Every cycle of news + important dates we've captured for Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET), oldest cycles at the bottom. Live information is on the main exam page; this archive preserves what each previous cycle officially announced.
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission is expected to release UPTET 2026 results in the third or fourth week of August at upessc.up.gov.in. Over 19.94 lakh candidates appeared for the exam held July 2-4, 2026.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
According to the official notification released in March 2026, the UPTET 2026 cycle received a total of 19,94,661 application forms, representing a decline compared to earlier recruitment years.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
The UPTET 2026 examination for Paper 1 (Primary) and Paper 2 (Upper Primary) was conducted from July 2-4, 2026, in multiple shifts. This is the first UPTET cycle after a gap of nearly five years since 2021.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
UPESSC released the provisional answer key on July 8, 2026, allowing candidates to raise objections until July 14 midnight. The final answer key will be published alongside the result declaration.
Archived 23 Aug 2026
UPESSC has released the provisional answer key for UPTET 2026 Paper 1 and Paper 2. Candidates can raise objections through the official website until July 14, 2026 (midnight). The result is expected by end of July or early August 2026.
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Following the conclusion of the three-day exam, UPESSC is expected to release the provisional answer key on upessc.up.gov.in by July 10, 2026. Candidates can submit objections by paying ₹500 per question with valid academic proof.
Archived 28 Jul 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 was conducted from July 2-4, 2026 in offline OMR mode across 955 exam centres in 75 districts. Approximately 20 lakh candidates appeared for Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Archived 28 Jul 2026
UPTET 2026 marks the first exam cycle since 2021, with nearly 20 lakh registrations. Candidates who qualify will receive a lifetime valid UPTET certificate for teaching positions in UP government schools.
Archived 28 Jul 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 was conducted from July 2-4, 2026 in offline mode for Paper 1 (Primary) and Paper 2 (Upper Primary). Nearly 19,94,661 candidates had registered for this cycle, marking a decline from previous years.
Archived 20 Aug 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission released UPTET 2026 admit cards on June 30, ahead of the July 2-4 exam dates. Candidates downloaded hall tickets using registration number and OTP from the official portal.
Archived 28 Jul 2026
UPESSC released the UPTET 2026 admit cards on June 30, allowing candidates to download their hall tickets from the official website ahead of the three-day examination scheduled from July 2-4.
Archived 20 Aug 2026
After nearly four years, UPTET notification was officially released on March 20, 2026. The application process ran from March 27 to May 3, with correction window open till May 8. Qualified candidates receive a lifetime-valid certificate.
Archived 20 Aug 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board (UPBEB) is anticipated to release the official notification for UPTET 2026 in the coming weeks. The exam typically follows an annual cycle with applications opening in late spring or early summer. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
UPBEB has confirmed that the UPTET 2026 will continue to follow the established two-paper format. Paper 1 is for classes I-V teacher positions and Paper 2 for classes VI-VIII, each comprising 150 multiple-choice questions. The exam will be conducted in offline mode across multiple districts of Uttar Pradesh.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Analysis of the last UPTET cycle indicates a marginal improvement in pass rates across both papers. UPBEB attributes this to enhanced preparation resources and clearer syllabus guidelines provided to candidates. The validity of UPTET certification remains lifetime for qualified candidates.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
UPBEB has announced improvements to the examination center allocation system for UPTET 2026, aiming to assign candidates to centers closer to their preferred districts. The board emphasizes that while preferences will be considered, final allocation depends on center capacity and regional distribution requirements.
