UP TGT PGT Exam Pattern 2025: Know Marking Scheme & Duration

UP TGT PGT 2026 ( UP TGT PGT )

Rachit Kumar Saxena
Updated on Sep 13, 2025 20:02 IST

By Rachit Kumar Saxena, Manager-Editorial

Overview

UP TGT PGT Exam Pattern 2025: Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Services Selection Board (UPSESSB), Allahabad, has prescribed the exam pattern for the UP TGT and UP PGT 2025 examinations. Candidates should be aware of the latest UP TGT PGT question paper pattern and structure to prepare for the exam accordingly.  The UP TGT PGT exams are organised offline in pen and paper mode. Both exams are of two hours duration and include objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs). However, there is a difference between the two exams in terms of the marking scheme. As per the UP TGT exam pattern 2025, a total of 125 questions are asked for 4 marks each. On the other hand, the UP PGT exam pattern 2025 involves a total of 125 questions of 3.4 marks each.

Go through the UP TGT and UP PGT paper pattern below and know the details regarding the marking scheme, number of questions, negative marking and exam duration. The UP TGT PGT exam date has been announced.

Also Read: UP TGT PGT Admit Card 2025

Q:   What is the paper pattern for UP TGT exam?
A: 

The UP TGT exam is conducted offline in pen and paper mode. Have a look at the detailed UP TGT exam pattern below-

  • UP TGT exam duration- 2 hours
  • Marks- 500 marks
  • Marking scheme- +4 marks for each correct answer
  • Negative marking- No
  • Language of exam- Hindi and English
Q:   What is the paper pattern for UP PGT exam?
A: 

The UP PGT exam is conducted offline in pen and paper mode. Candidates need to mark their answers in the OMR sheets using the ballpoint pen. The UP TGT paper pattern involves the marking scheme, number of questions and duration of the exam. Have a look at the detailed UP PGT exam pattern below:

  • UP PGT exam duration: 2 hours
  • Total marks: 425 marks
  • Marking scheme: +3.4 marks for each correct answer
  • Negative marking: No negative marking for wrong answer
  • Language of exam: Hindi and English
Q:   Is there negative marking in UP TGT PGT exam?
A: 

No, there is no negative marking in the UP TGT PGT exam. The UP TGT exam carries a total of 500 marks and UP PGT carries 425 marks. In UP TGT exam, a total of 125 questions are asked of 4 marks each. In UP PGT exam, 125 questions are asked of 3.4 marks each. There is no negative marking in the UP TGT PGT exam for wrong answers or unattempted questions in the exam. 

Table of contents
  • UP TGT PGT Exam Pattern 2025: Highlights
  • UP TGT Exam Pattern 2025
  • UP PGT Exam Pattern 2025
  • UP TGT PGT 2025: Preparation Strategy
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UP TGT PGT Exam Pattern 2025: Highlights

Have a look at the highlights of the UP TGT and UP PGT exam pattern below:

Particular

Details

Exam Name

  • UPSESSB UP Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) 
  • UPSESSB UP Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) 

Mode of Exam

Offline

Duration

2 hours

No. of Questions

125

Total Marks

  • TGT: 500 marks
  • PGT: 425 marks

Marking Scheme

  • TGT: +4 marks for each correct answer
  • PGT: +3.4 marks for each correct answer

Negative Marking

No negative marking for wrong answer

Language of Exam

Hindi & English

Also Read: UP TGT PGT Syllabus 2025

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UP TGT Exam Pattern 2025

The UP TGT exam is conducted for the recruitment of Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) in the Uttar Pradesh schools. Candidates looking forward to appearing for the UP TGT recruitment exam should know the complete pattern to be aware of the marking scheme, number of questions and duration of the exam. Have a look at the detailed UP TGT paper pattern below:

Particular

UP TGT Exam Pattern

Exam Mode

Written (Offline)

Total Questions

125 questions

Total Marks

500 marks

Exam Duration

2 hours

Type of Questions

Objective- type multiple choice questions (MCQs)

Marking Scheme

+4 marks for each correct answer and no negative marking for the wrong answer

Also Read: UP TGT PGT Vacancy 2025

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UP PGT Exam Pattern 2025

The UP PGT exam is conducted for the recruitment of Post Graduate Teachers (PGT) in Uttar Pradesh schools. Candidates who want to appear for the UP PGT recruitment exam should know the latest pattern to be aware of the marking scheme, number of questions and duration of the exam. Have a look at the detailed UP PGT paper pattern below:

Particular

UP PGT Exam Pattern

Exam Mode

Written (Offline)

Total Questions

125 questions

Total Marks

425 marks

Exam Duration

2 hours

Type of Questions

Objective- type multiple choice questions (MCQs)

Marking Scheme

+3.4 marks for each correct answer and no negative marking for the wrong answer

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UP TGT PGT 2025: Preparation Strategy

Candidates need to build a concrete preparation strategy to crack the UP TGT PGT Exam 2025. For the ease of candidates, we have shared below some of the best UP TGT PGT preparation tips that will help candidates for the upcoming exam.

  • Cover the entire syllabus by undertaking deep studies.
  • Candidates should set their goals and devote dedicated time to attain each desired goal.
  • Candidates should build up a plan to cover every topic of the syllabus in detail.
  • Candidates need to prepare for Current Affairs and General Knowledge for the exam. For this purpose, candidates should read daily newspapers like The Hindu and refer to some best books for General Knowledge.
  • Candidates should prepare short notes which will be helpful during the last minutes before the exam.
  • Attempt previous years’ papers. Moreover, practise the mock tests.

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