The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026 notification has been officially released. The UP Basic Education Board (UPBEB) has announced that the online application process for UPTET 2026 will begin on 27 March 2026 on the official website. Candidates who wish to teach in primary and upper‑primary government and aided schools in Uttar Pradesh can now prepare to apply through the UPTET portal.
UPTET 2026 – Key Highlights
- Exam conducting body: Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board (UPBEB)
- Exam name: Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026
- Exam level: State‑level teaching eligibility test for UP
- Application start date: 27 March 2026
- Expected exam dates: Likely in July 2026 (tentative, as per previous cycles)
- Application mode: Online only (via official UP TET / updeled portal)
Who Can Apply – UPTET Eligibility 2026
Nationality and Domicile
- Candidates must be Indian citizens or fall under permitted categories (such as persons of Indian origin, subjects of Nepal, Bhutan, etc., as per government norms).
- Preference in many cases is given to candidates with Uttar Pradesh domicile, especially for government school posts.
Age Limit
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Maximum age (general category): Up to 35 years (exact range may vary slightly by source; some states now remove upper age limit, subject to UPBEB rules)
- Relaxation in upper age limit is provided for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH/divyang candidates as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.
Educational Qualification
UPTET 2026 has different eligibility criteria for Paper I (Primary: Class 1–5) and Paper II (Upper Primary: Class 6–8):
- For Paper I (Primary Level)
- Must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with at least 45–50% marks (as per existing norms).
- Must be pursuing or have passed a D.El.Ed (Diploma in Elementary Education), BTC, or equivalent course recognized by NCTE / UP council.
- For Paper II (Upper Primary Level)
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree (BA/B.Sc/B.Com or equivalent) in any stream from a recognized university, usually with minimum 50% marks.
- Must have completed or be appearing in B.Ed / B.Ed (Special Education) / B.Sc.Ed / B.A.Ed or other NCTE‑recognized teacher training courses.
How to Apply for UPTET 2026
- Visit the official website
- Go to the UPBEB / UPTET‑dedicated portal:
- https://updeled.gov.in (or the link mentioned in the latest UPTET 2026 notification).
- Go to the UPBEB / UPTET‑dedicated portal:
- Check the notification
- Open the “UPTET 2026 Notification / Advertisement” PDF and read eligibility, exam pattern, and syllabus carefully.
- Register and fill the form
- Click on the “Apply Online” / “UPTET 2026 Registration” link.
- Create a new account with basic details, then fill the application form:
- Personal information, category, contact details, address, and exam centre preference.
- Upload documents
- Upload scanned copies of:
- Photo, signature, Class 10/12 certificate, graduation marksheet, D.El.Ed / B.Ed certificate (as applicable), category certificate, and ID proof.
- Upload scanned copies of:
- Pay the application fee
- Pay the fee online (via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI) as per your category (general, SC/ST/OBC/EWS, PH, etc.).
- Exact fee amount will be mentioned in the official UPTET 2026 notification.
- Submit and print
- Double‑check all entries, preview the form, and submit.
- Download and print the application confirmation or PDF for future use.
Direct Apply Link
Candidates can apply for UPTET 2026 once the portal opens from 27 March 2026 on the official UP TET‑related website.
- Official UPTET / UPBEB portal:
https://updeled.gov.in
(Always check the latest UPTET 2026 notification for the exact apply link and instructions.)
Exam Pattern and Qualifying Marks (Overview)
- Mode: Offline / OMR‑based (CBT in some future editions may be possible; follow latest notification).
- Duration: 2.5 hours per paper.
- Type: Objective‑type, multiple‑choice questions (MCQs).
- Subjects (Paper I): Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics, Environmental Studies.
- Subjects (Paper II): Child Development & Pedagogy, Language I, Language II, Mathematics & Science OR Social Science (as applicable).
- Qualifying marks: Generally 60% or above in UPTET to obtain a valid TET certificate; exact percentage may vary slightly by year and category.
