UPTET Recruitment 2026: Apply Now, Notification, Eligibility & Last Date
Post Date:Pradeep 27 March 2026
Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) has released the official notification for UPTET 2026 Apply Online: Eligibility, Age Limit, Important Dates & Full Details. will be filled through this recruitment. Interested candidates can apply online before the last date.
Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | UPTET |
| Level | Primary Level & Upper Primary Level |
| Application Mode | Online |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 27 March 2026 |
| Last Date | 26 April 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee (Paper-I) | Application Fee (Paper-II) |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 1000/- |
| SC / ST | Rs.500/- | Rs.500/- |
| Divyang (PwD) | Rs. 300/- | Rs. 300/- |
Age Limit
- As per rules UPTET
UPTET Eligibility
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Paper-I (Class 1-5):
- 12th Passed with minimum 50% marks
- 4 Years B.El.Ed OR
- Candidates must have a Bachelor Degree with D.El.Ed / Special D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed
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Paper-II (Class 6-8):
- Candidates must have a Bachelor Degree with minimum 50% marks
- 2 Year D.El.Ed / B.Ed / Special B.Ed OR
- 12th Passed with minimum 50% marks along with B.El.Ed / B.Sc Ed / B.Sc B.Ed
Selection Process
- Offline
UPTET Exam Pattern Paper-I (Class 1-5)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 02:30 Hours |
| Language-I (Hindi) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language-II (English / Urdu / Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 | |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 | |
| Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
UPTET Exam Pattern Paper-II (Class 6-8)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 | 02:30 Hours |
| Language-I (Hindi) | 30 | 30 | |
| Language-II (English / Urdu / Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 | |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Science / Social Studies | 60 | 60 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Document Scan and Upload
- Photo(20kb–50kb)
- Signature (10 KB – 20 KB)
- Educational Certificate
UPTET Salary
- Primary Teacher (Class 1–5): ₹35,000 to ₹40,000 per month.
- Upper Primary Teacher (Class 6–8): ₹40,000 to ₹45,000 per month.
How to Apply
- Detailed Guidelines/Procedures
- Application Registration
- Payment of Fee
- Document Scan and Upload.
- Submit the form and take a printout.
Important Links
Apply Now Download Notification Download Syllabus Primary Download Syllabus Upper Primary Official WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - UPTET 2026
Q1. What is UPTET?
UPTET Full Form is (Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test) is a state-level exam conducted to determine eligibility for teaching jobs in primary Teacher(Class 1th to 5th) and upper primary Teacher (Class 6th to 8th) schools.
Q2. Who can apply for UPTET 2026?
Candidates should have passed 12th or Graduation with required qualifications like D.El.Ed, B.Ed, or B.El.Ed can apply.
Q3. What is the age limit for UPTET?
The minimum age is 18 years. Please Check the official notification.
Q4. What is the application fee for UPTET 2026?
The fee ranges from General / EWS / OBC ₹1000 to SC / ST ₹500 depending and Divyang (PwD) ₹300 on category and number of papers applied.
Q5. How many papers are there in UPTET?
There are two papers: Paper-I (for Class 1th to 5th) and Paper-II (for Class 6th to 8th).
Q6. What is the exam duration?
The duration of each paper is 02:30 Hours.
Q7. What is the validity of the UPTET certificate?
The UPTET certificate is valid for a lifetime.
Q8. Is UPTET compulsory for teaching jobs in UP?
Yes, qualifying UPTET is mandatory for applying to government teaching jobs in Uttar Pradesh(UP).