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May 25, 2026

What's New in UP TGT?

January 21, 2026: UPESSC has released UP TGT Exam Date 2026. The Trained Graduate Teacher exam will be held on June 03–04, 2026. Download PDF
May 25, 2026: 
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission has released UP TGT City Details 2026 at upessc.up.gov.in for the examination scheduled on June 03 and 04, 2026. Download PDF

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Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission has released UP TGT Exam City Details 2026 on its official website for candidates appearing in UPSESSB TGT Exam 2026. UP TGT Exam is scheduled to be conducted on 03 and 04 June 2026 across various exam centres in the state. Candidates who successfully submitted UP TGT Application Form can now check their allotted exam city online. To access UP TGT Exam City Slip 2026, candidates need to log in using their enrollment number, registration number, or date of birth.

Download UP TGT Admit Card 2026 (Link Active)

What is UP TGT?

UP TGT (Uttar Pradesh Trained Graduate Teacher) is a state-level recruitment conducted by Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Services Selection Board (UPSESSB) to appoint qualified teachers in aided secondary schools. It is aimed at graduates with a B.Ed. or equivalent teaching qualification, enabling them to teach students at the secondary level across a variety of subjects. The selection process typically involves a written exam followed by document verification.

UP TGT Highlights 2026

UP TGT Exam Highlights 2026 are mentioned in the table below:

Aspect Details
Exam Name Uttar Pradesh Trained Graduate Teacher (UP TGT) Exam
Conducting Body Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Services Selection Board (UPSESSB)
Level of Exam State-level recruitment for secondary school teachers
Mode of Exam Offline (pen-and-paper, OMR-based)
Question Type Objective-type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Posts Offered Trained Graduate Teacher positions across various subjects in UP schools

UP TGT Important Dates 2026

Important dates and events related to UP TGT 2026 are mentioned in the table below:

Event Date
UP TGT 2026 Notification Release December 01, 2025
UP TGT 2026 Application Start Date December 01, 2025
UP TGT 2026 Last Date to Apply December 31, 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment January 01, 2026
UP TGT 2026 Application Correction Window January 10 – January 13, 2026
UP TGT 2026 Slot Selection April 11 – April 15, 2026
UP TGT 2026 Exam City Details April 19, 2026
UP TGT 2026 Admit Card Release April 24, 2026 (Available Now)
UP TGT 2026 Exam Date April 27 – May 30, 2026
UP TGT 2026 Result Date TBA
UP TGT 2026 Document Verification TBA

UP TGT Notification 2026

UP TGT Notification 2026 was released by Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Services Selection Board for Trained Graduate Teacher posts in aided secondary schools. UP TGT 2026 application process started on December 01, 2025, and the last date to apply was December 31, 2025. The notification includes details regarding eligibility, vacancies, syllabus, exam pattern, and application guidelines for candidates aspiring to secure teaching positions in Uttar Pradesh.

UP TGT Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates are required to meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for UP TGT 2026:

UP TGT Age Limit

Candidates are required to qualify for the following age requirements:

  • The minimum age limit for UP TGT exam is 21 years.
  • Candidates with a maximum age limit of 60 years can apply for UP TGT post.
  • The above criteria will be applicable as of July 1, 2026.

