UPTET 2026 Notification is finally out, and if you are dreaming of becoming a teacher in Uttar Pradesh, this is your golden opportunity! The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the detailed booklet for the UP Teacher Eligibility Test 2026. Whether you are aiming to teach primary classes (1 to 5) or upper primary classes (6 to 8), you need to clear this test to be eligible for future teaching jobs. This article breaks down everything you need to know in a very simple way—from important dates and application fees to eligibility criteria and exam patterns. Let’s dive right in so you can start preparing without any confusion!
UPTET 2026 Notification Overview
Criteria
Details
Exam Name
Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026
Conducting Authority
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
One Time Registration (OTR) completion is mandatory.
Age Proof
High School (10th) Certificate for Date of Birth.
Educational Proof
Marksheets and Degrees for Graduation, B.Ed/D.El.Ed, etc. (Self-attested copies when asked).
Category Certificate
Valid Caste/Category certificate if claiming reservation (Only for UP Domicile).
Media
Scanned clear Photograph and Signature (Do not upload wrong photos).
UPTET 2026 Notification Syllabus Overview
Subject
Topics Covered
Primary Level (Paper 1)
Child Development & Pedagogy (30 MCQs), Hindi Language (30 MCQs), 2nd Language: English/Urdu/Sanskrit (30 MCQs), Mathematics (30 MCQs), Environmental Studies (30 MCQs).
Upper Primary Level (Paper 2)
Child Development & Pedagogy (30 MCQs), Hindi Language (30 MCQs), 2nd Language: English/Urdu/Sanskrit (30 MCQs), Math & Science OR Social Studies (60 MCQs).
The UPTET 2026 online registration starts on March 27, 2026, and the last date to apply is April 26, 2026. The exam is scheduled to be held on July 2, 3, and 4, 2026.
Who is eligible to apply for UPTET 2026?
Candidates with a Graduation degree and a 2-year D.El.Ed (BTC) or B.Ed are eligible. For the primary level, 12th pass with a 4-year B.El.Ed is also accepted.
What is the application fee for UPTET 2026?
The fee per paper is Rs. 1000 for General/OBC/EWS, Rs. 500 for SC/ST, and Rs. 300 for PH (Divyang) candidates. Payment can be made online.
Is there any negative marking in the UPTET 2026 exam?
No, there is no negative marking in UPTET 2026. Candidates receive 1 mark for every correct answer out of a total of 150 questions.
What are the qualifying marks for UPTET 2026?
General category candidates must score at least 90 marks (60%), while SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH candidates need 82 marks (55%) to pass the exam.
What is the validity of the UPTET certificate?
The UPTET qualifying certificate is now valid for a lifetime. Once you pass, you can use the certificate to apply for teacher recruitment at any time.
How can I apply for the UPTET 2026 exam?
Eligible candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) and then fill out the application form on the official website www.upessc.up.gov.in before April 26, 2026.
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