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UPTET
UPTET 2026 exam held; Shishya's tracker has no announced date for the next exam yet. UPTET Paper I - Primary Level: 150 questions, 150 marks, 150 minutes, no negative marking (UPESSC advertisement, 20 Mar 2026). Official site: upessc.up.gov.in.
Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET)
UP TET Paper I (Class 1-5) + Paper II (Class 6-8). 150 MCQs in 2.5 hours.
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Child DevelopmentIn a primary classroom, children from different socio-economic backgrounds show varying levels of language proficiency and general knowledge. This observation best illustrates which principle of child development?
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UPTET eligibility
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- Education
- Paper 1 (Class 1-5): 12th 50% + D.El.Ed. (BTC) OR Bachelor's + 2-year D.El.Ed. Paper 2 (Class 6-8): Bachelor's + B.Ed. OR equivalent.
- Candidates must have Hindi as a compulsory subject for both papers.
- Final-year B.Ed./D.El.Ed. candidates may appear.
- Attempts
- Unlimited.
- Nationality
- Indian citizen; UP-domicile preferred for subsequent recruitment but UPTET itself open to all.
UPTET cutoffs
Historical cutoffs are a guide, not a prediction. Use them to set a realistic target, not to predict next year's exact number.
Qualifying marks (UPTET certificate)
out of 150 marks per paperValidity of UPTET certificate is lifelong (aligned with the 2021 NCTE change for CTET).
| Year | Category | Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | General | 90/150 (60%) |
| 2024 | OBC / SC / ST / PwBD | 82-83/150 (55%) |
Source: official ↗ · as of 2026-05.
UPTET salary after selection
Approximate starting gross at an X-class (metro) posting. Actual pay depends on post, city, year of joining and prevailing DA.
Assistant Teacher — Primary (Class 1-5) in UP Basic Education
- Basic pay
- ₹35,400 (entry, Pay Level 6 equivalent under UP pay matrix)
- Gross monthly
- ₹45,000 – ₹52,000 (depending on posting)
- Perks
- DA as per UP govt
- HRA
- Medical reimbursement
- Pension under UP State NPS
Source: official ↗ · as of 2026-05.
Assistant Teacher — Upper Primary (Class 6-8)
- Basic pay
- ₹44,900 (entry, Pay Level 7 equivalent)
- Gross monthly
- ₹56,000 – ₹65,000
Source: official ↗ · as of 2026-05.
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Previous year papers
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2025
20 PYQ-pattern questions modelled on the 2025 paper (which had 150)
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20 PYQ-pattern questions modelled on the 2024 paper (which had 150)
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20 PYQ-pattern questions modelled on the 2023 paper (which had 150)
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20 PYQ-pattern questions modelled on the 2022 paper (which had 150)
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20 PYQ-pattern questions modelled on the 2021 paper (which had 150)
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Practice by subject & topic
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Child Development and Pedagogy
28 QsLanguage I — Hindi
20 QsLanguage II — English
20 QsMathematics
79 QsEnvironmental Studies
77 QsMathematics and Science (Paper II)
110 QsSocial Studies (Paper II)
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Average score
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Top score
100%
What can I get from UPTET?
Mock-score → expected rank → likely outcome. Use the mocks below to find your current band, then plan how many marks you need to climb.
