UPTET 2026 Uttar Pradesh teacher Eligibility Test
UPTET 2026 exam Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching posts in Classes 1 to 8 across the state. This exam provides a great opportunity for aspiring teachers to secure a government teaching career with job stability and growth. Qualified candidates become eligible for recruitment in primary and upper primary schools and contribute to the education system in Uttar Pradesh.
Advertisement No : 01/26(UPTET)
Last Date : 26 April 2026
Application Fee
- General / OBC/ EWS : ₹1000
- SC/ST :₹500
- PH :₹300
Payment Mode Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, Wallet, etc.)
Age Limit
- Minimum Age : 18 Yrs
- Maximum Age : 35 Yrs
Age Relaxation (SC/ST/OBC/Special Category)
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 27 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 26 March 2026
- Correction Date : 01 May 2026
- Exam Date: 2,3,4 July 2026
Important Lnks
- Visit Official Website : Click Here
- Down lode Notification : Click Here
- Apply Online : Click Here
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UPTET Exam Pattern 2026
Simple • Clear • Student Friendly
Exam Mode
Offline (Pen & Paper)
Total Papers
Paper I & Paper II
Total Questions
150 MCQs
Total Marks
150 Marks
Duration
2 Hours 30 Minutes
Marking Scheme
+1 Correct
0 Wrong
Qualifying Marks
General: 90 (60%)
Reserved: 82 (55%)
Paper I (Class 1–5)
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 |
| Language I (Hindi) | 30 |
| Language II | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 |
Paper II (Class 6–8)
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 |
| Language I (Hindi) | 30 |
| Language II | 30 |
| Maths & Science / Social Studies | 60 |
Note: You can appear in one or both papers.
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UPTET Eligibility 2026
Languages: Hindi, English, Urdu, Sanskrit
Primary Level (Class I–V)
- Bachelor Degree + DELED (Final Year allowed)
- Bachelor Degree with 50% marks + B.Ed
- Bachelor Degree with 45% marks + B.Ed (NCTE norms)
- 12th with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed
- Check official notification for more details
Junior Level (Class VI–VIII)
- Bachelor/Master Degree with 50% marks + B.Ed
- Bachelor/Master Degree + BTC (2-year training)
- 12th with 50% marks + B.El.Ed (4-year)
- 12th with 50% marks + B.Sc.Ed
- Bachelor Degree with 45% marks + B.Ed (NCTE norms)
- Check official notification for more details
Detailed Syllabus – UPTET 2026 (Paper 1 & 2)
👶 Child Development & Pedagogy
Child Development
- Meaning, need, scope, stages
- Physical, mental, emotional, social development
- Creativity and expression
- Heredity & environment
Learning & Theories
- Thorndike, Pavlov, Skinner, Piaget, Vygotsky
- Learning curve & difficulties
Teaching
- Teaching methods, principles, micro-teaching
Inclusive Education
- Special needs, guidance & counselling
📝 Language 1 – Hindi
- अपठित गद्यांश
- वर्णमाला, वाक्य रचना
- संधि, समास, अलंकार
- पर्यायवाची, विलोम
- संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, क्रिया
- भाषा विकास एवं शिक्षण
🌐 Language 2
- Parts of speech
- Tenses, articles, punctuation
- Active & passive voice
- Comprehension
📐 Mathematics
- Number system, LCM, HCF
- Algebra, geometry
- Profit & loss, SI
- Statistics, probability
🌍 Environmental Studies
- Family, food, shelter
- Plants & animals
- Environment & conservation
- Transport, communication
🔬 Science
- Living & non-living
- Human body
- Force, motion, energy
- Environment & resources
🌏 Social Studies
- History (Ancient–Modern)
- Geography (Earth, climate)
- Civics (Constitution, democracy)
What is UPTET 2026 exam?
UPTET 2026 is the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test conducted by UPESSC. It is mandatory for candidates who want to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in Uttar Pradesh.
Is UPTET mandatory for teacher jobs?
Yes, qualifying UPTET is compulsory to become eligible for teaching posts in primary (Class 1–5) and upper primary (Class 6–8) schools in Uttar Pradesh.
What is the exam date of UPTET 2026?
UPTET 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted on 2nd, 3rd and 4th July 2026 as per the official notification.
What is the exam pattern of UPTET?
The exam consists of 150 MCQs for 150 marks. Subjects include Child Development, Language 1, Language 2, Mathematics/Science or Social Studies. Each question carries 1 mark.
Is there negative marking in UPTET?
No, there is no negative marking in the UPTET exam. Candidates are encouraged to attempt all questions.
What is the duration of UPTET exam?
The duration of the UPTET exam is 150 minutes (2.5 hours).
What is the qualifying marks for UPTET?
General category candidates need 60% (90 marks out of 150). Reserved categories need 55% (82 marks).
What is the application fee for UPTET 2026?
The application fee is ₹1000 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹500 for SC/ST, and ₹300 for PwD candidates (per paper).
What is the validity of UPTET certificate?
The UPTET certificate is valid for lifetime once you qualify the exam.
Can I apply for both Paper 1 and Paper 2?
Yes, candidates can apply for both Paper 1 (Class 1–5) and Paper 2 (Class 6–8) in a single application if they meet eligibility criteria.
What is the mode of UPTET exam?
The exam is conducted in offline mode using OMR sheets.
Does UPTET guarantee a government job?
No, UPTET only makes candidates eligible for teaching jobs. Final selection depends on recruitment exams and processes.