1. 🧭 Introduction

The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) is the state-level eligibility examination conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board (UPBEB) for candidates seeking to become teachers in primary (Classes 1–5) and upper-primary (Classes 6–8) schools in Uttar Pradesh. It ensures that only qualified applicants are eligible to apply for teaching posts in the state’s government and aided schools.

For the UPTET 2026 cycle, the syllabus and exam pattern have been updated to reflect the latest guidelines and norms.

Qualifying UPTET is a mandatory eligibility criterion; it does not guarantee a job by itself but enables you to apply for teaching vacancies. Candidates who clear any one (Paper I or Paper II) or both can teach accordingly.

2. ✅ Selection Process

Here is the overall selection process for UPTET 2026:

Application & Eligibility – Candidates submit their online application for UPTET when the official notification is released. They must satisfy age, educational qualification (e.g., B.Ed., D.El.Ed. etc) and other eligibility criteria as specified.
Uptet Examination – The candidate appears for either or both of the following papers:
- Paper I: For teaching classes 1–5
- Paper II: For teaching classes 6–8
Result & Certificate Issuance – Candidates who score equal to or above the minimum qualifying marks (see section 5) are declared eligible. The UPBEB issues a UPTET eligibility certificate that is generally valid for lifetime.
Teacher Recruitment – After UPTET eligibility, the candidate may apply for teacher recruitment in schools. The recruitment process may include further steps like interview, document verification, merit list, etc. (Note: UPTET itself is not a recruitment test, but an eligibility test.)

3. 📘 Exam Pattern

Paper I – Primary Level (Classes 1–5)

Section	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Child Development & Pedagogy	30	30	2 h 30 m
Language I (Hindi)	30	30	—
Language II (English / Urdu / Sanskrit)	30	30	—
Mathematics	30	30	—
Environmental Studies	30	30	—
Total	150	150	150 min

Key points:

Each question carries 1 mark.
No negative marking.

Paper II – Elementary Level (Classes 6–8)

Section	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
Child Development & Pedagogy	30	30	2 h 30 m
Language I (Hindi)	30	30	—
Language II (English / Urdu / Sanskrit)	30	30	—
(a) Mathematics & Science OR (b) Social Studies/Social Science	60	60	—
Total	150	150	150 min

Key points:

Again, each question = 1 mark; no negative marking.
The 60-question section depends on which subject you aim to teach (Maths & Science or Social Studies).

4. 🧠 Detailed Section-wise Syllabus

Paper I (Primary Level – Classes 1 to 5)

Child Development & Pedagogy

Concept of growth and development of children (physical, mental, social, emotional)
Principles of learning; factors affecting learning (environment, heredity)
Theories of learning & teaching (e.g., Piaget, Vygotsky, Skinner)
Understanding children with special needs, inclusive education, classroom management

Language I (Hindi)

Grammar, vocabulary, spelling, sentence formation
Comprehension passages
Language teaching methodology: role of listening, speaking, reading, writing
Pedagogy of Hindi language teaching

Language II (English / Urdu / Sanskrit)

For English: parts of speech, tenses, voice, direct-indirect speech, comprehension
Pedagogy of English language
For Urdu/Sanskrit: grammar, comprehension passages, vocabulary, literary works

Mathematics

Number system, operations, fractions, decimals
Geometry & shapes, measurement (area, volume), data handling
Basic algebra, ratio & proportion, percentage, simple & compound interest
Pedagogical issues in teaching mathematics to young learners

Environmental Studies (EVS)

Family and friends; food and nutrition; shelters & water; things we make and do
Environment around us: plants, animals, air, water, weather
Traffic, communication, sports & sportsmanship
Introduction to constitution, administration at a basic level

Paper II (Elementary Level – Classes 6 to 8)

Child Development & Pedagogy

Similar to Paper I but with focus on older children (6-8 years), cognitive & social development
Inclusive education, guidance & counselling
Learning theories, teaching-learning process in adolescent stage

Language I (Hindi)

Advanced grammar, comprehension, unseen passages, literature, language pedagogy

Language II (English / Urdu / Sanskrit)

Similar advanced topics for chosen language; teaching methodology included

Mathematics & Science (for Maths/Science teacher)

Mathematics: Number system, algebra, geometry, mensuration, statistics; teaching issues
Science: Food, materials, living world, environment, natural phenomena, resources, magnetism, sound, etc.; pedagogical aspects

Social Studies / Social Science (for Social Studies teacher)

History, geography, civics, political science, physical education, home science, environment, music/horticulture (basic)
Methodological aspects of teaching Social Studies in classes 6-8

5. 🏁 Final Selection & Weightage

The UPTET is an eligibility test — the score you obtain qualifies you for teacher recruitment processes in UP.
For each paper, the full marks are 150.
There is no negative marking for wrong answers.
The minimum qualifying marks (cut-off) typically are:
- General category: 60% (i.e., 90 marks out of 150)
- Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD): may be 55%.
Once you obtain the certificate, you are eligible for applying to teaching posts; final appointment will depend on separate recruitment rules (merit, preference, DMC, etc.).

6. 💡 Practical Preparation Tips

Here are actionable strategies to crack UPTET 2026:

Understand the pattern & syllabus thoroughly — Use the tables and syllabus above to map out your preparation.
Create a realistic study plan — For example, allocate daily slots for each section: CDP, Languages, Maths/Science/EVS/Social. Prioritize your weaker areas first.
Refer to NCERT textbooks — The syllabus mentions NCERT Class 1-5 (for Paper I) and Class 6-8 (for Paper II) as primary sources.
Focus on pedagogy & teaching methodology topics — These are often less practiced but crucial in CDP & language-pedagogy sections.
Practice with mock tests and previous years’ papers — Simulate exam conditions (150 questions in 150 minutes) to build speed and accuracy.
Time management — Since there’s no negative marking, attempt all questions. But keep a check on time: roughly 60 seconds per question.
Revise regularly — Create short notes for each topic and revise them weekly so retention stays high.
Language sections — For Hindi and English (or Urdu/Sanskrit), beyond grammar & comprehension, focus on language teaching methods, terminology, and classroom issues.
Keep current affairs minimal — UPTET focuses more on teaching methodology, child development & subject knowledge rather than broad current affairs. But for Social Studies (Paper II) some general awareness helps.
Stay updated — Keep an eye on the official website for notification, exam date, admit card, answer key.
Health & pace — Maintain a balanced schedule: study, short breaks, exercise or relaxation — this helps you keep focus during exam preparation and on exam day.

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🏫 UPTET 2026 – Complete Guide to the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test