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Result declaration expected
Fri, 23 Oct, 2026Final results usually announced 4-6 weeks after the examination
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Answer key release (provisional)
Mon, 21 Sept, 2026Released within a week of exam for candidate verification
Archived 5 Jul 2026
📍UPTET 2026 examination date (Paper 1 & 2)
Sun, 13 Sept, 2026Both papers typically conducted on the same day in multiple shifts
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Admit card download begins
Sat, 29 Aug, 2026Available on official UPBEB website approximately 2 weeks before exam
Archived 5 Jul 2026
UPTET 2026 result announcement (expected)
Tue, 25 Aug, 2026Result expected in third/fourth week of August 2026 at upessc.up.gov.in
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Result announcement expected
Fri, 14 Aug, 2026Expected in August 2026
Archived 28 Jul 2026
Result announcement (expected)
Fri, 7 Aug, 2026UPTET 2026 results likely by end of July or early August 2026
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Application form correction window
Sat, 25 Jul, 2026Limited period for candidates to edit submitted details
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Last date for online application submission
Wed, 15 Jul, 2026Application window typically remains open for 3-4 weeks
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Provisional answer key objection deadline
Tue, 14 Jul, 2026Last date to raise objections against answer key (July 14, midnight)
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Answer key objection deadline
Tue, 14 Jul, 2026Last date to submit objections was July 14, 2026 (midnight)
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Provisional answer key expected
Fri, 10 Jul, 2026Expected around July 10, 2026
Archived 28 Jul 2026
Provisional answer key released
Wed, 8 Jul, 2026UPESSC published provisional answer key on July 8, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍UPTET Exam Day 3
Sat, 4 Jul, 2026July 4, 2026 - Paper 1 & Paper 2 in two shifts
Archived 28 Jul 2026
📍UPTET Exam Day 3 (Paper 1 & 2)
Sat, 4 Jul, 2026July 4, 2026 - Final day of examination
Archived 20 Aug 2026
📍UPTET 2026 Exam Day - Paper 1 & 2 (Day 3)
Sat, 4 Jul, 2026Final day of UPTET examination on July 4, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍UPTET Exam Day 2
Fri, 3 Jul, 2026July 3, 2026 - Paper 1 & Paper 2 in two shifts
Archived 28 Jul 2026
📍UPTET Exam Day 2 (Paper 1 & 2)
Fri, 3 Jul, 2026July 3, 2026 - Second day of examination
Archived 20 Aug 2026
📍UPTET 2026 Exam Day - Paper 1 & 2 (Day 2)
Fri, 3 Jul, 2026Second day of UPTET examination on July 3, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
📍UPTET Exam Day 1
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026July 2, 2026 - Paper 1 & Paper 2 in two shifts
Archived 28 Jul 2026
📍UPTET Exam Day 1 (Paper 1 & 2)
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026July 2, 2026 - First day of offline examination
Archived 20 Aug 2026
📍UPTET 2026 Exam Day - Paper 1 & 2 (Day 1)
Thu, 2 Jul, 2026First day of UPTET examination on July 2, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Admit card released
Tue, 30 Jun, 2026Released on June 30, 2026 via upessc.up.gov.in
Archived 28 Jul 2026
Admit card release
Tue, 30 Jun, 2026UPTET 2026 admit cards available for download
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Admit card release
Tue, 30 Jun, 2026UPTET 2026 admit cards made available on June 30, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application portal opens (anticipated)
Mon, 15 Jun, 2026Online registration window usually opens in mid-June
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Official notification release expected
Tue, 26 May, 2026UPBEB typically announces UPTET details in late May or early June
Archived 5 Jul 2026
Correction window closes
Fri, 8 May, 2026Final date for application corrections and fee reconciliation
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Application last date (extended)
Sun, 3 May, 2026Extended deadline: May 3, 2026
Archived 28 Jul 2026
Application deadline (extended)
Sun, 3 May, 2026Last date to submit application form extended to May 3, 2026
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Application deadline
Sun, 26 Apr, 2026Last date to submit UPTET 2026 application form was April 26, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application window opened
Wed, 22 Apr, 2026Online registration began March 27, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
UPTET 2026 notification released
Wed, 22 Apr, 2026Official notification published by UPESSC on March 20, 2026
Archived 23 Aug 2026
Application window opens
Mon, 30 Mar, 2026Online application process begins at updeled.gov.in
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Notification released
Mon, 30 Mar, 2026UPTET 2026 official notification published by UPESSC
Archived 20 Aug 2026
Application portal opened
Fri, 27 Mar, 2026Online applications commenced on March 27, 2026
Archived 28 Jul 2026
UPTET 2026 notification released
Fri, 20 Mar, 2026Official notification by UPESSC on March 20, 2026
Archived 28 Jul 2026
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