UPTET 2026 Online Form – Notification, Important Dates, Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Apply Online
Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026 notification was released on 20 March 2026 by UPESSC. Online applications are open from **27 March 2026 to 26 April 2026**. The examination will be conducted on **2nd, 3rd & 4th July 2026**.
Short Information: UPTET is a mandatory qualifying test for candidates who want to become teachers in government primary and upper primary schools in Uttar Pradesh. Qualifying UPTET gives a lifetime validity certificate as per NCTE guidelines.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 20 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 27 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment & Correction | 01 May 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation | 22 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 30 June 2026 |
| UPTET Exam Date 2026 | 02, 03 & 04 July 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | To be announced |
| Final Result Declaration | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category | One Paper | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1000/- | ₹1200/- |
| SC / ST | ₹500/- | ₹800/- |
| PwD (Divyang) | ₹300/- | ₹600/- |
Fee can be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or SBI E-Challan.
Eligibility Criteria
| Level | Educational Qualification (NCTE Norms) |
|---|---|
| Primary Level (Paper 1) Class 1–5 |
• Graduation + D.El.Ed / BTC (Passed or Final Year Appearing) • Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed (Passed or Appearing) • Graduation with 45% marks + B.Ed (relaxation for reserved categories) • 10+2 with 50% + 4-year B.El.Ed |
| Junior Level (Paper 2) Class 6–8 |
• Graduation / Post Graduation with 50% marks + B.Ed • Graduation / Post Graduation + 2-year BTC • 10+2 with 50% + 4-year B.L.Ed or B.Sc.Ed • Graduation with 45% + B.Ed (as per NCTE) |
Age Limit: Minimum 18 years. No upper age limit.
Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
UPTET 2026 Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Paper 1 (Primary) | Paper 2 (Junior) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Questions | 150 | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 | 150 |
| Duration | 2 Hours 30 Minutes | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Negative Marking | No Negative Marking | No Negative Marking |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper / OMR) | Offline (Pen & Paper / OMR) |
Subject-wise Marks Distribution
| Subject | Paper 1 Marks | Paper 2 Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Hindi) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (English / Urdu / Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 60 (Maths & Science) |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | – |
| Social Studies | – | 60 (Option) |
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Percentage | Minimum Marks (Out of 150) |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 60% | 90 Marks |
| SC / ST / PwD | 55% | 83 Marks |
Benefits of Qualifying UPTET 2026
Qualifying UPTET allows candidates to:
- Apply for Assistant Teacher recruitment in UP Basic Education Department
- Appear in Super TET and other teacher recruitment exams
- Get lifetime validity certificate (as per current NCTE rules)
- Increase chances in private schools and coaching institutes
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit official website: upessc.up.gov.in or uptet.upessc.org |
| 2 | Complete One Time Registration (OTR) |
| 3 | Login and fill UPTET 2026 Application Form |
| 4 | Upload Photo, Signature & Documents |
| 5 | Pay Application Fee |
| 6 | Submit and take printout of confirmation page |
Documents Required
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| Photograph | Recent passport size (JPEG, max 50KB) |
| Signature | Scanned signature (JPEG, max 20KB) |
| Educational Certificates | Marksheets & Degree certificates |
| Category Certificate | SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD (if applicable) |
| ID Proof | Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID etc. |
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
| Apply Online | Apply Online Now |
| Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Syllabus PDF | Download Syllabus PDF |
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