UPTET 2026: Registration for the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026 closes today, 3 May 2026, as the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission completes the last window for online applications for teacher qualifications in primary and upper primary schools across the state.A notification issued on 20 March 2026 set the process in motion, applications will open on 27 March 2026 and an official notification issued on 25 April 2026 confirmed the extended deadline.Application Deadline and Submission WindowCandidates can submit the form through official portals upessc.up.gov.in and uptet.upessc.org/otr/info/ Last date for completion of registration and fee submission is set as 3rd May 2026.Exam Schedule and Pattern DetailsUPTET 2026 exam is scheduled on 2nd, 3rd and 4th July 2026 in all centers of Uttar Pradesh in offline pen and paper mode.Eligibility criteria for teaching postsPrimary level candidates need 10+2 with minimum 50% marks with DL Ed, BTC or equivalent, while B.Ed holders are also eligible under the revised norms.Upper Primary Eligibility RequirementsGraduates applying for classes 6 to 8 should possess a degree with B.Ed or D.Ed qualification as specified in the notification.Exam Structure and Marking SchemeEach paper has 150 questions of 150 marks with no negative marking, covering Child Development and Pedagogy, Language sections, Mathematics, Environmental Studies or Social Studies.Admit Card and Exam City DetailsExam city information will be released on 22nd June 2026, followed by release of admit cards through official websites on 30th June 2026.Application Fee Structure and CategoriesThe fee structure varies by category, with General, OBC and EWS candidates paying Rs 1000 per paper, SC and ST candidates Rs 500, and Persons with Disabilities Rs 300.Age criteria and conditionsCandidates should be at least 18 years of age, with no upper age limit, subject to fulfillment of teaching recruitment rules as per government guidelines.Online Application Process DetailsCandidates need to complete registration, upload documents, pay online fee and submit application form before last date of 3rd May 2026 through official portal.Objective and Scope of ExaminationUPTET serves as a qualifying examination for the recruitment of teachers in government primary and upper primary schools across Uttar Pradesh.Election Structure and PapersCandidates can apply for Paper 1, Paper 2 or both papers based on eligibility, with separate eligibility criteria for Primary and Upper Primary levels as specified in the notification.All updates and notifications will be available on the official UPESSC portals for candidates seeking verification or application status before the registration window closes.Applicants must submit today to ensure eligibility for UPTET 2026 exam cycle without announcing any further extension period.
