Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) Application 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has officially released a notification for the Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET)-2026. The Online application starts from 27 March 2026. Interested candidates can fill out the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) online form till 26 April 2026. Interested candidates should check the eligibility criteria, age limit, and selection process before applying.
Quick Overview
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Post Name | Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET)-2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 01/UPTET/2026 |
| Location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 26 April 2026 |
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 27 March 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 26 April 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 26 April 2026 |
| Application Correction Last Date | 1 May 2026 |
| Exam Date | 2, 3 & 4 July 2026 |
| Exam City Details | 22 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Date | 30 June 2026 |
Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) Application Fee
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- Gen, EWS, OBC: Rs. 1000/-
- SC, ST:Â Rs. 500/-
- PH:Â Rs. 300/-
- The candidates are required to deposit the requisite examination fees online via internet banking or a debit or credit card.
Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) Age Limit
Age Limits As of 1 August 2026
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- Minimum Age: NA
- Maximum Age: NA
- Age Calculator
- Age Relaxation is Applicable as per the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) Recruitment 2026.
Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) Vacancy Details
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Who Should Apply for Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET)?
A. Level-I-For becoming a Teacher for Classes I-V: Primary Teacher (PRT)
- Passed Graduation Examination from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and passed or appearing in the final year of a two-year D.El.Ed (B.T.C) from an institution affiliated to the Government of Uttar Pradesh after recognition by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). Or
- Passed Graduation Examination from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and passed or appeared in the final year of the two-year B.T.C. of untrained/graduate Shikshamitras through distance education method. Or
- Passed Graduation from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC and passed or appearing in the final year of a two-year Diploma in Education (D.Ed.) from an Institution recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), / two year Diploma in Education (D.Ed. Special Education) from an Institution recognized by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). Or
- Graduated from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and passed or appearing in the final year of specialized B.T.C training recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education operating in Uttar Pradesh. Or
- Graduated from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and passed or appeared in the final year of the two-year B.T.C. Urdu Special Training conducted in Uttar Pradesh. Or
- Graduation from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and passed or appearing in the final year of Diploma in Teaching from Aligarh Muslim University. Or
- Graduated from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and holder of Maulvi-e-Urdu degree from Aligarh Muslim University before 11.98.1997 (for Urdu teacher). Or
- Intermediate or its equivalent with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of the 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.).
B. Level-2-For becoming a Teacher for Classes VI-VIII: Upper Primary Teacher
- Passed Graduation Examination from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and passed or appearing in the final year of a two-year D.El.Ed (B.T.C) from an institution affiliated to the Government of Uttar Pradesh after recognition by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). Or
- Graduation or Post Graduation with minimum 50% marks from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and passed or appearing in the final year
- Graduation or Post Graduation with minimum 45% marks from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) as per the National Council for Teacher Education (Recognition, Norms and Procedure) Regulations issued from time to time in this regard. Or
- Graduation or Post Graduation with minimum 50% marks from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and passed or appearing in the final year of B.Ed. in Pedagogy (Special Education) from an Institution recognized by NCTE/Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). Or
- Intermediate or its equivalent with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of a 4-year B.Ed/B.A.B.Ed from an NCTE/UGC recognized institution. Or
- Intermediate or its equivalent with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of the 4-year B.Sc.Ed/B.Sc.B.Ed. course from an NCTE/UGC recognized institution. Or
- Intermediate or its equivalent with at least 50% marks and passed or appearing in the final year of the 4-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed.). Or
- Graduation with at least 50% marks from a University/College established by law and recognized by UGC, and passed or appearing in one year of B.Ed. (Special Education) recognized by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI).
Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) Selection Process
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- Written Exam
- Document Verification
- Merit List
Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) Exam Pattern
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- A written Exam wiil of conducted. It has 150 MCQs of 150 marks. The exam duration is 150 minutes.
- For Paper I & Paper II Details Exam Pattern, Click Here
How to Apply for Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026
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- Go to the official website or the link given in the link section.
- To get registered, the candidate will enter details such as name, e-mail, category, and mobile number.
- Registered Candidate Log in using their Registration Number and Date of Birth, and fill in all required personal details.
- The candidate has filled in their Educational qualifications, Address, and other details requested.
- Upload photo, signature, and other details in JPG OR PDF Format.
- Make an online payment.
- Ensure the fee submission is completed and finalised.
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Apply Online | Click Here |
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| Syllabus & Exam Pattern | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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Source: Information is taken from the official notification released by the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board.