UP TGT Science Syllabus 2026 released: general studies and negative marking introduced

The Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Services Selection Board (UPSESSB) has officially released the UP TGT Science Syllabus and Exam Pattern for 2026. This announcement, made today, 23 October 2026, outlines the evaluation criteria for candidates aspiring to Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) Science posts at the secondary level across Uttar Pradesh.

The syllabus, made available on 03 August 2026, introduces notable changes to the examination structure, including the integration of General Studies and rolling out negative marking for the first time in TGT recruitment. These revisions aim to comprehensively assess candidates’ subject knowledge, scientific aptitude, analytical skills, and general awareness for teaching Science at the secondary level.

Revised Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme

The UP TGT Science Exam 2026 will feature a revised pattern compared to previous cycles. The updated TGT exam will now comprise 120 questions, with 90 questions drawn from the core subject (Science, encompassing Physics and Chemistry) and 30 questions from General Studies. The total marks for this updated examination pattern are 360.

A significant change for the 2026 recruitment cycle is the introduction of negative marking, which was absent in prior TGT examinations. All questions remain compulsory, with each multiple-choice question offering four answer options, only one of which is correct. The exam duration is 2 hours. For PGT candidates, those who clear the written exam will also participate in a 40-mark interview.

Comprehensive Science Syllabus Details

The UP TGT Science Syllabus 2026 is designed to evaluate candidates’ understanding across core scientific disciplines. It covers fundamental and advanced scientific concepts essential for teaching at the secondary level. The syllabus is divided into Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Science sections.

The Physics section includes topics such as Dimensions and Measurement, Mechanics, Heat, Light, Electrical Cell, and Modern Physics. The Chemistry section covers Matter, Laws of Chemical Combination, Structure of Matter, Atomic Structure, Radioactivity, Chemical Bonding, Chemical Reactions, Electrochemical Cell, Periodic Classification of Elements, and General Organic Chemistry. For Biology, the syllabus contains Cell Biology, Human Physiology, Ecology, Plant Physiology, and Genetics. The inclusion of Environmental Science ensures a all-around understanding of scientific principles and their real-world applications.

Recruitment Overview and Key Dates

This recruitment drive is part of the UP TGT PGT Teacher Vacancy (Advt No. 01/2022) and aims to fill 3539 TGT vacancies. The selection process for TGT positions involves a written examination and an interview. The UP TGT exam dates are scheduled for 3rd and 4th June 2026. Candidates can download the UP TGT Science Syllabus 2026 PDF from the official portal of the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) without any application fee.

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