We have compiled the UP PGT Question Paper 2026 for all subjects. Access the direct download links below to review the official question papers and evaluate the exam patterns.
The UP PGT Written Examination 2026 was successfully held on May 9th and 10th to fill 624 Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) vacancies. The exam covered 18 core subjects, including English, Civics, Mathematics, Economics, Sanskrit, Psychology, Chemistry, Geography, Hindi, and Fine Arts. In this guide, we provide subject-specific question papers from all four shifts. Please scroll down to find and download the PDF for your subject.
UP PGT Question Paper 2026 Out
Conducted in an offline OMR-based format, the UP PGT Exam 2026 took place in two daily sessions: the morning shift (9:30 AM – 11:30 AM) and the afternoon shift (2:30 PM – 4:30 PM). Whether you appeared for this year's exam or are preparing for the next cycle, downloading these question papers is essential for analyzing the difficulty level and understanding the topic-wise mark distribution.
Official data shows that 1,92,934 candidates (41.53% of applicants) appeared for the 624 vacancies across all four shifts. The UP PGT Answer Key 2026 was officially released on May 12th, 2026.
| UPESSC PGT Question Paper 2026- Overview | |
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Exam Name | UG PGT Exam 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR-Based) |
| Candidates Appeared | 1,92,934 (41.53%) |
| Type of Question | Objective-type questions |
| Total Question | 125 |
| Exam Date | 9 & 10 May 2026 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Total Marks | 425 |
| Marks for Each Correct Answer | +3.4 marks |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Subjects | General Knowledge, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, and Concerned Subject |
UP PGT 10 May Question Paper 2026 PDF
The examination was conducted in two daily shifts to accommodate various subjects. With the testing process now complete, we have organized the UP PGT Question Papers in the subject-wise table provided below for your reference.
| UP PGT 10 May Paper 2026 PDF (Subject-wise) |
| UP PGT Civics Paper PDF |
| UP PGT Hindi Paper PDF |
| UP PGT Geography Paper PDF |
| UP PGT Economics Paper PDF |
| UP PGT Arts Paper PDF |
| UP PGT Sanskrit Paper PDF (to be shared soon) |
| UP PGT Psychology Paper PDF (to be shared soon) |
| UP PGT Chemistry Paper PDF (to be shared soon) |
UP PGT Question Paper 2026 PDF (9 May)
The UP PGT Question Paper 2026 consists of 125 objective-type questions, with each question carrying 3.4 marks. Candidates were given a 2-hour duration to complete the paper. You can download the PDF for your specific subject using the links provided below.
UP PGT Exam Analysis 2026
Based on initial feedback from candidates who sat for the exam on May 9th, the overall difficulty level was assessed as Moderate to Difficult.
| Subjects | Difficulty Level |
| Conceptual Questions | Moderate to Difficult |
| Fact-Based Questions | Moderate |
| Numerical Questions | Difficult |
| Time Management | Difficult |
| Overall Exam Level | Moderate to Difficult |
| Physics Paper Level | Difficult to Very Difficult |
UP PGT Exam 2026 Statistics
On May 9th, 2026, the PGT exams were held for Physical Science, Biology, Home Science, History, and Education, with 89,766 candidates appearing. The May 10th session, covering Civics, Mathematics, Economics, Sanskrit, Psychology, Chemistry, Geography, Hindi, and Arts, saw an attendance of 1,03,168 candidates.
| Exam Date | Total Appeared Candidates | Attendance (Male) | Attendance (Female) |
| 9th May 2026 | 89,766 | 42.26% | 34.89% |
| 10th May 2026 | 1,03,168 | 49.08% | 41.92% |
| Total | 1,92,934 | 41.53% (overall) | |
UP PGT 2026 Exam Schedule
| Exam Day and Date | Shifts | Time | Subject Name |
| 09 May 2026 (Saturday) | Shift 1 | 09:30 am – 11:30 am | Physics |
| Biology | |||
| Home Science | |||
| History | |||
| Education | |||
| Shift 2 | 02:30 pm– 04:30 pm | English | |
| Agriculture | |||
| Commerce | |||
| Sociology | |||
| 10 May 2026 (Sunday) | Shift 1 | 09:30 am – 11:30 am | Civics |
| Mathematics | |||
| Economics | |||
| Sanskrit | |||
| Psychology | |||
| Shift 2 | 02:30 pm – 04:30 pm | Chemistry | |
| Geography | |||
| Hindi | |||
| Arts |
UP PGT Question Paper Structure 2026
The following section outlines the structural breakdown of the Uttar Pradesh PGT 2026 Examination.
- Type of Question: Objective-type questions
- Total Question: 125
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Marks: 425
- Marks for Each Correct Answer: +3.4 marks
- Negative Marking: No
- Subjects: General Knowledge, English Language, Quantitative Aptitude and Concerned Subject
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Expected Minimum Qualifying Marks | Expected Qualifying Percentage |
| General (UR) | 40% | 40% |
| OBC | 35% | 35% |
| SC | 35% | 35% |
| ST | 35% | 35% |
| PwD | 35% | 35% |
FAQs
What is the difficulty level of UP PGT Question Paper 2026?
The overall difficulty of the UP PGT 2026 question paper has been categorized as Moderate.
How many questions asked in UP PGT Question Paper 2026?
The UP PGT examination comprised 125 objective-type multiple-choice questions.
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