UPTET 2026 Notification Short Summary: Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the UPTET 2026 notification. This exam is required for candidates who want to become teachers in primary and upper primary schools in Uttar Pradesh. Interested candidates can apply online once the application link is active.
UPTET 2026 Notification Overview
| Details |
Information |
| Department |
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Official Advt. |
01/UPTET/2026 |
| Total Posts To Recruit |
Qualifying Exam (Eligibility Certificate) |
| Job Location |
Uttar Pradesh |
| Last Date to Apply |
To Be Updated |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Job Web Portal |
https://sarkariresultexaminfo.one |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Notification Release |
2026 |
| Application Start |
To Be Updated |
| Last Date to Apply |
To Be Updated |
| Exam Date |
2026 |
| Result Date |
To Be Updated |
Application Fee
| Category |
One Paper |
Both Papers |
| General / OBC / EWS |
₹600/- |
₹1200/- |
| SC / ST |
₹400/- |
₹800/- |
| PwD |
₹100/- |
₹200/- |
Age Limit
| Criteria |
Details |
| Minimum Age |
18 Years |
| Maximum Age |
No Upper Limit |
Age Relaxation
| Category |
Relaxation |
| Reserved Categories |
As per UP Government Rules |
Vacancy Details – UPTET 2026 Eligibility
| Paper |
Level |
Qualification |
| Paper I |
Primary (Class 1–5) |
12th with 50% marks + D.El.Ed/BTC |
| Paper II |
Upper Primary (Class 6–8) |
Graduation + B.Ed/D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed |
Category Wise Qualifying Marks
| Category |
Minimum % |
Passing Marks |
| General |
60% |
90 Marks |
| OBC / SC / ST |
55% |
82 Marks |
How Can You Apply For UPTET 2026
- Visit the official UPESSC website
- Click on UPTET 2026 application link
- Register using basic details
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee online
- Submit the form and take printout
Important Links of UPTET 2026
FAQs of UPTET 2026
Q1. Is UPTET 2026 mandatory for teaching jobs?
Yes, it is required for teaching jobs in Uttar Pradesh.
Q2. Is there negative marking in UPTET?
No, there is no negative marking.
Q3. What is the validity of the certificate?
The certificate is valid for lifetime.
Q4. Can I apply for both papers?
Yes, you can apply for both papers by paying the required fee.
Q5. What is the minimum qualification?
12th with diploma for primary and graduation with B.Ed for upper primary.