UPTET 2026 Notification: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission has released the official notification for UPTET 2026 through Advertisement No. 01/UPTET/2026. This exam is conducted for candidates who want to become teachers for Classes 1 to 8 in Uttar Pradesh schools.
The online application process for UPTET 2026 will start from 27 March 2026 and the last date to apply is 26 April 2026. The exam will be conducted on 02, 03 & 04 July 2026 in multiple shifts across the state. Candidates must check eligibility and apply online through the official website.
UPTET 2026 Overview
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UP Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 01/UPTET/2026 |
| Mode of Apply | Online |
| Exam Level | State Level |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Total Papers | Paper I & Paper II |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
UPTET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 20 March 2026 |
| Apply Start Date | 27 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 April 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 26 April 2026 |
| Correction Last Date | 01 May 2026 |
| Exam City Info | 22 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 30 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 02, 03 & 04 July 2026 |
UPTET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Paper I Fee | Paper II Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1000 | ₹1000 |
| SC / ST | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| PwD | ₹300 | ₹300 |
UPTET 2026 Qualification
For Paper I (Class 1 to 5)
- Graduation + D.El.Ed (BTC) OR
- Graduation + B.Ed OR
- 12th with 50% + 4 Year B.El.Ed OR
- Equivalent qualification recognized by NCTE
For Paper II (Class 6 to 8)
- Graduation + B.Ed OR
- Graduation with 50% + B.Ed OR
- 4 Year Integrated B.A/B.Sc B.Ed OR
- Equivalent qualification
UPTET 2026 Age Limit
There is no specific age limit mentioned for UPTET. Candidates must fulfill educational eligibility criteria.
UPTET 2026 Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Written Examination (Paper I / Paper II)
- Certificate Qualification (No direct job guarantee)
Note: UPTET is only an eligibility test. It does not guarantee a teaching job.
UPTET 2026 Exam Pattern
Paper I (Primary Level: Class 1-5)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Hindi) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper II (Upper Primary: Class 6-8)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Exam Details:
- Duration: 150 Minutes
- Type: MCQs
- Negative Marking: No
How to Apply for UPTET 2026
Candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of UPESSC
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
- Fill the UPTET 2026 application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit and take printout
UPTET 2026 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| UPTET 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| UPTET 2026 Official Notification | Notification |
| UPESS Official Website | UPESSC |