UPTET (Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test)

UPTET 2026 (UTTAR PRADESH TEACHER ELIGIBILITY TEST)

The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026, conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board (UPBEB), serves as a mandatory qualifying exam for aspiring teachers in Uttar Pradesh government schools for Classes 1-5 (Paper 1) and Classes 6-8 (Paper 2).

 Exam will be conduct in offline OMR mode, it features two papers of 150 MCQs each (150 marks, 2.5 hours, no negative marking), bilingual in Hindi/English.

Eligibility requires Indian citizenship, minimum age 18 (upper limit 35 for General with relaxations), and NCTE-recognized qualifications: Paper 1 needs 12th (50%) + 2-year D.El.Ed/BTC; Paper 2 requires Graduation (50%) + B.Ed. A 5% marks relaxation applies for reserved categories.

The syllabus aligns with NCERT Class 1-8: Paper 1 covers Child Development & Pedagogy (learning theories like Piaget/Skinner), Language I (Hindi), Language II (English/Urdu/Sanskrit), Mathematics (numbers/geometry), and Environmental Studies (family/environment). Paper 2 substitutes EVS with 60 MCQs in Maths/Science or Social Studies.

Application opens soon at updeled.gov.in: register with personal details, upload photo/signature, pay fees (Rs 600/Rs 1200 General one/both papers; lower for reserved), and submit—correction window follows. Admit cards release mid-January; carry with photo ID, report 1 hour early—no electronics allowed.

If you are planning to apply for UPTET 2026, this article will help you understand the eligibility, syllabus, important dates, and exam pattern in a simple and clear way.

UPTET 2026 Exams Highlights

UPTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

UPTET is administered at two levels:

Classes from 1 to 5 in Paper 1 (Primary Level)

 Eligibility:

• Candidates must hold a B.Ed. or D.El.Ed. (BTC) degree.
• Candidates in their final year of these classes are also qualified.

Classes 6–8 are eligible for Paper 2 (Upper Primary Level).

Eligibility:

• Bachelor's degree with a B.Ed., D.El.Ed., or B.El.Ed. credential.
• Graduation requires a minimum of 50% (for general category).

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UPTET 2026 Application Process

UPTET 2026 application process is fully online at updeled.gov.in in three parts: registration, form filling, and fee payment/submission.

• Go to updeled.gov.in, the official website.
• Select "UPTET 2026 Registration."
• Enter your basic information, attach files, and take a picture.
• The application cost can be paid online.
• For future use, print off the confirmation page.

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UPTET 2026 Admit card

The UPTET Admit Card will be made available about 10 days before the test.  The hall pass must be downloaded by candidates and brought to the testing locations.

Steps to download UPTET Admit Card

 The UPTET Call letter can be downloaded by candidates in the following way:

• Go to updeled.gov.in
• Select the link to download the admission card.
• Enter your login credentials.
• After downloading it, print it out.

UPTET 2026 Syllabus

UPTET 2026 syllabus covers two papers: Paper 1 (Classes 1-5) with Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I (Hindi), Language II (English/Urdu/Sanskrit), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies; Paper 2 (Classes 6-8) adds Mathematics/Science or Social Studies instead of EVS.

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UPTET 2026 Exam Pattern

UPTET 2026 exam pattern includes two offline papers (OMR-based, bilingual Hindi/English): Paper 1 (Classes 1-5, 150 MCQs/150 marks, 2.5 hours) and Paper 2 (Classes 6-8, 150 MCQs/150 marks, 2.5 hours); no negative marking.

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UPTET 2026 Result

The UPTET 2026 results are announced online on the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board's (UPBEB) official website. Paper 1 and Paper 2 results for UPTET 2026 will be made public. To download their results, candidates must enter their roll number.

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UPTET 2026 Preparation Tips

UPTET 2026 preparation focuses on NCERT Class 1-8 syllabus with 5-6 hours daily: master CDP (child psychology/theories), practice EVS/Maths PYQs, and timed mocks.

Brief Tips

• Plan: 6 months—theory (NCERT notes), practice (30Q/subject daily), mocks (weekly); revise flashcards for pedagogy/GK.
• Resources: NCERT books, Lucent GK, RS Aggarwal Maths, Arihant PYQs—solve 10+ years' papers.
• Strategy: Prioritize CDP (50% repeats), grammar/comprehension (Languages), data/geometry (Maths); analyze mock errors.
• Last Month: Full mocks (2.5 hrs), no new topics, short notes revision for 130+ score.

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UPTET 2026 Counseling

UPTET 2026 has no counseling process. It is a qualifying eligibility test; qualifiers receive a lifetime certificate from UPBEB 1 month post-results (March/April 2026) for applying to UP teacher jobs (Classes 1-8)

UPTET 2026 General Instructions

1. Admit Card & Documents

• Mandatory: Print the admit card from updeled.gov.in and carry a valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Driving License).
• Check Details: Ensure your name, photo, exam center, and timings are correct.
• Keep Copies: Carry at least one spare printout of the admit card.

2. Reporting & Timing

• Arrival: Reach the exam center at least 1 hour before reporting time.
• Late Entry: No candidate will be allowed after gate closure.
• Exit: Leaving the hall before the exam ends is not permitted.

3. Dress Code & Allowed Items

• Simple Clothing: Avoid metallic items, jewelry, or accessories.
• Allowed: Admit card, photo ID, transparent water bottle, and a passport-size photo.
• Stationery: Pen/pencil will be provided at the center.
• Not Allowed: Mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches, notes, books, or bags.

4. Exam Hall Rules

• Seating: Sit only at the assigned desk.
• Instructions: Follow invigilator directions carefully.
• Answering: Use the OMR sheet properly; darken circles completely.
• Rough Work: Only on the sheets provided by the center.
• Discipline: Misconduct may lead to disqualification.

5. Special Guidelines

• Biometric Verification: Fingerprint and photo verification may be done.
• PwD Candidates: Extra time and facilities as per UPBEB rules.
• Health Safety: Follow any updated advisories (mask, sanitizer if required).

UPTET 2026 Exam FAQs

Q1. Who conducts the exam?

Ans. Conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board (UPBEB). It is a state-level eligibility test for teaching positions in UP schools.

Q2. What is the purpose of UPTET?

Ans. To certify eligibility of candidates for teaching posts in primary (Classes 1–5) and upper primary (Classes 6–8) schools in Uttar Pradesh. Qualifying UPTET is compulsory for recruitment as a teacher in government schools.

Q3. What is the eligibility criteria?

Ans. Paper I: Graduation + D.El.Ed (or equivalent). Paper II: Graduation + B.Ed (or equivalent). Final-year students in these courses may also apply.

Q4. What is the exam pattern?

Ans. Exam pattern for UPTET includes-

• Paper I: 150 MCQs (Child Development, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies).
• Paper II: 150 MCQs (Child Development, Language I, Language II, Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies).
• Duration: 2.5 hours each paper.

Q5. How long is the UPTET certificate valid?

Ans. Lifetime validity (as per latest updates). Qualifying UPTET allows candidates to apply for teaching posts anytime.