Job Security and government jobs go hand-in-hand. If you are willing to do a government job in the field of teaching in Uttar Pradesh, you will have to appear for the UPTET Exam. This exam will allow you to be a primary or post-primary teacher.
Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) is a state-level recruitment exam conducted once a year for the recruitment of primary and upper primary teachers in the schools of Uttar Pradesh.
Latest Update for UPTET:
- Nov 19, 2021: The admit card for UPTET 2021 has been released on the official website today. It was earlier to be released on Nov 17 but it got delayed.
- Oct 25, 2021: The last date to apply for UPTET 2021 is extended to Oct 26, 2021.
Contents
- What is UPTET Exam?
- UPTET 2021 Exam Date
- UPTET 2021 Notification
- UPTET 2021 Eligibility
- UPTET 2021 Application Form
- UPTET 2021 Application Process
- UPTET 2021 Admit Card
- UPTET 2021 Exam Centres
- UPTET 2021 Exam Pattern
- UPTET 2021 Exam Syllabus
- UPTET 2021 Reference Books
- UPTET 2021 Previous Year Question Papers
- UPTET 2021 Results
- UPTET 2021 Cut Off Marks
- UPTET 2021 Salary
- UPTET 2021 Preparation Tips
- UPTET 2021 Paper Analysis
- UPTET Contact Details
What is the UPTET Exam?
UPTET is a Teacher Eligibility Test, conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Government for the appointment of primary and post-Primary teachers in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is a state-level examination. The application form for this test was scheduled to start on Oct 7, 2021 has been put on hold until a new date that will be announced later.
UPBEB is the conducting body for UPTET 2021 exam. It is split into two tests. Paper 1 is for primary teachers who are willing to teach for class-1 to class-5. Whereas paper 2 is for upper primary teachers who are willing to teach for class-6 to class-8. Candidates can appear to both paper-1 and paper-2 if they are willing to teach from class-1 to class-8. The examination is conducted in offline mode (pen and paper-based) and is available in two languages namely English and Hindi. Candidates who pass the test will be given UPTET eligibility certificate that will be held valid for 5 years.
UPTET 2021 Exam Highlights
Below is the quick list of important pointers that UPTET 2021 aspirants should be aware of.
| Name of the Exam | Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) |
| Conducted by | Uttar Pradesh Basic Educational Board (UPBEB) |
| Job location | Uttar Pradesh |
| Job posts | Primary and Secondary level |
| Mode of applying | Offline & Online mode |
| Exam mode | PBT & CBT |
| Eligibility | Graduation Degree with a minimum of 50% |
| Similar Exams | CTET / APTET / TNTET / BTET |
Headquarters: The headquarters of the Examination Regulatory Authority is located at Pariksha Niyamak Pradhikar, Allenganj, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.
UPTET 2021 Exam Date
UPTET 2021 application form dates are announced. The UPTET 2021 Admit Card will be released on Nov 19, 2021, and the candidates can download it from the official website. UPTET 2021 examination date is Nov 28, 2021.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | Oct 7, 2021 |
| Application End Date | Oct 26, 2021 |
| UPTET 2021 admit card | Nov 19, 2021 |
| UPTET 2021 Exam Date | Nov 28, 2021 |
| UPTET 2021 Results | To be announced |
UPTET 2021 Notification
The UPTET 2021 is a state-level exam conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board [UPBEB]. The UPTET 2021 Notification was released on Oct 7, 2021. The notification has all essential information such as the application start date and last date, exam dates, exam centres, fee payment guidelines and the last dates for the fee payment, vacancies, other important rules and regulations for the examination.
The UPTET 2021 official notification has released on the official website. Candidates can visit the official website and download the UPTET 2021 Notification in the form of a PDF.
UPTET 2021 Eligibility
Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board (UPBEB) sets the eligibility of UPTET. Candidates who satisfy the UPTET 2021 eligibility criteria can apply for the exam and who will not be able to satisfy, the UPBEB will reject their application.
