UP TGT: Download admit card for June 3 & 4 exams

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) released admit cards on May 30, 2026, for the Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Recruitment Examination 2026. The examination is scheduled to take place on June 3 and 4, 2026, for candidates who applied under Advertisement Number 01/2022.

A total of 868,531 candidates are expected to appear for the 3,539 TGT positions. The examination will be conducted at 614 centers across 36 districts in Uttar Pradesh, marking a significant recruitment drive for the state’s education sector.

UP TGT Examination Schedule and Format

The UP TGT Recruitment Examination 2026 will be conducted over two days, with two shifts each day. The morning shift is scheduled from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM, while the afternoon shift will run from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. The examination is objective type, comprising multiple-choice questions.

Prior to the release of admit cards, the UPESSC had provided details regarding the ‘Exam City’ to assist candidates in planning their travel arrangements. The full schedule for the TGT examination, including subjects for each shift, is detailed below:

Admit Card Download and Examination Day Guidelines

Candidates can download their admit cards from the official UPESSC website, upessc.up.gov.in. To access the admit card, candidates will need their registration number or application number and their date of birth. The admit card is a mandatory document for entry into the examination center.

On the day of the examination, candidates must present a printed copy of their admit card along with a valid photo ID. Entry will be denied to any candidate without these two documents. Candidates are advised to verify all details on their admit card and contact the authorities immediately if any discrepancies are found. It is also recommended to reach the examination center before the reporting time and adhere to all instructions and guidelines mentioned on the admit card.

Overview of UPESSC Recruitment Examinations 2026

The UPESSC announced the UP TGT PGT Exam Date 2026 on January 20, 2026, as part of a broader schedule of recruitment examinations for various teaching positions. This includes examinations for Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), Assistant Professor, and the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET).

The Assistant Professor Recruitment Exam, initially subject to postponements and cancellations, is now scheduled for April 18 and 19, 2026. The PGT exams are set for May 9 and 10, 2026, while the TET exams will take place from July 2 to 4, 2026. The minimum age limit for application across these roles is 18 years, with age relaxation provisions for reserved categories, including 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwD candidates.

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Written by Nishit Kumar

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