UPTET 2026 Notification (UP Teacher Eligibility Test 2026): Check Details

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

UPTET 2026 Important Dates

UPTET 2026 Application Fee

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)

Paper II (Upper Primary: Class 6-8)

Exam Details:

• Duration: 150 Minutes
• Type: MCQs
• Negative Marking: No

How to Apply for UPTET 2026

Candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website of UPESSC
2. Complete One Time Registration (OTR)
3. Fill the UPTET 2026 application form
4. Upload required documents
5. Pay application fee
6. Submit and take printout

UPTET 2026 Important Links