UPTET 2021 Nationality
- Eligible Indian aspirants can apply.
- Candidates belonging to Bhutan/Tibet/Nepal are also eligible to apply for the Uttar Pradesh TET 2021 exam.
UPTET 2021 Age limit
Candidates belonging to the following age group can apply.
| Categories | Age limit |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 18-40 Years |
| PH | 18-45 Years |
| OBC | 18-38 Years |
| UR | 18-35 Years |
UPTET 2021 Educational Qualification
UPTET 2021 eligibility is different for primary and post-primary aspirants. Aspiring candidates should meet the following eligibility criteria given below.
UPTET 2021 Primary Teacher Eligibility (Paper 1)
- They should have secured 50% marks in 12th standard and 4 years diploma in BElEd.
- The applicant should be a graduate with 2 years of B.T.C training. or
- Candidate should graduate/post-graduate degree from NCTE/RCI recognized University with 2 years DE|ED Diploma. or
- Candidate should be graduate with 2 Years of BTC training in Hindi or Urdu.
UPTET 2021 Paper 2 Eligibility (Post-Primary Teacher)
- Applicant should be a graduate or post-graduate from the recognized institute NCTE with 50% of marks.
- The applicant should be a graduate with 2 years in BTC training.
- Applicant should secure 50% marks from the recognized university or institute and also should have 2 years of B.Ed diploma or
- Applicant should have 50% marks in 12th and 4 years of diploma in B.El.Ed. or B.S.C.D.
UPTET 2021 Application Form
UPTET 2021 application form was released on the official website of UPBEB from on Oct 7, 2021. The candidates will be able to select the number of papers they want to appear for, either Paper 1 or Paper 2,+, or both the Papers. Paper 1 is for candidates who want to teach classes 1-5 and Paper 2 is for candidates who want to teach classes 6-8. Candidates can apply or appear for both Papers if they want to teach all the classes.
UPTET 2021 Application Fee
The application fee details are tabulated below.
| Category | Paper-I or Paper-II | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | INR 600 | INR 1200 |
| SC/ST | INR 400 | INR 800 |
| PwD | INR 100 | INR 200 |
UPTET 2021 Required Documents
During the UPTET 2021 Application Process, aspirants will be asked to upload scanned images of photograph and signature. The photograph should be recently taken against a white background. It must be passport size. The signature should be done in blue or black ink on a white paper.
These documents are necessary to complete the application of the UPTET 2021 Exam. Exam authorities prescribe certain criteria for the document upload process. The documents need to be in specific size, format and dimensions. These images of the scanned documents must adhere to the specifications defined by the authorities.
The specifications of document upload for the UPTET 2021 Exam are tabulated below.
| Document | Dimensions [in cm] | File Size | File Format |
| Photograph | 3.5 X 4.5 | 10-50KB | JPG/JPEG |
| Signature | 4.5 X 2.5 | 5-20KB |
UPTET 2021 Application Process
The UPTET 2021 Application Process consists of several steps like registration, filling the UPTET 2021 Application Form, paying the application fees, and uploading documents. All the steps mentioned here can be completed by going to the official website of the UPTET 2021 Exam as the entire UPTET 2021 Application Process is held online. All the information which is to be entered by the applicant during the UPTET 2021 Application Process must be correct. The UPTET 2021 Application Process is given below.
How to fill UPTET 2021 Application Form?
A step-by-step process to fill UPTET application form 2021 is provided below:
Step 1: Registration
- Log on to the UPTET official website.
- Click on the ‘UPTET 2021 Registration’ link to begin the online registration process.
- Next, you have to click on Candidate Registration.
- Afterwards, you have to fill the contact details e.g. valid mobile number and email address. You will receive your registration number and an OTP on your registered phone number and email ID.
Step 2: Verification of Registration
- To verify your registration, you will have to enter the registration number and the OTP received.
- After that, you will be registered successfully for UPTET 2021.