UP TGT Educational Qualification

Subject Post-wise Educational Qualification
Hindi
  • M.A. in Hindi with Sanskrit in B.A. or Shastri Exam/ Exam qualified for Rajkiya Sanskrit College Varanasi/ Sampurnanand Vishwavidyalaya
  • M.A. in Hindi with a postgraduate certificate in Sanskrit courses.
Maths
  • M.A and M.Sc. Mathematics- Training preferred
  • B.A Hons/ B.Sc. Hons in Mathematics with a 3-year course – Training Preferred
Home Science
  • M.Sc. in Home Science/ Home Economics
  • MA in Home Arts or
  • Home Science/ Home Arts/ Home Economics trained graduates.
Urdu
  • MA in Urdu
English
  • A postgraduate degree in English from a recognised university.
Economics
  • M.Com Economics or
  • B.Com with M.Com Economics or
  • B.A. Hons Economics including 3-year course
Political Science
  • M.A Politics or
  • B.A. Hons in political science with a 3-year course
Geography
  • M.A or M.Sc. Geography or
  • B.A. Hons in geography with a 3-year course
Sociology
  • M.A Sociology or
  • B.A. Hons in sociology with a 3-year course
Science
  • B.Sc. with Physics and Chemistry – Training preferred
Biology
  • B.Sc. with Biology (Zoology and Botany) from a recognized University
Social Science
  • BA training with any two subjects in the following
  • History
  • Geography
  • Political Science
  • Economics
Chemistry
  • M.Sc. or B.Sc. Hons., Biochemistry
Physics
  • M.Sc. or PG diploma in concerned subjects with B.Sc.
Life Science
  • M.Sc. in botany or animal science
  • M.Sc. in Zoology
  • MS-SCBSC in Botany with agriculture-related animal science.
  • M.Sc. (Life Sciences) or training from a university/degree college recognized by UGC
  • B.Sc. with a Postgraduate Diploma in Biology organised by the Department of Education, U.P. in a university or degree college
Military Science
  • Graduate with a military science elective in degree exam who has received a commission for one year. Or
  • Indian Army commissioned officer of at least 3 years of service who has passed at least intermediate or its equivalent exam recognized by the Council. Or
  • Any U.T.C.C. or A.F.N.C.C. officer. Or
  • Viceroy commission with knowledge up to high school level Or
  • Possessing an INA officer training certificate with English knowledge up to high school level. Or
  • M.Sc. in Military Science or Defence Studies or MA or M.Sc. in Military Education
Pedagogy
  • MA in Education Science Or
  • B.A. or B.Sc. with M.Ed.
  • MA in Psychology with LT or BT or B.Ed.
Psychology
  • MA (Psychology) Training preferred Or
  • M. Ed.
History
  • MA in history.
  • MA in ancient Indian history.
  • BA (Hons) Training with a three-year course in history
Philosophy
  • M.A. or B.A. Honours in Philosophy
Art
  • High school exam with technical arts and one of these qualifications:
    • BA with drawing or painting
    • Fine Arts Diploma of Kala Bhavan, Shanti-Niketan
    • Certificate of State Drawing and Handicraft Centre, Allahabad
    • Calcutta Final Drawing Teachership exam
    • Teachers Senior Certificate exam of Mayo School of Arts, Lahore
    • Intermediate Grade Drawing exam of Bombay
    • Third Grade Arts School exam of Bombay
Physical Education
  • Intermediate certificate provided by the Secondary Education Council, Uttar Pradesh or any other equivalent qualification
  • CP Ed certificate granted by the Education Department of the State Government or any other qualification equivalent thereto.
Sewing
  • Intermediate CT (with stitch in intermediate or special qualification in stitch in CT)
  • A Diploma of tailoring after two years course from any government-recognized institution.
Music (Vocal)
  • High School exam or equivalent exam of Secondary Education Council, Uttar Pradesh and Music Elaborate exam of Bhatkhande Sangeet Vidyapeeth, Lucknow
Music (Instrumental)
  • High School exam or equivalent exam of Secondary Education Council, Uttar Pradesh and one of the following exams
    • Music Elaborate exam of Bhatkhande Sangeet Vidyapeeth, Lucknow
    • Sangeet Prabhakar exam of Prayag Sangeet Samiti, Allahabad
    • Music Elaborate exam of Gandharva College, Bombay
    • Madho Music School, Gwalior Final exam (Sangeetratna)
    • Final exam of Shankar Gandharva Vidyalaya Gwalior
    • Allahabad University Senior Diploma of Music
  • BT Diploma of Prayag Sangeet Samiti, Allahabad
  • LTM Diploma of Bhatkhande Sangeet Vidyapeeth, Lucknow.
  • The Indian Music Diploma of Secondary Education Council, Uttar Pradesh, the above-mentioned diploma will be considered as eligible for teachers who have already taught in recognized and recognized institutions and teachers appointed before June 1960.

