The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC / उत्तर प्रदेश शिक्षा सेवा चयन आयोग, प्रयागराज) has officially issued the updated examination structure and detailed syllabus for the Primary Assistant Teacher Recruitment Examination (कक्षा 1–5 तक). The legacy PNP scheme has been completely replaced with a modern, high-precision 120-question, 360-mark format featuring negative marking.
Quick Answer: What is the UPESSC Primary Syllabus 2026?
The official UPESSC Primary Syllabus 2026 for Assistant Teachers (Classes 1–5) consists of 120 objective questions worth 360 marks to be attempted in 120 minutes (2 hours). It features negative marking of -01 mark per wrong response. The 10 sections include: Languages (30 Qs / 90 Marks), Current Affairs & GK (25 Qs / 75 Marks), Mathematics (16 Qs / 48 Marks), Science (8 Qs / 24 Marks), EVS & Social Studies (8 Qs / 24 Marks), Teaching Skills (8 Qs / 24 Marks), Child Psychology (8 Qs / 24 Marks), Life Skills (8 Qs / 24 Marks), Reasoning (5 Qs / 15 Marks), and ICT (4 Qs / 12 Marks).
For every aspirant preparing for Primary PRT vacancies in Uttar Pradesh, this guide provides the authoritative subject-wise breakdown, standard difficulty levels, marking regulations, and direct access to download the official UPESSC notification PDF.
📄 Official UPESSC Primary Syllabus Notification PDF
Download the authentic official notification issued by Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission, Prayagraj for Primary Teachers (Classes 1 to 5).
Official Exam Pattern: UP Super TET Primary (Classes 1–5)
The examination follows an objective, multiple-choice format administered through offline OMR sheets. The critical rules established by UPESSC are as follows:
| Feature | Official Specification |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Commission | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Target Cadre | Primary School Assistant Teacher (प्राथमिक विद्यालय सहायक अध्यापक – कक्षा 1 से 5) |
| Total Questions | 120 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Marks | 360 Marks (Each question carries 03 marks) |
| Exam Duration | 02:00 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Negative Marking Penalty | -01 Mark deducted for every incorrect response |
| Question Paper Medium | Bilingual (Hindi and English) |
| Standard / Difficulty Level |
• Class 12th Level: Languages (Hindi, Sanskrit, English), Science, Mathematics, EVS & Social Studies. • D.El.Ed Curriculum Level: Teaching Skills, Child Psychology, ICT, Life Skills & Management. |
Exact Subject-Wise Questions & Marks Distribution
As per the official commission notification, the 120 questions are distributed across 10 defined sections:
| Subject / Section (विषय) | Key Scope & Focus Topics | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| सामान्य ज्ञान / समसामयिक घटनाएँ (General Knowledge & Current Affairs) |
अंतर्राष्ट्रीय, राष्ट्रीय, एवं उत्तर प्रदेश से सम्बन्धित महत्वपूर्ण घटनाएँ, स्थान, प्रमुख व्यक्तित्व, रचनाएँ, अंतर्राष्ट्रीय तथा राष्ट्रीय पुरस्कार, खेल-कूद, भारतीय संस्कृति एवं कला आदि। | 25 Qs | 75 Marks |
| तार्किक ज्ञान (Logical Reasoning) |
Analogies, Assertion & Reason, Binary logic, Classification, Clocks & Calendars, Coded inequalities, Coding & Decoding, Critical reasoning, Cubes, Number series, Puzzles, Symbols & Notations, Venn diagrams, Dice, Data Interpretation, Direction sense test, Grouping & Selection, Inferences, Letter series. | 05 Qs | 15 Marks |
| भाषा (हिन्दी, संस्कृत तथा अंग्रेजी) (Languages) |
व्याकरण एवं अपठित गद्यांश, पद्यांश, English Grammar & Comprehension, संस्कृत व्याकरण। | 30 Qs | 90 Marks |
| विज्ञान (Science) |
दैनिक जीवन में विज्ञान, गति, बल, ऊर्जा, दूरी, प्रकाश, ध्वनि, जीवों की दुनिया, मानव शरीर स्वास्थ्य, स्वच्छता एवं पोषण, पर्यावरण एवं प्राकृतिक संसाधन, पदार्थ एवं पदार्थ की अवस्थाएँ। | 08 Qs | 24 Marks |
| गणित (Mathematics) |
अंकीय क्षमता, गणितीय संक्रियाएँ, दशमलव, स्थानीयमान, भिन्न, ब्याज, लाभ-हानि, प्रतिशत, विभाज्य, गुणनखण्ड, ऐकिक नियम, सामान्य बीजगणित, क्षेत्रफल, औसत, आयतन, अनुपात, सर्वसमिकाएँ, सामान्य ज्यामिति, सामान्य सांख्यिकी। | 16 Qs | 48 Marks |
| पर्यावरण एवं सामाजिक अध्ययन (EVS & Social Studies) |
