UP TET 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has officially released the notification for the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UP TET) 2026. This state-level examination is the mandatory qualifying test for aspirants as teachers in primary (Classes 1-5) and upper primary (Classes 6-8) government schools across Uttar Pradesh. The online application process is set to begin on March 27, 2026. Under the new commission (UPESSC), the exam is expected to be more streamlined. Whether you are a fresh B.Ed/D.El.Ed graduate or an experienced candidate, this is your gateway to the next Super TET and permanent teaching Govt Jobs. Below, we have detailed the complete schedule, eligibility criteria, and paper-wise exam patterns.
Overview of UP TET 2026 Examination
| Details | Information |
| Exam Conducting Body | U.P. Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Exam Name | Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UP TET) 2026 |
| Advt. No. | 01/UPTET/2026 |
| Level of Exam | State Level (Uttar Pradesh) |
| Exam Date | 02 – 04 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online Form |
Important Dates
- Official Notification Out: 20 March 2026
- Online Application Starts: 27 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 03 May 2026 (11:59 PM) Ext.
- Correction Window: Available until 08 May 2026
- UP TET Exam Date: 02, 03, & 04 July 2026
- Exam City Announcement: 22 June 2026
- Admit Card Release: 30 June 2026
Application Fees (Single Paper)
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹1000/-
- SC / ST: ₹500/-
- PH (Divyang): ₹300/-
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
Qualification Details
- Paper-I (Class 1-5) : 12th Passed (50% Marks), 04 Years B.El.Ed OR Any Bachelor Degree, D.Ed / Special D.Ed / B.El.Ed.
- Paper-II (Class 6-8) : Bachelor Degree with (50% Marks), 2 Year D.El.Ed / B.Ed / Special B.Ed OR 12th Class Passed (50% Marks), with B.El.Ed / BS.C Ed / BS.C B.Ed.
Paper-I (Primary) Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development & Pedagogy (CDP) | 30 | 30 |
| Language-I (Hindi) | 30 | 30 |
| Language-II (English / Urdu / Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper-II (Upper Primary) Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development & Pedagogy (CDP) | 30 | 30 |
| Language-I (Hindi) | 30 | 30 |
| Language-II (English / Urdu / Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 |
| Subject Oriented (Math & Science OR Social Studies) | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
How to Fill UP TET Online Form 2026?
- Visit the official portal at updeled.gov.in.
- Click on the “UP TET 2026 Registration” link.
- Step 1: Fill in your primary registration details and verify your mobile/email.
- Step 2: Fill in educational qualifications and choose your exam center cities.
- Step 3: Pay the application fee based on your category and paper selection.
- Step 4: Upload scanned documents (Passport size photo and signature).
- Step 5: Final submit and print the confirmation page for your records.
Important Links
| Content | Dates | Link |
| Fill Online Form | 27/03/2026 | Apply Now |
| Corregindum Notice | 24/03/2026 | Download |
| Full Notification | 20/03/2026 | Download |
| Official Website | 20/03/2026 | Visit Now |
FAQs – UP TET 2026
No, there is no negative marking in either Paper-I or Paper-II. Candidates are encouraged to attempt all 150 questions.
Following the central government’s guidelines, the UP TET qualifying certificate is now valid for a Lifetime.
Yes, candidates meeting the eligibility for both levels can apply for both papers. You will need to select the “Both Papers” option and pay the combined fee.
General category candidates need at least 60% (90/150 marks), while OBC/SC/ST/PH candidates need 55% (82/150 marks) to qualify.