UP TGT Application Process 2026

UP TGT Application 2026 was started soon after the release of the official notification. Candidates can apply for UP TGT 2026 by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official UPSESSB application portal.
  2. Click on Apply for UP TGT 2026 and complete the registration with basic details.
  3. Note down the registration number generated.
  4. Log in using the registration details and fill out the application form.
  5. Upload the required documents, photo, and signature in the prescribed format.
  6. Pay the application fee as per your category.
  7. Review all details carefully and submit the application form.

UP TGT Application Fees 2026

Category Application Fee Application Processing Fee Application Fee
General / OBC ₹700 ₹50 ₹750
EWS ₹400 ₹50 ₹450
SC ₹400 ₹50 ₹450
ST ₹200 ₹50 ₹250
PwD (All Categories) 50% of the applicable category fee

UP TGT Admit Card 2026

UP TGT Admit Card 2026 has been released soon on the official website of UPSESSB. Candidates can download the admit card by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official UPSESSB website.
  2. Look for UP TGT 2026 Admit Card link on the homepage.
  3. Click the link and enter your registration number, date of birth, and password (or other credentials provided during registration).
  4. Submit the details to access your admit card.
  5. Download and save the admit card in PDF format.

UP TGT Exam Pattern 2026

UP TGT Exam Pattern outlines the structure of the test, including mode, duration, marking scheme, and question format, helping candidates understand the paper’s framework for effective preparation. The Exam Pattern for UP TGT 2026 is mentioned below:

UP TGT Exam Highlights:

  • UP TGT Exam is an Objective kind of test.
  • The duration of the test is 2 Hours.
  • There are 125 MCQs in the test.
  • Each Question is of 4 Marks.
  • The Maximum Marks for the test are 500 Marks (465 Marks for Shiksha Mitra).
  • There are no negative marks on the test.
  • Inquiries will be posed from the particular subject that the applicant has

UP TGT 2026 exam pattern is mentioned in the following table:

Particulars Details
UP TGT Exam Type Written Exam
Duration 2 hours
Total Questions 125 MCQs
Total Marks 500 marks
Marks per Question 4 marks per question

UP TGT Syllabus 2026

UP TGT syllabus is divided into the following four parts: General Awareness, English, Quantitative Aptitude, and the Concerned (Subject-specific). The syllabus for UP TGT 2026 is mentioned below:

General Awareness:

Covers a broad spectrum of topics, including:

  • Indian History (freedom struggle, dynasties, cultural heritage)
  • Indian Geography (rivers, mountains, climate, agriculture)
  • Polity & Constitution (fundamental rights, parliamentary structure, judiciary)
  • Economy (Five-Year Plans, banking, taxation, GDP)
  • General Science (basic physics, chemistry, biology)
  • Current Affairs (national & international events, awards, sports)
  • Uttar Pradesh GK (heritage, festivals, state policies, demographics)

English:

Divided into two focused areas:

  • Language: Grammar (parts of speech, tenses), vocabulary, comprehension, transformation, spelling, punctuation, narration, preposition usage, and agreement
  • Literature: Awareness of literary forms, major authors, and their works.

Quantitative Aptitude:

Includes topics such as:

  • Arithmetic: Percentages, Profit & Loss, Ratio, Time & Work, Speed & Distance, Averages, Percentage, Partnership, Quadratic Equations
  • Algebra
  • Geometry (2D & properties)
  • Trigonometry (ratios, identities)
  • Mensuration (area, volume of 2D/3D shapes)
  • Data Interpretation (graphs, tables, charts

Concerned Subject Syllabus (Subject-Specific)

Candidates must select one Concerned Subject at the time of application. The list of subjects offered in UP TGT Syllabus 2026 is mentioned below:

UP TGT Subjects
English
Hindi
Maths
Social Science
Sanskrit
Physical Education
Science
Home Science
Arts
Commerce
Music singing
Agriculture
Bangla
Urdu
Music playing
Stitching

UP TGT Vacancy 2026

UP TGT Vacancy 2026 will be disclosed in the official notification. Candiates can take a look on the Vacancies released in year 2026 to get an idea about the number of expected vacancies in the year 2024. Check the subject-wise vacancy for UP TGT exam 2026 below in the table:

