The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has published the revised Super TET 2026 syllabus and examination pattern for Assistant Teacher recruitment. The pattern covers Primary Teachers (Classes 1–5) and Upper Primary Teachers (Classes 6–8). The written examination has 120 MCQs for 360 marks in 120 minutes, with +3 marks for a correct answer and −1 for an incorrect one. The tentative exam dates are 3 and 4 December 2026.
Important Note
1. The marking is +3 per correct answer and −1 per wrong answer — not a simple 1-mark pattern. A wrong answer costs one mark but a right answer earns three. Avoid random guessing.
2. Primary and Upper Primary examinations have the same marks total (360) and duration (120 minutes) but different structures. The Primary paper covers 10 subject groups; the Upper Primary paper has a compulsory GK section and one 90-question subject paper.
3. The tentative examination dates are 3 and 4 December 2026. Check upessc.up.gov.in for official exam date confirmation and admit card notices.
Super TET 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Examination | Super TET / UP Assistant Teacher Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Posts | Assistant Teacher – Primary (Classes 1–5) and Upper Primary (Classes 6–8) |
| Total Questions | 120 |
| Total Marks | 360 |
| Exam Duration | 120 minutes |
| Correct Answer | +3 marks |
| Incorrect Answer | −1 mark |
| Unattempted | 0 marks |
| Question Paper Language | Hindi and English |
| Tentative Exam Dates | 3 and 4 December 2026 |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
Super TET Primary Teacher Exam Pattern 2026 (Classes 1–5)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs | 25 | 75 |
| Logical Reasoning | 5 | 15 |
| Hindi, Sanskrit and English | 30 | 90 |
| Science | 8 | 24 |
| Mathematics | 16 | 48 |
| Environmental and Social Studies | 8 | 24 |
| Teaching Skills | 8 | 24 |
| Child Psychology | 8 | 24 |
| Information Technology | 4 | 12 |
| Life Skills, Management and Attitude | 8 | 24 |
| Total | 120 | 360 |
Languages and academic subjects are at up to Class 12 level. Teaching Skills, Child Psychology, Information Technology and Life Skills are at D.El.Ed curriculum level.
Super TET Primary Teacher Syllabus 2026 (Subject-wise)
1. General Knowledge and Current Affairs (25 Questions / 75 Marks)
National and international events; current affairs related to Uttar Pradesh; important places and personalities; books, authors and awards; sports; Indian culture and art.
2. Logical Reasoning (5 Questions / 15 Marks)
Analogies and classification; assertion and reason; coding and decoding; number and letter series; direction sense; Venn diagrams; data interpretation; puzzles; clock and calendar problems.
3. Hindi, Sanskrit and English (30 Questions / 90 Marks)
Grammar; reading comprehension; unseen prose and poetry passages; language understanding and usage — across Hindi, Sanskrit and English. (Level: up to Class 12.)
4. Science (8 Questions / 24 Marks)
Science in daily life; motion, force and energy; light and sound; living organisms; human body and health; hygiene and nutrition; environment and natural resources; matter and its states. (Level: up to Class 12.)
5. Mathematics (16 Questions / 48 Marks)
Number system; fractions and decimals; ratio and proportion; percentages; profit, loss and discount; simple interest; algebraic identities; area and volume; basic geometry; elementary statistics. (Level: up to Class 12.)
6. Environmental and Social Studies (8 Questions / 24 Marks)
Earth and solar system; Indian geography; rivers and natural resources; Indian freedom struggle; Indian Constitution; government and administration; transportation and road safety; environmental protection; disaster management. (Level: up to Class 12.)
7. Teaching Skills (8 Questions / 24 Marks)
Teaching methods and skills; planning and management; inclusive education; educational assessment and measurement; early reading skills; new initiatives in elementary education; educational administration. (Level: D.El.Ed curriculum.)
8. Child Psychology (8 Questions / 24 Marks)
Individual differences; factors affecting child development; learning theories and classroom application; creation of a suitable learning environment; special education for children with disabilities. (Level: D.El.Ed curriculum.)
9. Information Technology (4 Questions / 12 Marks)
Basic computer knowledge; internet and smartphones; educational applications; information technology in classroom and school management; Open Educational Resources; audio-visual teaching materials. (Level: D.El.Ed curriculum.)
10. Life Skills, Management and Attitude (8 Questions / 24 Marks)
Professional conduct and ethics; motivation; teacher as facilitator and counsellor; communication skills; constitutional and human values; classroom management. (Level: D.El.Ed curriculum.)
