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SUPER TET 2026

Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board (UPBEB)

Mode

Offline

Level

Graduate

Vacancies

17,000+

Fee

₹600 (Gen/OBC), ₹400 (SC/ST/PWD)

Key dates

Notification

01 Jul 2026

Application Last Date

15 Aug 2026

Admit Card

10 Oct 2026

Written Exam

20 Oct 2026

Result

Dec 2026

About this exam

SUPER TET 2026 is conducted by UPBEB for direct appointment as Assistant Teacher in UP government primary and upper primary schools. 17,000+ vacancies. Prerequisite: valid CTET or UPTET certificate. 150 MCQs, no negative marking, 2.5 hours. Minimum qualifying: 65 marks (Gen), 60 (reserved). Salary Rs. 50,000–65,000/month in-hand. Application closes Aug 15, 2026; exam Oct 20, 2026.

Eligibility

  • Must have cleared CTET (Paper I/II) or UPTET (Paper I/II) — mandatory
  • Primary Teacher (Class 1–5): D.El.Ed / BTC / B.Ed with CTET/UPTET Paper I qualification
  • Upper Primary Teacher (Class 6–8): Graduation with B.Ed and CTET/UPTET Paper II qualification
  • Age limit: 21 to 40 years; age relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PWD (15 years)
  • Domicile of Uttar Pradesh required for most posts

Syllabus

  • Language (Hindi, English, Sanskrit)
  • Science
  • Mathematics
  • Environment and Social Studies
  • Teaching Methodology and Skills
  • Child Psychology
  • Current Affairs
  • General Knowledge
  • Logical Knowledge
  • Information Technology
  • Life Skills / Management and Aptitude

Exam Pattern

  • Single written exam — 150 MCQs in 2.5 hours
  • Marking: +1 for correct, No negative marking
  • Minimum qualifying score: 65 marks (Gen), 60 marks (SC/ST/OBC/PWD)
  • Subject weightage varies for Primary and Upper Primary posts
  • Document verification and merit list after written exam

Exam overview

SUPER TET is conducted by UPBEB (Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board) for direct recruitment of Assistant Teachers in UP government primary and upper primary schools.

Candidates must have cleared CTET or UPTET as a prerequisite before applying for SUPER TET.

Clearing SUPER TET directly leads to appointment as an Assistant Teacher in UP government schools — one of the largest teacher recruitment drives in India.

Preparation tip

Start with the syllabus topics listed above, then practice timed mock tests and revise previous year questions weekly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SUPER TET and is UPTET mandatory for it?
SUPER TET is the UP government's teacher appointment exam conducted by UPBEB. Clearing CTET (Paper I or II) or UPTET (Paper I or II) is mandatory before applying for SUPER TET. You cannot apply for SUPER TET without a valid CTET/UPTET certificate.
What is the salary of Assistant Teacher in UP government schools?
Assistant Teacher (Primary) salary is at Pay Level 10 (Rs. 33,800 basic per month). With grade pay, DA, HRA, and other allowances, the total in-hand salary is approximately Rs. 50,000–65,000 per month. UP government also provides additional benefits like GPF, leave encashment, and pension.
What is the difference between UPTET and SUPER TET?
UPTET is an Eligibility Test — passing it certifies you as eligible but does not guarantee a job. SUPER TET is a Recruitment Exam — candidates who pass SUPER TET are directly appointed as Assistant Teachers in UP government schools. SUPER TET score is used for merit-based teacher appointment.
How many vacancies are there in SUPER TET 2026?
SUPER TET 2026 is expected to fill 17,000+ Assistant Teacher vacancies for Primary (Class 1-5) and Upper Primary (Class 6-8) levels across UP government schools. Exact vacancy count is released with the official notification by UPBEB.
Can candidates from other states apply for SUPER TET?
SUPER TET is a state-level exam primarily for UP domicile candidates. While candidates from other states who hold valid CTET/UPTET certificates can apply in some categories, preference is given to UP domicile candidates for most posts. Check the official notification for domicile requirements specific to each vacancy.

Official Website

https://updeled.gov.in

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