Step 3: Filling Education Details
- Firstly, click on educational details. Then, you have to log in with your credentials on the official website.
- UPTET application form will appear on the computer screen. Individuals will have to enter personal details (name, gender, date of birth, religion, category, etc.), qualification details.
Step 4: Paying Registration Fees
- Applicants should log in with the credentials and pay the fees via Debit or Credit Card.
- The application fee once paid, will not be refunded in any case.
Step 5: Filling the Address
- The candidate has to again login and fills the corresponding and permanent address in the fields provided and then submit the changes.
Step 6: Uploading the documents
- Applicants must upload a scanned image of their recent, passport-sized photograph.
- Candidates must choose the type of photo identity proof that they will carry to the UPTET 2021 Exam Centre.
- The format and resolution of the scanned copy of the photograph will be as given on the form.
- Aspirants can click on ‘Preview’ to view the photograph uploaded and can confirm it once they are satisfied with the quality of images.
Step 7: Downloading the Form
- Finally, a candidate can download his/her filled UPTET 2021 application form.
UPTET 2021 Admit Card
UPTET Admit Card 2021 has been released on the official website on Nov 19, 2021. Candidates can download by providing their respective roll number, birth date, and security pin they receive of UPTET 2021. The admit card will also be considered as UPTET 2021 Hall Ticket. Admit cards will not be sent by post to the candidates in any case. Candidates have to download the UPTET Hall Ticket from the official website only.
Details Mentioned on the Admit Card
UPTET admit card 2021 will contain the following details:
- Candidates Name
- UPTET 2021 Roll Number
- Date of the exam
- Exam Centre Name and details
- Timings of the exam
- Photo
- Signature
- Important instructions
It is mandatory to carry the admit card to the exam centre without which the entry will be denied. Candidates should carry ID Proofs like Aadaar card, voter card, etc along with the admit card to the exam centre for verification with a photo.
UPTET 2021 Admit Card Download
Step by step procedure on how to download UPTET admit card 2021 is given below:
- Step 1: Visit the official website.
- Step 2: Click on UPTET Admit Card 2021.
- Step 3: Enter Registration Number and Date of birth as login details.
- Step 4: Download and save your Admit Card. Obtain admit card in hard copy for future reference.
Note: Verify all the details mentioned on the admit card. Any discrepancies in the admit card should be notified to the concerned authority.
UPTET 2021 Exam Centres
UPTET Exam 2021 will be conducted in 76 exam centres in Utter Pradesh. Candidates have to multiple choose exam centres as their preference. But, they will be allotted with only one exam centre. The list of the UPTET Exam Centres 2021 is given below:
| Agra | Farrukhabad | Maharajganj |
| Aligarh | Fatehpur | Mahoba |
| Allahabad | Faizabad | Manipur |
| Almora | Gautam Budh Nagar | Mathura |
| Ambedkarnagar | Gazipur | Meerut |
| Amethi | Ghaziabad | Mirzapur |
| Auraiya | Gonda | Muzaffarnagar |
| Azamgarh | Gorakhpur | Pilibhit |
| Badaun | Hamirpur | Pratapgarh |
| Bahraich | Hapur | Raebareli |
| Ballia | Hathras | Rampur |
| Balrampur | Jalaun | Sambhal |
| Banda | Jaunpur | Sant Ravidas Nagar |
| Barabanki | Jhansi | Shahjahanpur |
| Bareilly | Kannauj | Shravasti |
| Basti | Kanpur Dehat | Siddharthnagar |
| Bepat | Kanpur Nagar | Sitapur |
| Bijnor | Kasganj | Subhadra |
| Bulandshahr | Kaushambi | Sultanpur |
| Chitrakoot | Kushinagar | Unnao |
| Deoria | Lalitpur | Varanasi |
| Etawa | Lucknow | - |
Note: Once any exam centre is allotted to the candidate, it would not be changed in any case. No such requests will be entertained by the board.
