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UP TGT PGT 2025 ( UP TGT PGT )

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Rupali Pruthi
Updated on Sep 13, 2025 20:32 IST

By Rupali Pruthi, Deputy Manager - Editorial

UP TGT PGT Previous Years Question Papers: To understand the exam paper structure and questions asked, it is a must for candidates to attempt exam question papers after covering the syllabus. Candidates must practice previous years' UP TGT PGT question papers so that they know how to use the allotted time to attempt the complete paper on time. Prior knowledge and practice of the UP TGT PGT previous years' papers help candidates in solving the questions better. Download the UP TGT question papers and UP PGT question papers for free below and start practising for the exam.

Solving the UP TGT PGT question papers helps candidates in their exam preparations. Candidates can have a good knowledge about the UP TGT PGT exam pattern, marking scheme and topics from which questions are asked by practising the question papers. The UP TGT PGT question paper PDFs 2025 will be shared here soon after the exam. The UPSESSB prepares the question papers for the UP TGT PGT exam as per the latest exam pattern and syllabus. Candidates should cover the entire UP TGT PGT syllabus before they attempt the previous years’ papers.

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

The UP TGT 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 TGT exam pattern below:

  • UP TGT exam duration: 2 hours
  • Total marks: 500 marks
  • Marking scheme: +4 marks for each correct answer
  • Negative marking: No negative marking for wrong answer
  • Language of exam: Hindi and English
Q:   What is the syllabus of UP TGT exam?
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The UPSESSB has prescribed the UP TGT syllabus for the recruitment of Trained Graduate Teachers (TGT) in Uttar Pradesh schools. The UP TGT syllabus PDF was released on the official website along with the official notification. The UP TGT syllabus differs for all the subjects- Hindi, Mathematics, Home Science, Urdu, English, Sanskrit, Commerce, Agriculture, Art, Physical Education, Science, Biology, Social Science and Music. Candidates can check and download the details UP TGT syllabus here - https://www.shiksha.com/exams/up-tgt-pgt-exam-syllabus

Table of content
  • UP TGT PGT Previous Year Question Paper
  • UP TGT PGT Previous Years Question Paper PDFs
  • UP TGT Question Paper: Exam Pattern
  • UP PGT Question Paper: Exam Pattern
  • UP TGT PGT Previous Year Question Paper PDFs: FAQs
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UP TGT PGT Previous Year Question Paper

The UP TGT PGT previous years’ papers are of great help when it comes to cracking the exam with good scores. By attempting the UP PGT and TGT question papers, candidates get a clear idea about:

  • Topics that are frequently asked in the exam
  • Weightage of topics
  • Difficulty level of the exam
  • Marking scheme

Practising these UP TGT PGT previous years' question paper PDF also helps candidates in time-management and accuracy during the exam. It is suggested that candidates should first learn the entire syllabus of UP TGT and PGT exam and then practice the question papers.

Also Read: UP TGT PGT Exam Date 2025

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Q:   How many papers are there in UP PGT exam?
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The UP PGT exam is conducted for several papers depending upon the vacancies announced by the Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Services Selection Board (UPSESSB) for different posts of Post Graduate Teachers (PGT). The UP PGT exam is generally conducted for the following papers- Hindi, English, Sanskrit, Mathematics, Home Science, Arts, Political Science, History, Geography, Commerce, Agriculture, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Chemistry, Pedagogy, Biology and Physics. 

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

The UP TGT 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 TGT exam pattern below:

  • UP TGT exam duration: 2 hours
  • Total marks: 500 marks
  • Marking scheme: +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?
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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. 

Download previous year UP TGT PGT question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download UP TGT PGT previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

UP TGT PGT Previous Years Question Paper PDFs

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UP TGT Hindi Actual Question Paper 2021

UP PGT Question Papers: Download PDF

UP PGT Physics Actual Question Paper 2021
UP TGT Hindi Actual Question Paper 2021
UP PGT English Actual Question Paper 2021
UP PGT Civics Actual Question Paper 2021
UP PGT Maths Actual Question Paper 2021
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UP TGT Question Paper: Exam Pattern

The UP TGT question paper is set as per the exam pattern notified by the UPSESSB. Have a look at the detailed UP TGT exam pattern 2025 below:

Particular

Details

Exam Mode

Written (Offline)

Total Questions

125 questions

Total Marks

500 marks

Exam Duration

2 hours

Type of Questions

MCQs

UP TGT Marking Scheme

  • +4 marks for each correct answer
  • No negative marking for the wrong answer

Also Read: UP TGT PGT Admit Card

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Commonly asked questions
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
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UP PGT Question Paper: Exam Pattern

The UP PGT question paper is set by the UPSESSB based on the latest exam pattern and structure. The detailed UP PGT exam pattern 2025 is shared 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

MCQs

UP PGT Marking Scheme

  • +3.4 marks for each correct answer
  • No negative marking for the wrong answer

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Q:   What is UP TGT PGT exam date?
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The Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Services Selection Board (UPSESSB), Allahabad, has postponed the exam dates for the UP PGT recruitment. The UP PGT exam which was scheduled to be held on October 15 and 16, 2025 is now postponed. The UP TGT exam will be held on December 18 and 19, 2025. The UP TGT PGT exam for the 2022 session exam will be conducted offline in pen and paper mode.

Q:   Is the UP TGT PGT exam postponed?
A: 

Yes, the UP PGT exam has been postponed by the Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Services Selection Board (UPSESSB). The new exam dates will be announced soon. Have a look at the schedule of UPSESSB TGT and PGT exams below:

Exam Name

New Exam Date

UP TGT

18 & 19 December 2025

UP PGT

Postponed

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UP TGT PGT Previous Year Question Paper PDFs: FAQs

The UP PGT TGT previous years papers FAQs are shared below:

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Q:   Is B.Ed compulsory for UP PGT?
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Candidates aspiring to become PGT teacher in Uttar Pradesh schooks need to have a BEd Degree, compulsorily. Candidates must have a Master's Degree in the respective subject from a recognised university along with BEd Degree/ MEd Degree/ PhD/ Part in National Sports Championship. Candidates who fulfill the laid down UP PGT eligibility criteria are eligble to apply for the exam. 

Q:   What is the official website of UP TGT PGT admit card?
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The official website to download the UP TGT PGT admit card is the website of the Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Services Selection Board (UPSESSB), Allahabad, that is, upsessb.pariksha.nic.in. Candidates need to visit the official UPSESSB website to download their UP PGT TGT admit cards. Moreover, the direct download link of the admit card will be provided here as well - https://www.shiksha.com/exams/up-tgt-pgt-exam-admit-card

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