Name the subjects covered in UPTET Paper 2?

UPTET Paper 2 subjects are mentioned below: Child Development and Pedagogy: 30 questions Language I (Hindi): 30 questions Language II (English/Urdu/Sanskrit): 30 questions Mathematics and Science: 60 questions (for Maths/Science teachers) OR Social Studies – 60 questions (for Social Studies teachers) In total 150 question will be asked in an offline mode.

What is the marking scheme of Papers 1 and 2 in the UPTET exam?

In the UPTET exam, candidates are given four choices for every question. Candidates can check below the marking scheme: UPTET Marking Parameters Marks Allotted for Paper 1 Marks Allotted for Paper 2 Correct answer +1 +1 Incorrect answer 0 0 Un-attempted question 0 0

Is there any sectional time limit in the UPTET exam?

No, there is no sectional time limit in the UPTET examination. Candidates have to complete the entire exam in a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes. That is, candidates can attempt any section as per their convenience within a total duration of 2.5 hours.

How many questions are asked in each paper of the UPTET exam?

In the UPTET exam 2025, each paper will contain 150 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). There is no negative marking in the UPTET exam.

What is the duration of the UPTET Paper 1 exam?

The duration of the UPTET (Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test) Paper 1 exam is 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes). Candidates who are aspiring to teach Classes 1 to 5 give the UPTET Paper 1 exam. It comprises five sections, namely Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1 (Hindi), Language 2 (English/Urdu/Sanskrit), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies.

What is the qualifying marks for the UPTET 2025 exam?

In the UPTET exam, the minimum qualifying marks for the General category is 60% and for the reserved categories (OBC, SC, ST) is 55%. Have a look at the UPTET Qualifying Marks below. Category UPTET Qualifying Percentage UPTET Qualifying Marks General 60 per cent 90 SC/ST/OBC/Ex-S/PwD 55 per cent 82

UPTET Exam Pattern 2025 (Paper 1 & 2): Check Marking Scheme Here

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Exam On - 29 Jan '26 - 30 Jan '26

Updated on Aug 4, 2025 16:07 IST

By Shikha Goyal, Assistant Manager

UPTET Exam Pattern 2025 is prescribed by the UP Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC). The UPTET Exam Pattern is the most important aspect of the UPTET exam. UPTET Exam Pattern helps candidates to know the pattern of the exam, syllabus & marking scheme of the UPTET 2025 Exam. The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) is conducted for two papers – Paper 1 and 2.

Candidates need to appear for Paper 1 if they plan to teach Classes 1-5. On the other hand, candidates need to appear for Paper 2 if they plan to teach Classes 6-8. The exam pattern differs for both papers in terms of the number of subjects and the total number of questions. Here we have provided the latest UP TET Exam Pattern and UPTET Syllabus for Paper 1 and 2 below.

Candidates are advised to go through the Exam Pattern for Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) below to prepare well for the exam. Scroll down for more information.

Q: What is the mode of conducting the UPTET examination?

The UPTET exam will be conducted in an offline mode (pen-and-paper-based test). That is, candidates will be provided with a physical question paper and an OMR sheet to mark their answers.

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