Subject Varg General OBC SC ST Total Vacancy
English Balak 275 156 79 01 511
Balika 36 06 04 0 46
Hindi Balak 294 125 89 01 509
Balika 33 13 02 0 48
Mathematics Balak 296 147 65 0 508
Balika 17 02 06 0 25
Social Science Balak 156 103 77 01 337
Balika 28 17 01 0 46
Sanskrit Balak 191 45 28 0 264
Balika 18 07 02 0 27
Physical Education Balak 98 40 19 0 157
Balika 18 04 01 0 13
Science Balak 285 135 79 0 499
Balika 25 12 04 0 41
Home Science Balak 76 41 22 0 139
Balika 21 12 07 0 40
Art Balak 71 33 26 0 132
Balika 11 05 0 0 16
Commerce Balak 24 10 04 0 38
Singing Music Balak 06 0 01 0 07
Balika 12 01 03 0 16
Agriculture Balak 23 15 08 01 47
Biology Balak 37 08 04 0 49
Balika 0 01 0 0 01
Urdu Balak 06 06 0 0 12
Balika 0 01 0 0 01
Music Playing Balak 02 0 02 0 04
Balika 03 02 01 0 06

UP TGT Selection Process 2026

UP TGT Selection Process 2026 details are mentioned below:

Stage 1: Written exam: The foremost and critical stage of UP TGT recruitment is the offline written exam. It’s an objective-type test comprising 500 marks. Candidates who meet the cutoff score are shortlisted for the next stage.

Stage 2: Document Verification: Candidates who clear the written exam undergo document verification. This stage ensures the authenticity of educational certificates, identity proofs, caste certificates (if applicable), etc. Any discrepancies or fraudulent documents may lead to disqualification.

UP TGT Answer Key 2026

UP TGT Answer Key 2026 will be released soon after the completion of the exam. Candidates can download the answer key by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official UPSESSB website (e.g., upsessb.pariksha.nic.in or upsessb.org).
  2. Locate and click on the “UP TGT Answer Key 2026” link in the important notifications section.
  3. Select your specific subject or exam paper set (booklet series).
  4. If prompted, log in using your credentials (e.g., roll number, registration number, or DOB).
  5. The answer key PDF will display, download and save it.

UP TGT Result 2026

After the completion of UP TGT written test, UPSESSB will announce UP TGT 2026 result of the qualified candidates. Candidates can check UP TGT Result 2026 by following these steps:

  1. Visit the official UPSESSB website:
  2. Look for the “UP TGT Result 2026” link under the Results or Notifications section.
  3. Click to open the result, usually provided as a PDF list of qualifying candidates.
  4. The result will display directly (no login required)

UP TGT Cutoff 2026

UP TGT Cutoff 2026 will be released along with the result. The cutoff represents the minimum qualifying marks candidates must secure in the written exam to progress in the recruitment process. It varies by subject, category, and exam difficulty, determining shortlisting for document verification. UP TGT Cutoff 2021 are mentioned below for candidates’ reference:

