UP Basic Education Shahjahanpur ECCE Educator Online Form 2026

The UP Basic Education Department, Shahjahanpur district, is recruiting 168 ECCE (Early Childhood Care and Education) Educators for pre-primary education in government schools. ECCE Educators are responsible for teaching children aged 3-6 years in Anganwadi centres and primary schools under the National Education Policy framework. This is a district-level recruitment conducted by the Basic Shiksha Adhikari, Shahjahanpur. Selected candidates will be posted in various blocks within Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh. The role focuses on foundational learning and holistic development of young children through age-appropriate pedagogy and activity-based learning methods.

Important Dates

Vacancy Distribution

Typical / Indicative breakdown for 168 posts:

Educational Qualification

• Minimum: 12th Pass (Intermediate) from a recognized board
• Preferred: Diploma/Certificate in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) or Pre-School Education
• OR: Graduation in any discipline with 50% marks
• Training in Montessori/Nursery Teacher Training (NTT) will be given preference
• Proficiency in Hindi language is mandatory

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Domicile of Uttar Pradesh is mandatory for this district-level recruitment

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of Basic Shiksha Adhikari, Shahjahanpur or the dedicated recruitment portal notified in the official advertisement
2. Click on "ECCE Educator Recruitment 2026" link on the homepage
3. Register as a new user by providing basic details (name, email, mobile number) and create login credentials
4. Login using registration credentials and fill the online application form with personal, educational, and contact details
5. Upload scanned documents: recent photograph (50 KB), signature (20 KB), educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate
6. Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
7. Submit the application form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference
8. Note down the application/registration number for tracking purposes

Application Fee

Typical / Indicative fees:

Selection Stages

1. Written Examination: Computer-based or offline objective type exam covering General Knowledge, Hindi Language, Child Psychology, Teaching Aptitude, and Reasoning. This is the primary screening stage.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates based on merit will be called for verification of original educational certificates, domicile certificate, caste certificate, and other relevant documents.

1. Merit List Preparation: Final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in written exam and reservation policy. Marks allocation may include weightage for educational qualifications and relevant training.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates will undergo medical fitness examination as per government norms to ensure fitness for teaching duties.

1. Final Appointment: Appointment letters will be issued to candidates who successfully complete all stages and meet medical fitness criteria.

Examination Scheme

Written Examination Pattern

Typical / Indicative pattern:

Negative Marking: 1/4 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Note: Final exam pattern will be specified in the official notification. The exam may be conducted in Hindi medium.

Detailed Syllabus

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History, Culture and Freedom Movement
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Economy and Planning
• Geography of India and World
• General Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
• Current National and International Events
• Sports and Awards
• Books and Authors

Hindi Language & Comprehension

• Vyakaran (Grammar): Sandhi, Samas, Prefix-Suffix, Synonyms, Antonyms
• Comprehension passages
• Sentence formation and error detection
• Idioms and Phrases (Muhavare aur Lokoktiyan)
• Hindi literature and famous poets/writers
• Fill in the blanks and sentence improvement

Child Psychology & Development

• Principles of child development (0-6 years)
• Stages of child development: Physical, Cognitive, Emotional, Social
• Individual differences among children
• Learning theories and their application
• Play and its importance in learning
• Assessment and evaluation in early childhood
• Special needs children and inclusive education
• Role of family and community in child development

Teaching Aptitude & Pedagogy

• Concept of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)
• National Education Policy 2020 and pre-primary education
• Teaching methods for young children
• Activity-based learning and play-way method
• Classroom management techniques
• Teaching-learning materials and resources
• Communication skills for teachers
• Child-centered and progressive education
• Role of ECCE educator

General Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Analogies and Classifications
• Series completion (Number, Letter, Figure)
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction and Distance
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Puzzle solving
• Statement and Conclusions
• Data Interpretation (basic)

General Awareness (Uttar Pradesh)

• History and Culture of Uttar Pradesh
• Geography and Rivers of UP
• Important cities and districts
• Famous personalities from UP
• Government schemes in UP
• Economic and Social development of UP
• Administrative structure of UP
• Folk dances, festivals and traditions

Salary Structure

Typical / Indicative salary for ECCE Educator in UP Basic Education:

Other Benefits: Medical facilities, Leave Travel Allowance (LTA), Annual increments, Provident Fund (GPF/EPF), Gratuity on retirement.

Note: Actual salary depends on 7th Pay Commission implementation in UP and current DA rates. Salary may vary based on posting location.

ECCE Educators can progress to Senior ECCE Educator positions with experience of 5-7 years and good performance records. With additional qualifications like B.Ed or D.El.Ed, they can transition to primary teacher positions in government schools. Further growth includes roles as Block Resource Coordinator, Academic Resource Person, or positions in District Education Department with relevant examinations and experience.

Admit cards will be released approximately 7-10 days before the examination date on the official recruitment portal. Candidates must download the admit card using their registration number and date of birth. No physical admit cards will be sent by post. The admit card contains examination centre details, reporting time, and important instructions that must be followed on exam day.

Results will be declared within 30-45 days after the written examination on the official website. Candidates can check their results by entering registration number and date of birth. The result will display marks obtained, qualifying status, and merit position. Shortlisted candidates will be notified separately for document verification through registered email and SMS.

Typical / Indicative cutoff marks for ECCE Educator positions range between 40-50% for General category, 35-40% for OBC, and 30-35% for SC/ST categories based on previous district-level recruitments in UP. Cutoff varies based on number of applicants, difficulty level of exam, and total vacancies. Category-wise merit lists are prepared separately, and candidates scoring above cutoff in their respective categories are called for further stages.

Examination Centres

Exam centres will primarily be located within Shahjahanpur district and nearby districts of Uttar Pradesh.

Likely centres:

• Primary Centre: Shahjahanpur (district headquarters)
• Nearby options: Bareilly, Hardoi, Lakhimpur Kheri, Sitapur, Pilibhit

Candidates may be allotted centres based on availability and administrative convenience. Specific centre allocation will be mentioned on the admit card. Requests for centre change are generally not entertained.