UP PRT 2026 Required Documents List Out: Check All Mandatory Papers Before Filling Application Form
Ahead of the UP PRT 2026 application process launch, candidates are advised to keep all listed mandatory documents ready in soft copy to avoid form rejection, along with a special advisory for 2023 batch aspirants.
UP PRT 2026 Required Documents: Full List of Mandatory Papers for Application Form
The Uttar Pradesh Primary Teacher (UP PRT) 2026 recruitment is one of the most awaited teaching job notifications for candidates aspiring to work in state government schools. Ahead of the official application process launch, a comprehensive list of mandatory documents required for filling the UP PRT 2026 application form has been shared to help candidates avoid last-minute hassles and form rejection due to incomplete documentation.
Candidates are strictly advised to keep soft copies of all the required documents ready in advance, as even a minor error during document upload or incomplete paperwork can lead to permanent disqualification of the application. The complete list of mandatory documents for UP PRT 2026 is as follows:
| S. No. | Document Name | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10th Marksheet | Mandatory for all applicants to verify basic educational eligibility |
| 2 | 12th Marksheet | Mandatory for all applicants |
| 3 | Graduation Marksheet | Mandatory for all candidates to prove graduation eligibility |
| 4 | Post Graduation Marksheet | Required only if the candidate has completed post-graduation |
| 5 | UPTET Certificate | Mandatory document for PRT post eligibility, as UPTET qualification is compulsory for primary teacher recruitment in Uttar Pradesh |
| 6 | D.El.Ed Certificate | Mandatory for all candidates; candidates who do not have the final D.El.Ed certificate can upload their D.El.Ed marksheet as an alternative |
| 7 | Passport Size Photo | Recent passport size photograph as per the dimensions specified in the official notification |
| 8 | Live Photo | Live photograph captured as per the recruitment guidelines to verify candidate identity |
| 9 | Aadhaar Card | Mandatory for identity and address verification |
| 10 | Caste/EWS Certificate | Required only for candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, OBC, or EWS categories to avail reservation benefits |
| 11 | Application Fee Payment Proof | ₹1000 application fee payment receipt as proof of fee submission |
| 12 | Self Declaration | Duly signed self-declaration form as per the official format provided in the notification |
Apart from the general document list, a special advisory has been issued specifically for 2023 batch candidates. Aspirants from the 2023 batch are advised to fill the application form only after 25th of the month, as there is a high probability that their D.El.Ed certificates will be updated on DigiLocker by that time. This will eliminate the need for submitting alternative documents and reduce the chances of application rejection.
Officials have also cautioned all candidates to fill the application form with extreme care and attention, as even a small mistake in the entered details can lead to rejection of the candidature. It is recommended to cross-verify all the details entered in the application form, including personal information, educational qualifications, and uploaded documents, before final submission. Candidates are also advised to keep all the documents in soft copy format well in advance to avoid any last-minute technical issues during the application process.
For the latest official updates on UP PRT 2026 recruitment, including notification release date, application start and end dates, admit card release date, and result declaration, candidates are advised to regularly check the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Department.