Subject and Varg UR OBC SC ST EVS
Science Balak Varg 331.9704 303.2816 258.1992 311.4784
Science Balika Varg 311.4784 270.4944 241.8056 274.5928
Hindi Balak Varg 319.6752 307.38 278.6912 241.8056 303.2816
Hindi Balika Varg 303.2816 290.9864 274.5928 290.9864
Sanskrit Balak Varg 471.316 463.1192 442.6272 344.2656 467.2176
Sanskrit Balika Varg 467.2176 459.0208 438.5288 360.6592 463.1192
Home Science Balak Varg 380 368 332 288 360
Home Science Balika Varg 376 360 344 336 356
Social Science Balak Varg 366.9355 346.7742 322.5806 284.5528 342.7419
Social Science Balika Varg 342.7419 322.5806 294.3548 325.2033
Math Balak Varg 352 320 288 260 328
Math Balika Varg 328 292 260 304
Drawing Balak Varg 439.02 426.825 402.435 373.98 418.695
Drawing Balika Varg 439.02 426.825 402.435 418.695
English Balak Varg 391.1331 366.9393 342.7455 314.5194 375.0039
English Balika Varg 391.1331 370.9716 342.7455 370.9716
Agriculture Balak Varg 388 368 352 244 364
Agriculture Balika Varg 446.2776 433.881 413.22 413.22 433.881
Physical Education Balak Varg 433.881 421.4844 388.4268 417.3522
Physical Education Balika Varg 420 404 376 264 408
Commerce Balak Varg 404 392 324 384
Stich Balak Varg 357.72 341.46 321.135 325.2
Stich Balika Varg 353.655 321.135
Urdu Balak Varg 423.3915 415.3269 334.6809 403.23
Urdu Balika Varg 407.2623 375.0039 322.584 407.2623
Music Playing Balak Varg 479.5128 463.1192 479.5128
Music Playing Balika Varg 471.316 459.0208 438.5288 463.1192
Music Singing Balak Varg 488 476 476
Music Singing Balika Varg 480 468 452 472
Biology Balak Varg 368 348 320 344
Biology Balika Varg 340 328 304 320

UP TGT Salary 2026

UP TGT Salary 2026 is provided by UP Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB) according to the 7th Pay Commission. Here are the subtleties of compensation for the post of UP TGT 2026:

Particulars Details
Grade Pay INR 4,600/-
Total Amount INR 44,900/- to INR 1,42,400/-
Fundamental Salary In Pay Band 2 INR 9,300/- to INR 34,800/-
Dearness Allowance 17%
Probation Period 1 Year

For UPTET 2026, there is no upper age limit for candidates applying for the Teacher Eligibility Test. Applicants must, however, ensure they meet the required UPTET educational qualifications, which include completing D.El.Ed or B.Ed along with the prescribed eligibility norms for Paper 1 (Primary Level) or Paper 2 (Upper Primary Level. Candidates who qualify the examination are awarded a TET certificate, which makes them eligible to apply for teaching positions in government and aided schools across Uttar Pradesh.

UP TGT 2026 FAQs

Ques: What qualifications are necessary for UP TGT 2026?

Ans: Applicants are required to hold a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject along with a B.Ed degree from a recognized institution.

Ques: What is the selection process for UP TGT 2026?

Ans: Candidates must clear the offline written exam first, and those meeting the cutoffs then undergo document verification before final selection.

Ques: Are subject-specific syllabi available for UP TGT 2026?

Ans: Yes, UP TGT 2026 includes subject-specific syllabi covering a wide range of teaching disciplines; candidates must refer to official notifications for details.

Ques: How is merit list prepared in UP TGT 2026?

Ans: The merit list is compiled based on candidates’ performance in the written exam, subject to eligibility and successful document verification.

Ques: What cutoff criteria applies for UP TGT 2026?

Ans: Cutoffs vary by subject and category and depend on exam difficulty level, number of applicants, and total vacancies; details emerge post-result.

Ques: Is UPTET required for UP TGT 2026?

Ans: For assistant teaching posts, UPTET qualification is mandatory in many cases; UP TGT 2026 candidates may need to fulfill such prerequisites.

Ques: Is UP TGT 2026 a state-level exam?

Ans: Indeed, it’s a state-level recruitment conducted by UPSESSB (under UPESC) to fill teaching positions in Uttar Pradesh’s secondary schools.

Ques: Is a written test only part of UP TGT 2026 selection?

Ans: Yes, selection for UP TGT 2026 relies solely on performance in the written offline exam. There are no interviews or extra qualification-based weightages.

Ques: How many attempts can one make for UP TGT 2026?

Ans: As there are no attempt limits specified for UP TGT 2026, candidates may apply multiple times, provided they meet eligibility criteria like age, qualifications, and a fresh application within the stipulated window.

Ques: What happens if discrepancies are found in documents during UP TGT 2026 verification?

Ans: Any mismatch, inauthenticity, or irregularity in submitted documents during verification may lead to immediate disqualification.

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.
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