Excellent score — Top tier
90–100% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Top merit category for all UP Basic Education Department recruitments
- •Highly competitive for Principal and Headmaster positions (with experience)
- •Strong profile for Navodaya Vidyalaya TGT/PGT positions
- •Eligible for State Resource Group positions in SCERT UP
- •Consider CTET for All-India central school opportunities
- •May apply for Block Resource Coordinator and Cluster Resource Coordinator roles
Very good score — High merit range
80–89% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Highly competitive for Assistant Teacher posts in urban districts (Lucknow, Noida, Ghaziabad, Kanpur)
- •Strong candidacy for Government Inter Colleges TGT positions
- •Eligible for DIET (District Institute of Education and Training) lecturer positions with additional qualifications
- •Competitive advantage in Super TET (for contractual to regular conversion)
- •Consider Central Government teaching positions (NVS, KVS, Army Public Schools)
Good score — Competitive for most posts
70–79% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •Strong position for Assistant Teacher (Primary/Upper Primary) in Basic Education Board
- •Eligible for Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) positions in government-aided schools (with B.Ed)
- •Competitive for Navodaya Vidyalaya and Kendriya Vidyalaya TGT posts (subject to NVS/KVS exams)
- •Good prospects in municipal corporation schools across UP districts
- •Consider applying for Model Schools and Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas
Just qualified — Certificate awarded
60–69% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
- •UPTET certificate valid for lifetime (as per 2021 amendment)
- •Eligible for Class I-V (Primary) or Class VI-VIII (Upper Primary) teaching posts in UP government schools
- •Competitive for Assistant Teacher positions in rural/semi-urban Basic Shiksha Parishad schools
- •May face competition in urban district TET-based recruitments
- •Supplement with B.Ed/D.El.Ed if not already completed
Below qualifying threshold
0–59% · Post-based exam (no numeric rank)
AI-curated from historic cut-off patterns. Always verify with the latest official notification before making decisions.
News & timeline
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Following the release of UPTET final answer key, the result and merit list will be declared. Candidates who qualify will receive lifetime-valid UPTET eligibility certificates.
UPESSC is expected to release UPTET 2026 results in August 2026. The provisional answer key was released on July 8, and candidates could raise objections until July 14. The final answer key and result are awaited.
UPESSC released the provisional answer key for Paper 1 and Paper 2 on July 8, 2026. The objection window was open from July 8 to July 14, 2026. Candidates could compare their responses and raise objections via the official portal.
The UPTET 2026 exam was conducted on July 2, 3, and 4, 2026, across 955 examination centres covering 60 districts of Uttar Pradesh. Nearly 20 lakh candidates had applied for the examination.
Important dates
Provisional Answer Key released
passedWed, 8 Jul, 2026
Reportedpw.livePaper 1 and Paper 2 provisional answer keys released; objection window July 8-14
UPTET — notification expected
passedNo official date yet — the expected notification date has passed
ExpectedUPTET 2026 Result (expected)
passedNo official date yet — the expected result date has passed
ExpectedUPESSC expected to release results in August 2026; exact date not announced
Reported dates are not yet checked against an official notice. Confirm on the official website before you act.
Syllabus
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Child Development and Pedagogy
Child Development
Concept and principles of child development relevant to the primary and upper-primary stage.
Learning Theories and Pedagogy
Approaches and theories explaining how children learn.
Inclusive Education and CWSN
Addressing diverse learners and children with special needs.
Assessment and Evaluation
Forms and methods of assessment in school education.
Pedagogical Concerns
Teaching-learning approaches in primary and upper-primary classrooms.
Language I — Hindi
Language Comprehension
Unseen prose and poetry passages with comprehension, grammar and vocabulary questions.
Hindi Grammar (Vyakaran)
Hindi grammar fundamentals as per primary and upper-primary syllabus.
Pedagogy of Hindi Language Development
Hindi-specific pedagogical concepts at primary and upper-primary stages.
Language II — English
Mathematics
Number System
Whole numbers, place value, four basic operations and Indian currency.
Factors, Multiples, HCF and LCM
Prime/composite numbers, divisibility, HCF and LCM.
Fractions and Decimals
Proper, improper, mixed fractions, decimals and operations on them.
Rational Numbers (Class 6–8)
Operations on rational numbers, properties and representation on number line.
Exponents and Powers
Laws of exponents, square and cube roots, scientific notation.
Algebra
Algebraic expressions, linear equations, identities, factorisation.
Ratio, Proportion and Percentage
Unitary method, ratio, proportion, percentage and applications.
Profit, Loss and Simple Interest
Profit/loss, discount, simple interest and compound interest basics.
Geometry
Lines, angles, triangles, quadrilaterals, circles and constructions.
Mensuration
Perimeter, area and volume of plane figures and solid shapes.
Symmetry and Reflection
Line symmetry, rotational symmetry and reflection in mirrors.
Data Handling
Tally marks, pictographs, bar graphs, pie charts and mean/median/mode.
Measurement
Length, weight, capacity, time and temperature in standard units.
Pedagogical Issues in Mathematics
Mathematics-specific teaching, evaluation and remediation methods.