UPTET 2021 Exam Pattern
UPTET Exam 2021 is conducted in the offline and online mode. In the exam Objective type, multiple-choice questions will be asked. A total of 2 hours and 30 minutes will be given to answer 150 questions.
- Total Marks: 150
- Total Number of papers: There will be two separate papers for Primary and Post-Primary positions.
- Question Paper Language: Question paper will be in both English and Hindi language.
- Marking Scheme: One mark will be awarded for every correct answer and there is no negative marking.
Paper-I Pattern (Primary Teacher)
UPTET exam 2021 pattern for Paper-I is given below:
| Subjects | No.of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language 1 (Hindi) | 30 | 30 |
| Language 2 (English or Urdu or Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Paper-II Pattern (Post-Primary Teacher)
UPTET Exam 2021 pattern for Paper-II is given below:
| Subjects | No.of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child development and Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language 1 (Hindi) | 30 | 30 |
| Language 2 (English or Urdu or Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics or Social Sciences (Depending on the subjects taken) | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 15 |
UPTET 2021 Syllabus
Candidates have to know all the subjects and topics covered in the subjects. Candidates preparing for Paper 1 and Paper 2 will have almost similar subjects. However, not all subjects will be the same. For UPTET Paper 1 candidates should have a thorough knowledge of subjects like Child Development and Pedagogy, Maths, Language 1 which is Hindi, Language 2 which include either Urdu or Sanskriti or English, Environmental Studies. For UPTET Paper 2 a few remaining subjects like the same as Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1 (Hindi), Language 2 (English/ Sanskrit/ Urdu).
Syllabus for UPTET consists of topics for 2 papers. Details in the different papers are listed below. UPTET Syllabus 2021 has remained the same as of the previous year syllabus. Mentioned below are some of the important topics in each subject of Paper-1 and Paper-2.
UPTET 2021 Paper 1 Syllabus
UPTET 2021 Paper 1 Syllabus focuses on topics that are relevant for teaching Standards 1st to 5th. Candidates can refer to NCERT Books of 1st to 5th standards for a better understanding of the scope of UPTE. Paper I covers Teaching Methodology & Pedagogy, Languages (Hindi & English/Urdu/Sanskrit), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. Subjects Under Paper I is:
Child Development and Pedagogy
- Child development concept
- Learning and pedagogy
- Inclusive education guidance and counselling
- Teaching and learning disciplines
English
- Comprehension
- Language skills
- Parts of Speech
- Singular plural
- Active and passive voice
- Knowledge of the famous poetry of famous poets
Hindi/Urdu/Sanskrit
- Language comprehension
- Works of poets and writers
- Idioms and phrases
- Usage of punctuations
- Phrase, gender and timeF
- Noun, pronoun, verb and pronoun
- Tenses - Present, Past, Future
Mathematics
- Simple & compound interest
- Profit & loss
- Data handling
- Number system
- Shapes and geometry
- Measurement
- Area & Volume
Environmental Studies
- Family and friends
- Food and nutrition
- Water
- Plants and animals
- Sports and sportsmanship
- Administration
- Constitution
UPTET 2021 Paper 2 Syllabus
UPTET Paper 2 Syllabus focuses on topics like Child Development, Learning & Pedagogy, Languages (Hindi & English/Urdu/Sanskrit), Mathematics & Science, or Social Studies & Social Science. NCERT Books of 6th to 8th standards can be referred for a better understanding of the scope of UPTET 2021. Candidates have the option to choose between the sections of Mathematics & Science or Social Studies & Social Sciences. Subjects under Paper II are:
Child Development and Pedagogy
- Child development concept
- Concept of inclusive education and understanding children with special needs
- Learning and pedagogy
- Factors affecting child development
Language 1 (Hindi)
- Grammar
- Adjectives and distinctions
- Synonyms and antonyms
- Word Combinations
- Sentence formation
- Language pedagogy
- Ornamentation
Language 2 (English)
- Prepositions and its variants
- Adjectives and its variants
- Active and passive voice
- Negative and interrogative sentences
- Language pedagogy
- Intersection
