The official exam schedule for the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026 has been released for July 2, 3, and 4, 2026. Review the official notice and essential exam details provided below.
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has officially confirmed the UPTET Exam Date 2026, alongside the release of the notification PDF on their official portal, https://upessc.up.gov.in. According to the official announcement, the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026 will be held across July 2, 3, and 4, 2026. Aspiring teachers are advised to mark their calendars and streamline their study plans accordingly.
UPTET Exam Date 2026 Notice
The official notification outlines the revised exam schedule for UPTET 2026, as well as upcoming teacher recruitment and assistant professor examinations conducted by the UPESSC. A screenshot of the official exam date notification is provided below for your reference.
UP TET Exam Shift Timing
The UPTET 2026 examination will be conducted in an offline format over multiple days. The exam features two shifts: Paper 1 (Primary Level) and Paper 2 (Upper Primary Level). The morning session runs from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM, while the afternoon session is scheduled from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM, with bilingual (English and Hindi) question papers provided.
- Morning Shift: 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Evening Shift: 2:30 PM-5:00 PM
Important Dates for UPTET 2026 Exam
| Events | Dates |
| Notification Release Date | 20 March 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 27 March 2026 |
| Apply Online End Date | 3 May 2026 |
| Admit Card | June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 2, 3 and 4 July 2026 |
UPTET 2026 Exam Pattern
Since the exam pattern for Paper 1 and Paper 2 of UPTET 2026 varies, candidates are encouraged to align their preparation with the official syllabus guidelines.
Paper 1 Exam Pattern for Primary Stage (class 1 to class 5)
| Topics | No of Questions | Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I (Hindi) | 30 | 30 |
| Language II (English/ Urdu/ Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper 2 Exam Pattern for Junior Level Teachers (Class 6 to 8)
| Topics | No of Questions | Marks |
| Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Languages I | 30 | 30 |
| Language II | 30 | 30 |
| Science and Mathematics (OR) Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
FAQs
Is UPTET offline or online?
The UPTET 2026 exam will be held in a traditional offline (pen and paper) mode.
How many papers are there in UP TET exam?
Candidates have the option to appear for either Paper 1, Paper 2, or both, depending on their eligibility and career objectives.
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