The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has officially released the UP TET 2026 Notification under Advt. No. 01/UPTET/2026. Candidates who are preparing for teaching jobs in Uttar Pradesh can now apply for the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026.
As per the official notification released on 20 March 2026, the online application process will start from 27 March 2026, and the last date to apply is 26 April 2026. The UPTET Exam 2026 will be conducted on 2nd, 3rd, and 4th July 2026.
UPTET 2026 Online application form will be available at https://uptet.upessc.org/otr/ website.
UPTET 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Exam Name | Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026 |
| Advt. No. | 01/UPTET/2026 |
| Posts | Assistant Teacher (Class 1–5) & (Class 6–8) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Dates | 27 March to 26 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | 02, 03, 04 July 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Exam (150 MCQs) |
| Official Website | https://upessc.up.gov.in |
| UP TET 2026 Portal | https://uptet.upessc.org/otr/info/ |
UPTET 2026 Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 20 March 2026 |
| Apply Online Start | 27 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 April 2026 |
| Last Date Fee Payment & Correction | 01 May 2026 |
| Exam District Intimation | 22 June 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 30 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 02, 03, 04 July 2026 |
UPTET 2026 Eligibility Criteria
For Primary Level (Class 1 to 5)
Candidates must fulfill any one of the following:
- Graduation + 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed/BTC)
- Graduation + D.El.Ed (Distance Mode)
- Graduation + D.Ed (Special Education)
- Graduation + Special BTC (UP recognized)
For Upper Primary Level (Class 6 to 8)
Candidates must fulfill any one of the following:
- Graduation + D.El.Ed/BTC
- Graduation (50%) + B.Ed
- Graduation (45%) + B.Ed (as per NCTE norms)
- 10+2 (50%) + B.El.Ed (4 years)
- 10+2 (50%) + B.A.Ed / B.Sc.Ed (4 years)
Final year appearing candidates are also eligible to apply.
Age Limit
- There is no upper age limit for appearing in UPTET
- Age will be considered during actual recruitment process
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Per Paper) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1000 |
| SC / ST | ₹500 |
| PwD | ₹300 |
Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
Selection Process
The selection process for UPTET 2026 includes:
- Written Examination (150 MCQs)
Candidates who qualify will receive a TET Eligibility Certificate, which is required for applying to teaching jobs in Uttar Pradesh.
How to Apply for UPTET 2026 Online?
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website upessc.up.gov.in or https://uptet.upessc.org
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
- Login using your credentials
- Select UPTET 2026 Application Form
- Fill in personal and educational details
- Upload required documents (photo, signature)
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and take a printout
Important Instructions
- Complete OTR registration before applying
- Fill all details carefully to avoid rejection
- Keep scanned documents ready
- Apply before the last date to avoid server issues
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online for UPTET 2026 | 27 March 2026 |
| Download Official Notification | Available Now |
| Official Website | https://upessc.up.gov.in |