UPTET: Everything You Need to Know About the Teacher Eligibility Test

The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) is a state-level exam conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board (UPBEB) to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching in primary and upper primary schools in the state. The UPTET exam is conducted once a year and enables candidates to apply for various teaching posts in the government and private schools of Uttar Pradesh. The UPTET exam consists of two papers: Paper 1 for candidates who intend to teach classes 1 to 5 and Paper 2 for candidates who intend to teach classes 6 to 8. In this blog post, we will provide you with everything you need to know about the UPTET exam, such as the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, syllabus, application process, admit card, result, cut-off, and preparation tips. Let’s begin!

UPTET Eligibility Criteria

The UPTET eligibility criteria are the minimum requirements that candidates have to fulfill to appear for the exam. The UPTET eligibility criteria vary depending on the paper and the category of the candidates. However, some of the common eligibility criteria are:

• Nationality: The candidate must be a citizen of India or a subject of Nepal or Bhutan or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from other countries with the intention of permanently settling in India.
• Age Limit: The candidate must be between 18 and 35 years of age as on the date of notification. However, there are relaxations in the upper age limit for the candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwD, Ex-servicemen, and other categories as per the government rules.
• Educational Qualification: The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized university or institute. The candidate must also have a Diploma or a Degree in Education or a Special Education from a recognized institution. The educational qualification varies depending on the paper and the subject of the candidate. Some of the educational qualifications for different papers and subjects are:
  1. Paper 1 (for classes 1 to 5): The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks and a Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or a Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) or a Diploma in Education (Special Education) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  2. Paper 2 (for classes 6 to 8): The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks and a Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or a Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) or a Diploma in Education (Special Education) or a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science or a Bachelor of Commerce with a minimum of 50% marks and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  3. Paper 2 (for Sanskrit and English teachers): The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree with Sanskrit or English as the main subject and a Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or a Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) or a Diploma in Education (Special Education) or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
  4. Paper 2 (for Urdu teachers): The candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree or a Master’s degree with Urdu as the main subject and a Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) or a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) or a Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed) or a Diploma in Education (Special Education) or a Moallim-E-Urdu degree before August 11, 1997 or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

UPTET Exam Pattern

The UPTET exam pattern is the structure and format of the exam. The UPTET exam pattern is different for Paper 1 and Paper 2. However, some of the common features of the UPTET exam pattern are:

• Mode of Exam: The UPTET exam is conducted in offline mode, i.e., pen and paper-based test.
• Duration of Exam: The UPTET exam is of 2 hours and 30 minutes duration for each paper.
• Type of Questions: The UPTET exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with four options each.
• Number of Questions: The UPTET exam consists of 150 questions for each paper.
• Marking Scheme: The UPTET exam carries 150 marks for each paper. Each question carries one mark. There is no negative marking for wrong answers or unattempted questions.

The UPTET exam pattern for Paper 1 and Paper 2 are as follows:

• Paper 1 (for classes 1 to 5): The UPTET Paper 1 consists of five sections: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1, Language 2, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. Each section consists of 30 questions and carries 30 marks. The total number of questions is 150 and the total marks are 150.
• Paper 2 (for classes 6 to 8): The UPTET Paper 2 consists of four sections: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1, Language 2, and Mathematics and Science or Social Studies. The first three sections consist of 30 questions and carry 30 marks each. The fourth section consists of 60 questions and carries 60 marks. The total number of questions is 150 and the total marks are 150.

UPTET Syllabus

The UPTET syllabus is the list of topics and sub-topics that are covered in the exam. The UPTET syllabus is different for Paper 1 and Paper 2. However, some of the common topics that are covered in both the papers are:

• Child Development and Pedagogy: This section tests the candidates’ knowledge and understanding of the principles and concepts of child development and learning. The section covers topics such as child psychology, learning theories, factors affecting learning, inclusive education, learning difficulties, teaching-learning process, assessment and evaluation, etc.
• Language 1: This section tests the candidates’ proficiency and pedagogical skills in the first language chosen by the candidate. The section covers topics such as comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, language functions, language development, teaching-learning materials, etc.
• Language 2: This section tests the candidates’ proficiency and pedagogical skills in the second language chosen by the candidate. The section covers topics such as comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, language functions, language development, teaching-learning materials, etc.

The UPTET syllabus for Paper 1 and Paper 2 are as follows:

• Paper 1 (for classes 1 to 5): The UPTET syllabus for Paper 1 covers the following topics:
  1. Mathematics: This section tests the candidates’ knowledge and understanding of the concepts and methods of mathematics. The section covers topics such as number system, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration, data handling, patterns, etc.
  2. Environmental Studies: This section tests the candidates’ knowledge and understanding of the natural and social environment. The section covers topics such as family, food, shelter, water, air, plants, animals, transport, communication, occupations, festivals, etc.
• Paper 2 (for classes 6 to 8): The UPTET syllabus for Paper 2 covers the following topics:
  1. Mathematics and Science: This section tests the candidates’ knowledge and understanding of the concepts and methods of mathematics and science. The section covers topics such as number system, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, mensuration, data handling, patterns, matter, energy, force, motion, sound, light, heat, electricity, magnetism, chemical reactions, natural resources, living organisms, etc.
  2. Social Studies: This section tests the candidates’ knowledge and understanding of the concepts and methods of social studies. The section covers topics such as history, geography, civics, economics, culture, diversity, democracy, constitution, etc.

UPTET Application Process

The UPTET application process is the procedure of filling and submitting the online application form for the exam. The UPTET application process is expected to start in January and end in February. The candidates have to follow the steps given below to complete the UPTET application process:

• Visit the official website of UPTET and click on the link “Apply Online” on the homepage.
• Register yourself by providing your name, email id, mobile number, and password. You will receive a registration number and password on your email id and mobile number.
• Login with your registration number and password and fill the online application form by providing your personal details, educational details, exam details, etc.
• Upload your scanned photograph, signature, and documents as per the specifications given in the notification.
• Pay the application fee of Rs. 600/- (for General/OBC candidates) or Rs. 400/- (for SC/ST candidates) or Rs. 100/- (for PwD candidates) through online mode using debit card, credit card, net banking, or offline mode using e-challan.

Conclusion

The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) is a state-level exam that enables candidates to gain eligibility to teach primary and upper primary classes in the schools of Uttar Pradesh. The UPTET exam is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board (UPBEB) once a year and consists of two papers: Paper 1 for classes 1 to 5 and Paper 2 for classes 6 to 8. The UPTET exam tests the candidates’ knowledge and pedagogical skills in various subjects and topics. The UPTET exam is based on the syllabus and pattern prescribed by the UPBEB and follows the guidelines of the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).