psychology/Sociology/Social Work/Criminology with specialized papers/diplomas as outlined in the official rules.

Salary / Pay Scale

• GIC Lecturer & Sparsh Inter College Lecturer: Pay Level-8 (Attractive state scale with standard allowances).
• UP Jail Training School Lecturer: Pay Level-7.

Selection ProcessThe selection for UPPSC GIC Lecturer involves successive stages:

1. Preliminary Examination (Objective Type): Acts as a screening test consisting of General Studies and an Optional Subject. Fifteen times the number of vacancies candidates are shortlisted for the mains.
2. Main (Written) Examination (Conventional Type): Detailed descriptive papers comprising General Hindi, Essay, and the selected Optional Subject.
3. Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final verification of original academic/caste certificates and health fitness.

Exam PatternPreliminary Examination Pattern

• Type: Objective type (Multiple Choice Questions).
• Total Questions: 120 (80 questions from the Optional Subject + 40 questions from General Studies).
• Total Marks: 300 Marks (2.5 marks per question).
• Duration: 2 Hours.
• Negative Marking: $1/3$rd (0.33) of the marks assigned to a question are deducted for wrong answers.

Main Examination Pattern

• Paper 1: General Hindi (50 Marks) & Essay (50 Marks) — Total 100 Marks | Duration: 2 Hours.
• Paper 2: Optional Subject (Conventional type) — Total 300 Marks | Duration: 3 Hours. (Note: The optional paper contains 20 compulsory questions split across sections requiring descriptive, short, and very short answers).

Detailed Syllabus Overview

• Preliminary General Studies: General Science (High School standard), History of India, Indian National Movement, Indian Polity, Economy & Culture, Indian Agriculture, Commerce & Trade, World and Indian Geography, Current Events, Reasoning, UP-specific Education & Culture, Elementary Math (up to 8th level), and Ecology & Environment.
• Optional Subjects Available: Hindi, English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Sanskrit, Economics, Civics, History, and Sociology.

How to Apply Online

1. One Time Registration (OTR): Visit the official OTR portal (otr.pariksha.nic.in) at least 72 hours before applying to generate your mandatory OTR number.
2. Visit UPPSC Portal: Go to the official website (uppsc.up.nic.in) and navigate to the "All Notifications / Advertisements" section.
3. Authentication: Click 'Apply', choose 'Authenticate with OTR', enter your OTR number, and verify via OTP.
4. Fill Details: Review your personal information fetched via OTR and fill in your essential academic qualifications.
5. Fee Payment: Proceed to pay the category-wise application fee via the SBI MOPS gateway (Net Banking, Card, or UPI).
6. Final Submission: Preview the application form, submit it before September 12, 2025, and print out a hard copy for future reference.

Required Documents Checklist

• Active Mobile Number and Email ID linked with OTR.
• Scanned Passport-Size Photograph and Signature.
• High School (10th) Certificate (for Date of Birth verification).
• Graduation Marksheets and Degree Certificate.
• Post-Graduation Marksheets and Degree Certificate.
• B.Ed. Degree and Marksheets.
• Category / Caste Certificate (issued by competent authority from the father's side for female applicants, if claiming reservation).
• Domicile Certificate of Uttar Pradesh (if claiming reservation or age relaxation).

Important Instructions

• Mandatory OTR: Submitting an online application is impossible without first completing your OTR process.
• No Hard Copy Needed Initially: Do not mail hard copies of your online application to the commission office during the preliminary phase unless explicitly requested later.
• Correct Information: Ensure all details match your official documents. Providing false data can result in debarment from UPPSC exams for up to 5 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)1. When was the UPPSC GIC Lecturer 2025-2026 notification released? The official notification was released on August 12, 2025.2. What is the total number of vacancies available in this recruitment? A total of 1,518 vacancies have been advertised across various categories and branches.3. What is the last date to submit the online application form? The last date for fee deposition and final online application submission was September 12, 2025.4. Is One Time Registration (OTR) mandatory for applying? Yes, obtaining an OTR number from the official portal is strictly mandatory prior to submitting your online application.5. What is the age limit for UPPSC GIC Lecturer recruitment? Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as of July 1, 2025, with standard upper age relaxations for reserved categories.6. What are the essential educational qualifications required? Applicants must hold a Post-Graduate degree in the relevant subject along with a B.Ed. degree recognized by NCTE.7. Is there negative marking in the UPPSC GIC Prelims Exam? Yes, a penalty of $1/3$rd (0.33) of the marks assigned to a question applies for every incorrect answer.8. Can candidates from states other than Uttar Pradesh claim reservation? No, reservation benefits and age relaxations are strictly restricted to permanent residents (domiciles) of Uttar Pradesh.9. What is the selection process? The selection process comprises a Preliminary Examination, a Main (Written) Examination, and Document Verification.10. What is the salary scale for GIC Lecturers? GIC Lecturers are appointed under Pay Level-8 as regular non-gazetted Group 'C' employees.