- Synonyms and antonyms
- Suffixes with root words
Mathematics
- Percentage and Ratio
- Speed and distance
- Geometry
- Banking
- Algebra and Mensuration
- Average
- Pedagogy of Mathematics
- Number system & Simplification
Science
- Food & material
- Classification of plants and animals
- From cell to organ
- Pedagogy of Science
- Magnetism
- Carbon and its compounds
- Natural phenomenon and resources
- The structure and function of animals
Social Studies/Social Science
- History
- Civics
- Geography
- Music
- Home Science
- Sports and Physical Education
- Environmental Science
- Horticulture and Fruit Conservation
UPTET 2021 Reference Books
The candidates aspiring to qualify for UPTET 2021 must prepare and study the syllabus thoroughly. it is not enough to only study but to study the right books and only the best books possible. Some of the best books for UPTET 2021 are-
- UPTET (Paper-II) Upper Primary Level for Social Studies Teachers Guide by R.Gupta (Ramesh Publishing House)
- UPTET (Paper-II) Class VI-VIII Science/Maths – Hindi by RP. Singh (Unique Publishers
- UPTET Uttar Pradesh Teachers' Eligibility Test (Paper-II) Class 6-8 Maths and Science (Arihant Publications)
- UPTET (Paper-II) Class VI-VIII Social Studies/Social Science by RP. Singh (Unique Publications)
- 'Hindi Bhasha’ by Diamond Power Learning
- Social Studies, by Disha Publication
- English Language, by Geeta Sahni of Pearson Publication
- Environmental Studies, by Wiley Publication
- Quantitative Aptitude, RS Aggarwal published by S Chand
- UPTET Child Development and Pedagogy by Kiran Publication
UPTET 2021 Previous Year Question Paper
The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test is conducted to recruit candidates as teachers in primary and post-primary schools in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Many candidates sit for the UPTET 2021 Exam which is why it becomes difficult to clear the exam. To pass the exam candidates must prepare really well. Along with UPTET 2021 Reference Books, candidates should also solve old question papers. When candidates solve UPTET 2021 Previous Year Question Papers, they will be able to understand question types, paper pattern, etc. Solving old question papers will help candidates be more accurate at the time UPTET 2021 Exam.
UPTET 2021 Results
UPTET 2021 Results will be announced on the official website. Candidates can download their results of UPTET from the official website. Candidates who appeared for the UPTET 2021 can check their UPTET Result by providing their respective roll number and date of birth. After the conduction of the exam, the answer key is also released through which candidates can estimate as to how much marks they are likely to secure and whether they will qualify or not.
How to Check UPTET 2021 Results?
- Step 1: Visit the official website.
- Step 2: Click on the results link.
- Step 3: Enter your Registration Number and Password.
- Step 4: Candidates will be redirected to UPTET 2021 scorecard.
- Step 5: UPTET 2021 exam Result will display Subject wise marks and overall scores.
- Step 6: Download the scorecard and take a printout for future reference.
Note: In case a candidate has forgotten the password, the candidate must visit the official website and click on the result link or the exam link after which the option of 'Forgot application/Forgot Registration number' must be chosen. The candidate then must enter all the basic information such as name, mobile number, mail ID, date of birth, then submit it after which the registration number and the password will be sent to the registered mail ID.
UPTET 2021 Cut Off
Participating Colleges will declare UPTET cut off 2021 marks separately after the declaration of result. The cut off marks are different for a different category. The Expected Cut off for UPTET 2021 is given below.
| Category | Minimum Total Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 150 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 82 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 82 |
UPTET 2021 Salary
Thye UPTET 2021 Salary is different for primary teachers and upper primary teachers. The salary depends on the place or the location of the job whether it is a populated city or whether it is a small town or city.
- The UPTET 2021 Basic pay is INR 9300 and the Grade pay is INR 4200.
- The UPTET 2021 Pay band is INR 9300-34800.
