The UPTET 2026 examination serves as a critical gateway for aspiring educators across the state. Conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), official UPTET cut-off lists are not separately released since it is an eligibility examination rather than a competitive ranking exam. Instead, candidates must attain predetermined minimum qualifying marks to successfully clear UPTET 2026 and receive the official UPTET Certificate.
Importantly, the UPTET Certificate holds lifetime validity, providing long-term career stability for successful candidates. Furthermore, there is no negative marking policy implemented in the UPTET examination 2026, allowing candidates to attempt all questions without penalty.
UPTET 2026 Category-Wise Minimum Qualifying Marks
To clear the examination, candidates must achieve the category-specific passing percentage. General (UR) category candidates require a minimum passing percentage of 60%, which is 90 out of 150 marks. Meanwhile, Other Backward Class (OBC), Schedule Caste (SC), and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates require a minimum passing percentage of 55%, which is 82 out of 150 marks.
| Category | Minimum Passing % | Minimum Passing Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 60% | 90/150 |
| Other Backward Class (OBC) | 55% | 82/150 |
| Schedule Caste (SC) | 55% | 82/150 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 55% | 82/150 |
Structure of Paper I and Paper II
The examination is divided into two distinct levels. Paper I covers Class 1 to 5 (Primary level), while Paper II covers Class 6 to 8 (Upper Primary level). Identical qualifying cut-off standards apply to both Paper I and Paper II.
| Paper | Level | General (UR) | SC/ST/OBC/PwD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Class 1 to 5 (Primary) | 90 Marks (60%) | 82 Marks (55%) |
| Paper II | Class 6 to 8 (Upper Primary) | 90 Marks (60%) | 82 Marks (55%) |
Factors Affecting UPTET Passing Marks
Several dynamics influence candidate evaluation and scoring outcomes:
- Number of Candidates: Higher competition may increase the number of students scoring near the qualifying mark.
- Difficulty Level of the Paper: If UPTET is tougher, the overall number of qualifiers may decrease.
- Marks obtained in the exam: Whether the candidates’ marks are high or low, it encourages the board to set the cut-off marks accordingly.
- Reservation Policies: Reserved category relaxations can increase the number of total qualifiers.
How to Check UPTET Cut Off Marks 2026
- Visit the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) at https://www.upessc.up.gov.in/.
- Click on the ‘UPTET Cut Off Marks 2026’ link on the homepage.
- The cut off list appears in PDF format.
- Check category-wise qualifying marks at the end of the district merit list.
- Download and save the cut-off PDF for future reference.
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