Super TET Upper Primary Teacher Exam Pattern 2026 (Classes 6–8)
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section I (Compulsory) | General Knowledge | 30 | 90 |
| Section II | Selected Teaching Subject | 90 | 270 |
| Total | 120 | 360 |
All Upper Primary candidates attempt Section I. Section II depends on the teaching post applied for.
Upper Primary: Section I — General Knowledge (30 Questions / 90 Marks)
National and international current affairs; Indian history and freedom movement; Indian geography and natural resources; Indian polity, Constitution and governance; Panchayati Raj; economic and social development; sustainable development; population and environment; ecology, biodiversity and climate change; general science.
Upper Primary: Section II — Teaching Subject (90 Questions / 270 Marks)
| Teaching Post | Prescribed Subject |
|---|---|
| Language Teacher | Hindi, English or Sanskrit (as per application) |
| Social Studies Teacher | Social Studies (History, Geography, Polity, Economics) |
| Science and Mathematics Teacher | Science + Mathematics |
Language Syllabus (Hindi / English / Sanskrit)
History of the language and literature; grammar; unseen prose and poetry comprehension; important writers, poets and literary works.
Social Studies Syllabus
History — ancient to freedom movement and post-independence; Indian and world geography; Indian Constitution, democracy and governance; local and district administration; economy; social issues; environmental and disaster management.
Mathematics Syllabus
Number systems; LCM and HCF; squares, cubes and their roots; ratio and proportion; percentage; profit, loss and simple/compound interest; algebra, linear and quadratic equations; parallel lines, triangles, circles; mensuration; statistics — mean, median, mode; bar graphs and pie charts; probability; basic trigonometry.
Science Syllabus (Biology, Physics, Chemistry)
Biology: Living and non-living things; cell and tissue; microorganisms and diseases; food, nutrition and health; human body systems; reproduction and adolescence.
Physics: Motion, force and energy; simple machines; sound and light; electricity and magnetism; heat; alternative energy sources.
Chemistry: Matter and its properties; acids, bases and salts; metals and minerals; carbon and compounds; periodic table; air and water; environmental pollution.
Marking Scheme
| Response | Marks |
|---|---|
| Correct Answer | +3 |
| Incorrect Answer | −1 |
| Unattempted | 0 |
Score formula: (Correct × 3) − (Incorrect × 1)
Example: 80 correct, 20 wrong → Score = (80 × 3) − (20 × 1) = 240 − 20 = 220 marks
Primary vs Upper Primary: Quick Comparison
| Feature | Primary (Classes 1–5) | Upper Primary (Classes 6–8) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Questions | 120 | 120 |
| Total Marks | 360 | 360 |
| Duration | 120 minutes | 120 minutes |
| GK Questions | 25 | 30 |
| Language | Combined 30-Q section | Separate 90-Q subject paper (if applicable) |
| Teaching Subject | Multiple distributed sections | 90 questions from selected subject |
| Marking | +3 / −1 | +3 / −1 |
Preparation Tips for Super TET 2026
- The language section (30 Qs, 90 marks) is the highest-scoring area in the Primary paper — prioritise Hindi, Sanskrit and English grammar.
- Mathematics (16 Qs, 48 marks) carries the second-highest marks in Primary — practise regularly.
- For Upper Primary, the selected subject paper (90 Qs, 270 marks) is decisive. Allocate most preparation time there.
- Attempt mock tests with the +3/−1 scheme. Aim to attempt 90–100 questions accurately rather than attempting all 120.
- For GK, focus on UP-specific current affairs alongside national topics.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Super TET Official Syllabus / UPESSC Recruitment Notifications | Click Here |
| UPESSC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
How many questions and marks are in Super TET 2026?
120 MCQs for 360 marks. Each correct answer gives +3 marks; each wrong answer deducts 1 mark.
What is the duration of the Super TET exam?
120 minutes (2 hours).
What is the difference between Primary and Upper Primary syllabus?
Primary (Classes 1–5) has 10 subject groups covering general subjects. Upper Primary (Classes 6–8) has a compulsory GK section (30 Qs) and a 90-question selected teaching subject paper.
What are the tentative Super TET 2026 exam dates?
3 and 4 December 2026. Confirm on upessc.up.gov.in.
Is there negative marking?
Yes. 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
What level are the academic subjects set at for Primary?
Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Science, Mathematics and Environmental Studies are set at up to Class 12 level. Teaching Skills, Child Psychology, IT and Life Skills are at D.El.Ed curriculum level.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the Super TET 2026 syllabus and examination pattern published for UPESSC Assistant Teacher recruitment. Candidates must verify all exam pattern details and the official exam date on upessc.up.gov.in. JobShouter is not associated with UPESSC. This article is for informational purposes only.
