Last updated: 5 June 2026
UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026
UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026 — Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | UP Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB) |
| Post | Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) |
| Advt. Number | 01/2022 |
| Vacancies | 3,539 (2022 cycle); 38,000+ expected in new notification |
| Exam Date | 3 & 4 June 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline OMR — 125 MCQs, 500 marks, 2 hours |
| Negative Marking | None |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
| Exam Name | Authority | Eligibility | Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026 | UPSESSB | Graduation + B.Ed in relevant subject | 31 March 2022 |
Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB) · 3,539 vacancies · Apply by 31 March 2022
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Vacancies
3,539
Last Date
31 March 2022
Age Limit
21–60 yrs
Qualification
Graduation + B.Ed in relevant subject
How to Apply Online
Visit the official portal and create your registration account.
Login and fill in your personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and required certificates.
Pay the application fee online and download the final submitted form.
Resource Hub
Download official documents and study materials.
Selection Process
- Written examination — 125 MCQs, 500 marks, concerned subject (100% weightage)
- Interview — final stage after written qualification
- Document verification and appointment
Exam Pattern 2026
UP TGT written exam is a single paper of 125 multiple-choice questions for 500 marks in 2 hours. There is no negative marking. The paper covers the concerned teaching subject.
- Duration: 2 hours
- 125 MCQs × 4 marks = 500 marks
- No negative marking
- Offline OMR-based examination
- Morning shift: 9:30–11:30 AM · Evening shift: 2:30–4:30 PM
Subject-wise Breakdown
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Concerned Subject (125 MCQs) | 125 | 500 |
Syllabus Highlights
- English / Hindi / Sanskrit / Urdu — language & literature
- Mathematics — algebra, geometry, statistics
- Science / Biology — NCERT-aligned science topics
- Social Science — history, geography, civics, economics
- Commerce, Home Science, Arts, Music, Physical Education — post-specific syllabus
Important Details
- Department: Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB)
- Application window: 15 January 2022 – 31 March 2022
- Age cut-off date: 1 July 2026
- Salary / Pay Scale: See official notification
- Tentative exam date: 3 June 2026
- Note: Advt. No. 01/2022 — written exam 3 & 4 June 2026. Admit card from 30 May 2026. New notification expected for 38,000+ vacancies.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026? ▼
For the General category the minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 60 years. OBC candidates usually receive three additional years, SC/ST candidates five additional years, and PwD candidates ten additional years, subject to the official PDF. Age is reckoned from Wednesday, 1 July 2026.
How do I apply for UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026? ▼
Visit the authorised website for Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB) (https://upessc.up.gov.in), complete online registration, fill every mandatory field, and upload photograph and signature scans within the limits stated in the PDF. The closing date was Thursday, 31 March 2022 — online applications are no longer accepted. Verify eligibility with our Age Calculator before you pay any fee.
What is the last date to apply for UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) 2026? ▼
The closing date was Thursday, 31 March 2022 — online applications are no longer accepted. The examination is tentatively scheduled on Wednesday, 3 June 2026.