UPTET Online Form 2026: Apply Online for Primary & Upper Primary TET – Notification, OTR Registration & Exam Date

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has officially released the notification for the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026. Under Advertisement No. 01/UPTET/2026, the commission has invited online applications from aspiring teachers across the state. This year marks a significant shift as the exam is being conducted by the newly formed UPESSC instead of the traditional PnP or UPBEB.

As of April 4, 2026, the online application portal is fully active. Candidates who wish to build a career in teaching for Classes 1 to 8 in government and aided schools of Uttar Pradesh must qualify for this eligibility test. With the exam scheduled for the first week of July 2026, candidates have a limited window to complete their registration and begin their preparation.

UPTET 2026: Important Dates & Official Schedule

The UPESSC has provided a clear timeline for the 2026 cycle. Candidates must adhere to these dates to avoid the last-minute rush.

Event	Date / Timeline
Official Notification Release	March 20, 2026
Online Application Start Date	March 27, 2026
Last Date for Registration	April 26, 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	April 26, 2026
Form Correction Window	May 1, 2026
Exam City Intimation	June 22, 2026
Admit Card Release	June 30, 2026
UPTET Exam Date 2026	July 2, 3, and 4, 2026

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NEW: One-Time Registration (OTR) Requirement

A major update for the 2026 cycle is the mandatory One-Time Registration (OTR). Candidates cannot apply for UPTET without first generating an OTR ID on the UPESSC portal.

• Purpose: To create a permanent profile and reduce the need to re-upload documents for future UP teaching exams.
• Process: Enter basic details (Aadhaar, Name, Parentage), upload a permanent photo/signature, and verify via OTP.
• Benefit: Once OTR is complete, the UPTET application form will auto-fill 70% of your data.

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Application Fee (Category-Wise)

The fee varies based on the number of papers you choose to appear for.

Category	Fee for One Paper (I or II)	Fee for Both Papers (I & II)
General / OBC / EWS	₹1,000	₹2,000
SC / ST	₹500	₹1,000
PH (Divyang)	₹300	₹600

Note: Fees can be paid online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

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Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?

The eligibility for UPTET 2026 is divided into two levels. Candidates in the final year of their professional teaching courses are also eligible to apply.

1. Primary Level (Classes 1-5)

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks AND a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed/BTC).
• OR Graduation with 45% marks as per NCTE norms + B.Ed (Subject to current legal standing).
• OR 10+2 Intermediate with 50% marks + 4-year B.El.Ed degree.

2. Upper Primary Level (Classes 6-8)

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree AND a 2-year D.El.Ed (BTC).
• OR Graduation/Post-Graduation with 50% marks AND B.Ed / B.Ed Special Education.
• OR 10+2 Intermediate with 50% marks + 4-year B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 Years.
• Maximum Age: 35 Years (General), 40 Years (OBC/SC/ST), 50 Years (PH).
• Note: There is no upper age limit for the eligibility certificate itself, but recruitment ages apply per state rules.

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Exam Pattern & Syllabus 2026

Both papers consist of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) to be solved in 150 minutes. There is NO negative marking.

Paper I (Primary Level)

Subject	Questions	Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy	30	30
Language I (Hindi – Compulsory)	30	30
Language II (English/Urdu/Sanskrit)	30	30
Mathematics	30	30
Environmental Studies (EVS)	30	30

Paper II (Upper Primary Level)

Subject	Questions	Marks
Child Development & Pedagogy	30	30
Language I (Hindi)	30	30
Language II (English/Urdu/Sanskrit)	30	30
Math & Science OR Social Science	60	60

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How to Fill UPTET Online Form 2026: Step-by-Step

1. Step 1 (OTR): Visit upessc.up.gov.in and complete the One-Time Registration.
2. Step 2 (Login): Use your OTR ID and password to log in to the UPTET 2026 application dashboard.
3. Step 3 (Details): Select the paper level (Primary, Upper Primary, or Both). Verify your educational qualifications.
4. Step 4 (Uploads): Ensure your photograph and signature meet the size requirements (usually 20-50kb).
5. Step 5 (Payment): Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the fee as per your category.
6. Step 6 (Confirmation): Download the Registration Slip and the Final Submitted Form.

Important Links for UPTET 2026

Resource	Link
Apply Online / OTR Link	UPESSC Application Portal
Download Official Notification	Notification PDF 2026
Detailed Syllabus (Paper I & II)	Download Syllabus
Official Website	upessc.up.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is the UPTET certificate valid for a lifetime?

A: Yes. As per the Government Order, the UPTET eligibility certificate is now valid for lifetime from the date of result declaration.

Q2: Can I apply for both Paper I and Paper II in a single form?

A: Yes. You can select the “Both Papers” option in the form. You will need to pay the combined fee, and both exams will be held on the same day in different shifts.

Q3: Is CTET qualified candidates eligible for UP teacher recruitment?

A: Yes, generally CTET qualified candidates are eligible for most teacher recruitments in UP, but appearing for UPTET is advised for state-specific priority and familiarity with the local syllabus.

Q4: What are the qualifying marks for UPTET 2026?

A: General/EWS candidates must score 60% (90/150). SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates must score 55% (82/150) to pass.

Q5: What is the mode of the UPTET exam?

A: The UPTET 2026 exam will be conducted in Offline mode (Pen & Paper) using OMR sheets.