The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026 notification has been released by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC). This examination determines eligibility for candidates who want to become Primary (Class 1–5) and Upper Primary (Class 6–8) teachers in government and aided schools across Uttar Pradesh.
UPTET 2026 Overview
- Exam Name: Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET)
- Conducting Authority: UPESSC
- Notification Release Date: 20 March 2026
- Application Mode: Online
- Exam Mode: Offline (OMR Based)
- Certificate Validity: Lifetime
UPTET 2026 Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Release |
20 March 2026 |
| Application Start Date |
27 March 2026 |
| last date to Apply |
26 April 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date |
26 April 2026 |
| Correction Window |
01 May 2026 |
| Exam City Release |
22 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release |
30 June 2026 |
| Exam Date |
02 – 04 July 2026 |
Application Fee Details
| Category |
Single Paper |
Both Papers |
| General / OBC / EWS |
₹600 |
₹1200 |
| SC / ST |
₹400 |
₹800 |
| PwD |
₹100 |
₹200 |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- No Maximum Age Limit
- Unlimited Attempts Allowed
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 with 50% marks + D.El.Ed
- OR 10+2 with 50% marks + B.El.Ed
- OR Graduation + D.El.Ed
- OR Graduation + BTC / Special BTC
- Graduation + D.El.Ed
- OR Graduation + B.Ed
- OR Graduation with 50% marks + B.El.Ed
- OR Graduation + Special Education Degree
UPTET 2026 Exam Pattern
Paper I Structure
| Subject |
Marks |
| Child Development & Pedagogy |
30 |
| Language I |
30 |
| Language II |
30 |
| Mathematics |
30 |
| Environmental Studies |
30 |
| Total |
150 |
Paper II Structure
| Subject |
Marks |
| Child Development & Pedagogy |
30 |
| Language I |
30 |
| Language II |
30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Science |
60 |
| Total |
150 |
Each question carries 1 mark and there is no negative marking in UPTET 2026.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category |
Marks Required |
| General |
90 Marks (60%) |
| Reserved Category |
82 Marks (55%) |
UPTET 2026 Selection Process
- Written Examination (Paper I / Paper II)
- Eligibility Certificate Issued After Qualification
- Final Assistant Teacher Recruitment Conducted Separately
Mandatory One Time Registration (OTR)
UPESSC has introduced a One Time Registration (OTR) system for UPTET 2026. Candidates must complete OTR before filling the application form, otherwise their application will not be accepted.
Documents Required for Application
- Passport size photograph
- Signature scan
- Educational qualification certificates
- Identity proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID)
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply Online for UPTET 2026
- Visit official UPESSC website
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Select UPTET 2026 application link
- Fill personal details carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee online
- Submit application and download confirmation page
Qualifying UPTET makes candidates eligible for teacher recruitment but does not guarantee appointment.
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