पृथ्वी की संरचना, नदियाँ, पर्वत, महाद्वीप, महासागर व जीव, प्राकृतिक सम्पदा, अक्षांश और देशान्तर, सौरमण्डल, भारतीय भूगोल, भारतीय स्वतंत्रता संग्राम, भारतीय समाज सुधारक, भारतीय संविधान, हमारी शासन व्यवस्था, यातायात एवं सड़क सुरक्षा, भारतीय अर्थव्यवस्था एवं चुनौतियाँ, हमारी सांस्कृतिक विरासत, पर्यावरण संरक्षण, प्राकृतिक आपदा प्रबन्धन। | 08 Qs | 24 Marks |
| शिक्षण कौशल (Teaching Skills) |
शिक्षण की विधियाँ एवं कौशल, शिक्षण अधिगम के सिद्धान्त, वर्तमान भारतीय समाज एवं प्रारम्भिक शिक्षा, समावेशी शिक्षा, प्रारम्भिक शिक्षा के नवीन प्रयास, शैक्षिक मूल्यांकन एवं मापन, आरम्भिक पठन कौशल, शैक्षिक प्रबन्धन एवं प्रशासन। | 08 Qs | 24 Marks |
| बाल मनोविज्ञान (Child Psychology) |
वैयक्तिक भिन्नता, बाल विकास को प्रभावित करने वाले कारक, सीखने की आवश्यकता की पहचान, पढ़ने के लिए वातावरण का सृजन करना, सीखने के सिद्धान्त तथा कक्षा-शिक्षण में इनकी व्यावहारिक उपयोगिता एवं प्रयोग, दिव्यांग छात्रों हेतु विशेष व्यवस्था। | 08 Qs | 24 Marks |
| सूचना तकनीकी (Information Technology / ICT) |
शिक्षण कौशल विकास, कक्षा-शिक्षण तथा विद्यालय प्रबन्धन के क्षेत्र में सूचना तकनीकी, कम्प्यूटर, इन्टरनेट, स्मार्टफोन, ओ०ई०आर० (ओपन एजुकेशनल रिसोर्स), शिक्षण में उपयोगी ऐप्स, डिजिटल शिक्षण सामग्री के उपयोग की जानकारी। | 04 Qs | 12 Marks |
| जीवन कौशल / प्रबन्धन एवं अभिवृत्ति (Life Skills & Management) |
व्यावसायिक आचरण एवं नीति, प्रेरणा, शिक्षक की भूमिका (सुविधा प्रदाता, अनुश्रवणकर्ता, नेतृत्वकर्ता, मार्गदर्शक, परामर्शदाता), संवैधानिक और मानवीय मूल्य, दण्ड एवं पुरस्कार व्यवस्था का प्रभावी प्रयोग। | 08 Qs | 24 Marks |
| कुल योग (Grand Total) | पूर्ण प्रश्न पत्र (10 विषय) | 120 प्रश्न | 360 अंक |
Mandatory Eligibility for Primary Assistant Teachers (PRT)
In adherence to the landmark judgment of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in Devesh Sharma vs. Union of India:
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree (Graduation) + 2-Year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed / BTC) or 4-Year B.El.Ed. B.Ed degree holders are ineligible for Primary PRT (Classes 1–5).
- TET Prerequisite: Candidates must have qualified in UPTET Paper 1 or CTET Paper 1. Qualifying marks are 60% (90/150) for General/EWS and 55% (82/150) for OBC/SC/ST/PwD.
- Selection Process: Selection is based purely on the written recruitment exam. As per state policy, interviews are abolished for Group C teaching posts.
Preparation Strategy Under the Negative Marking Scheme
- Language Trio (90 Marks): Hindi, Sanskrit, and English carry a massive 25% weightage. Hindi and Sanskrit grammar have significant conceptual synergy. Focusing heavily on Sandhi, Samas, and vocabulary guarantees high net scores.
- Current Affairs & UP Special (75 Marks): With 25 questions, this section can make or break your final selection. Prepare monthly current affairs for the last 9 months and prioritize UP government initiatives, awards, and sports.
- The D.El.Ed Pedagogy Quartet (84 Marks Combined): Teaching Skills (24), Child Psychology (24), Life Skills (24), and ICT (12) total 84 marks. Study directly from SCERT UP D.El.Ed semester books rather than generic market guides.
- Negative Marking Discipline: Do not guess blindly. An incorrect guess loses 4 marks in total value (+3 unearned + 1 penalty). Leave questions blank if you cannot eliminate at least two options.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on UP Super TET Primary Syllabus 2026
Who conducts the UP Super TET Primary examination in 2026?
The UP Super TET (Assistant Teacher Recruitment Examination) is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj.
Which subjects carry the highest weightage in UP Super TET Primary?
In the Primary Super TET syllabus, Language (Hindi, English, and Sanskrit — 40 marks), General Knowledge & Current Affairs (30 marks), Child Psychology, Teaching Skill & Life Skill Management (30 marks combined), and Mathematics (20 marks) account for 120 out of 150 marks.
Is qualifying CTET or UPTET mandatory before appearing for UP Super TET?
Yes, candidates must have passed either UPTET Paper 1 or CTET Paper 1 along with a valid D.El.Ed (BTC) or equivalent primary teacher training qualification to be eligible for UP Primary Super TET.
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