Environmental Studies
Family and Friends
Family structures, relationships, animals, plants and friends in the child's surroundings.
Food
Sources of food, nutrients, balanced diet, food preservation and deficiency diseases.
Shelter
Houses across regions, building materials and shelter for animals.
Water
Sources of water, water cycle, conservation, scarcity and water-borne diseases.
Travel
Modes of transport, road, rail, water and air; communication systems.
Things We Make and Do
Local crafts, occupations and products of UP regions.
Body and Health
Body parts, organs, hygiene, immunisation and common diseases.
Plants and Animals
Plant parts, photosynthesis, life cycle of animals and adaptations.
Weather, Air and Sky
Air, weather elements, seasons, solar system basics.
Our Country — India and UP
States, capitals, major rivers, monuments and cultural heritage of UP.
Governance and Constitution
Panchayati raj, municipalities, state and central government, basics of the Constitution.
Environment Protection
Pollution, conservation, government schemes and sustainable development.
Pedagogical Issues in EVS
EVS-specific pedagogy and integration with science and social studies.
Mathematics and Science (Paper II)
Matter and Materials
States of matter, mixtures, separation, acids/bases/salts and chemical changes.
Living World
Cells, tissues, plant nutrition, transport and reproduction in plants.
Human Body and Health
Digestive, respiratory, circulatory, excretory and nervous systems; nutrition and diseases.
Microorganisms
Bacteria, viruses, fungi, useful and harmful microbes.
Motion and Force
Types of motion, force, friction and Newton's laws (introductory).
Work, Energy and Sound
Forms of energy, conservation, sound production and propagation.
Light
Rectilinear propagation, reflection, refraction and image formation by mirrors/lenses.
Electricity and Magnetism
Electric current, circuits, magnets, electromagnets and applications.
Natural Resources
Air, water, soil, coal, petroleum, conservation and pollution.
Environment and Ecosystem
Ecosystem components, food chains, biodiversity and environmental issues.
Pedagogical Issues in Science
Nature of science, aims of teaching, lab work, problem-solving, evaluation and remedial teaching.
Number System (Class 6–8)
Integers, rational numbers, real numbers, square/cube roots, exponents.
Algebra (Class 6–8)
Algebraic expressions, identities, linear equations in one/two variables, factorisation.
Geometry (Class 6–8)
Triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, constructions and Pythagoras theorem.
Mensuration (Class 6–8)
Area, perimeter, surface area and volume of 2D and 3D figures.
Commercial Mathematics
Profit/loss, discount, simple and compound interest, banking basics.
Statistics and Probability
Data representation, mean/median/mode, introduction to probability.
Pedagogical Issues in Mathematics
Mathematics curriculum, language of mathematics, evaluation and remedial teaching.
Social Studies (Paper II)
Ancient India
Stone Age, Indus Valley Civilisation, Vedic period, Mahajanapadas and Mauryan empire.
Medieval India
Delhi Sultanate, Vijayanagara, Mughal empire, bhakti and sufi movements.
Modern India
Advent of Europeans, British rule, 1857 revolt, freedom struggle and independence.
History of Uttar Pradesh
Major events, dynasties and freedom-movement contributions of UP.
Earth as a Planet
Solar system, latitudes, longitudes, motions of the Earth, time zones.
Physical Geography of India
Major landforms, climate, rivers, soils and natural vegetation.
Resources and Agriculture
Natural resources, agriculture, industries and trade in India and UP.
World Geography
Continents, oceans, important countries and physical features.
Indian Constitution
Preamble, fundamental rights and duties, Directive Principles.
Indian Government and Democracy
Parliament, executive, judiciary, elections and democracy.
Local Self-Government
Panchayati raj, municipalities and urban local bodies in UP.
United Nations and International Organisations
UN, its organs and major international organisations.
Basic Economics
Concepts of demand, supply, market, money and banking.
Indian Economy and Development
Five-year plans, sectors of the economy, agriculture, industry and services.
Environmental Issues
Pollution, climate change, conservation and sustainable development.
Home Science
Nutrition, child care, family and household management as per UP syllabus.
Pedagogical Issues in Social Studies
Pedagogy specific to Social Studies at upper-primary level.