UPTET Application Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility, Age Limit, Fees & How to Apply

Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released the official notice for the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2026. You can start filling out your application forms from March 27, 2026, until the closing date on April 26, 2026. The written exams are scheduled to take place on July 02, 03, and 04, 2026.

Quick Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

The UPTET is a qualifying examination for those who want to become teachers in Uttar Pradesh. Passing this test makes you eligible to apply for teaching positions in government and private schools across the state. The test is divided into two main levels based on the classes you intend to teach.

Eligibility

To participate in this examination, you must meet specific educational requirements. These vary depending on whether you want to teach primary or upper primary classes.

Educational Qualifications

If you want to teach classes 1 through 5, you need a Bachelor’s degree from a college recognized by the NCTE. You also need a teacher training qualification like BTC or B.El.Ed. You should have at least 50% marks in your graduation. If you are currently in the final year of your teacher training course, you are still allowed to apply.

For teaching classes 6 through 8, you must have a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks. You also need a teaching qualification such as B.Ed, BTC, or B.El.Ed. If you have special education degrees from institutes approved by the RCI, you can also submit an application. In some cases, if you have 50% marks in your intermediate exams and a 4-year integrated teaching degree, you are eligible.

Age Limits

Application Fee

You must pay the fee according to your category to complete the registration process. You can check the full fee details on the portal before paying.

You can pay the fee online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, or Internet Banking. Other options like IMPS, Cash Cards, or Mobile Wallets are also available for your convenience.

How to Apply

If you want to fill out the UPTET 2026 form, follow these simple steps:

1. Go to the UPESSC recruitment portal for this vacancy.
2. Register if it is your first time. If you already have an account, just log in.
3. Fill in the form with your personal and educational details.
4. Upload your photo, signature, and required documents as per the instructions. You can find specific formatting rules in the official notification.
5. Pay the application fee using any of the available online payment methods.
6. Check everything before you submit to ensure there are no mistakes.
7. Take a printout of your confirmation page for future use.

Selection Process

Selection is based on your performance in the written exam. There is no interview or additional testing phase for this eligibility certificate. You must score the minimum qualifying marks to receive your UPTET certificate.

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Ravi Kumar

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