- The teachers also receive HRA or House Rent Allowance; 30% of the basic pay for teachers living in Metropolitan cities, 20% of the basic pay for other cities, and less than 20% for rural areas. The teachers also receive DA or Dearness Allowance.
- The UPTET 2021 qualified candidates who shall get the training for Teaching shall also receive a stipend during the training period which is INR 7300 per month.
UPTET 2021 Preparation Tips
The UPTET 2021 aspirants must follow certain steps in order to qualify the exam. Some of them are-
- Candidates must learn the syllabus of UPTET 2021 thoroughly.
- The candidates must also make a time table or a study plan and must revise all the subjects weekly.
- The candidates if they have doubts or do not understand a particular topic or subject must seek professional help.
- The candidates must take mock tests online and practice previous year question papers to improve their accuracy and time management.
- They must also start preparing months before the exam and avoid last-minute preparations.
- The candidates must remain calm and confident on the day of the exam.
UPTET 2019-20 Paper Analysis
The UP Teacher Eligibility Test 2019-20 was held on 8th Jan 2020. This exam was held in two slots where paper 1 was from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm, and Paper 2 was from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. The exam mode is offline and the questions are mostly MCQs. Paper 1 consists of 150 questions divided among 5 subjects, and Paper 2 also has 150 questions but it is divided among 4 subjects.
UPTET 2021 Paper 1 Analysis:
The paper was of moderate difficulty as compared to last year’s paper. Students said they easily attempted over 120 out of 150 questions in this paper. Most of the questions were asked directly from the theory part of the syllabus.
- The English section in this paper consisted of more questions that were related to grammar.
- The child development section was comparatively easy with more questions related to pedagogy.
- There were no questions related to reading comprehension in the languages section of this paper.
- The mathematics section seemed to have more questions related to arithmetics and was calculative.
- The EVS section was of a difficulty level between moderate and difficult.
UPTET 2021 Paper 2 Analysis:
The UPTET 2019-20 paper 2 was reviewed as a moderate to difficult level by most of the students. The student reviews also pointed out that the CTET exam that was conducted before was a lot easier than the UPTET 2019-20 exam paper.
- The social sciences section was a bit difficult when compared with the other sections of the paper.
- The child development and pedagogy section of this year’s paper did not have any teaching aptitude questions and the students had a bit of difficulty there.
- The mathematics and Hindi sections of the paper were easy when compared to the would-be scoring section i.e; the social sciences section.
UPTET Contact Details
If candidates face any issues regarding the UPTET 2021 Exam, they are advised to contact the authorities. The contact details of the UPTET exam authorities are stated below.
- Official Website: updeled.gov.in
- Phone: 0532-2467504, 2466769
- Email ID: [email protected]
FAQs
How long UPTET score is valid?
UPTET certificate will be valid for a period of 5 years from the date of its issuance. This certificate will be only valid for applying for jobs under the Government of Uttar Pradesh only.
Is there any limit on attempts for UPTET?
No, there is no limit of the number of attempts for UPTET. However, the candidates of age in between 18 to 35 years are eligible to apply for UPTET.
Is CTET valid in Uttar Pradesh?
Yes, CTET is valid in Uttar Pradesh for a span of 7 years.
Does UPTET have negative marking?
No, there is no negative marking UPTET.
When is the UPTET form going to get released?
It will be tentatively released in the month of November.
If I want to withdraw my application, would the application fee be refunded?
No, the application fee is non-refundable.
Can we submit the application fee through a Demand Draft?
No, the fee can be only paid by a Credit Card or a Debit Card. No other modes of payment will be accepted.
What is the education and the nationality criteria for UPTET?
Candidates must have a bachelor\'s degree or must graduate from any discipline or course. The candidates must also either be an Indian citizen or either belong to Tibet, Nepal or Bhutan.
What is the mode of UPTET exam and is the exam bilingual?
The mode of UPTET exam is offline meaning it is pen-paper based. It is bilingual, meaning it is conducted with both the languages of Hindi and English.
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