The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) Day 2 Paper 1 was held on July 3, 2026, and candidates found it moderately easy. The exam was conducted across multiple centers in Uttar Pradesh. According to feedback from aspirants, the questions were largely from the prescribed syllabus, with a balanced mix of topics.
Exam Pattern and Difficulty Level
Paper 1 is intended for candidates aspiring to teach classes 1 to 5. The paper consisted of 150 multiple-choice questions, each carrying one mark, with no negative marking. The duration was 2.5 hours. Topics included Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I (Hindi), Language II (English/Sanskrit/Urdu), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. Candidates reported that the Child Development section was straightforward, while Mathematics had a few tricky questions. Overall, the paper was rated as moderately easy, with many expecting to score well.
Unofficial Answer Key Released
Several coaching institutes have released unofficial answer keys for UPTET Paper 1. Candidates can use these keys to calculate their probable scores. However, the official answer key will be published by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board (UPBEB) on its website. The unofficial keys are based on expert analysis and may have minor discrepancies. Candidates are advised to cross-check with the official key once released.
How to Check Marks Using Unofficial Answer Key
To check marks, candidates need to match their responses with the answer key. For each correct answer, add one mark. No marks are deducted for wrong answers. The total marks out of 150 can be calculated. Many websites have also provided online score calculators where candidates can input their responses to get an estimated score.
What Next After UPTET?
Candidates who qualify the UPTET will receive a certificate valid for a lifetime. This certificate is mandatory for teaching in primary schools in Uttar Pradesh. The result is expected within a few weeks. Qualified candidates can then apply for teaching vacancies in state government schools.
Candidates' Reactions
According to Ravi Sharma, a candidate from Lucknow, "The paper was easier than expected. The Mathematics section had a few difficult questions, but overall I am confident of scoring above 120." Another candidate, Priya Singh, said, "The Environmental Studies section was very easy. The unofficial answer key suggests I have done well."
