UP PGT Exam Date 2025 Released: Check New Schedule & Updates

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Introduction

The Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB) has officially released the UP PGT 2025 exam dates along with the new schedule. This announcement brings relief and clarity to thousands of candidates preparing for these highly competitive teaching positions. In this article, you’ll find everything you need to know about the exam dates, eligibility, pattern, syllabus, and preparation strategies.

What is the UP PGT Exam?

The UP PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) exams are conducted to recruit qualified teachers for government schools in Uttar Pradesh.

Importance of UP PGT Recruitment

Teaching posts under UPSESSB are prestigious and come with job security, a stable salary, and career growth opportunities.

Difference Between TGT and PGT

• TGT: Requires a bachelor’s degree and B.Ed., teaches up to class 10.

• PGT: Requires a postgraduate degree and B.Ed., teaches up to class 12.

UP PGT 2025 Notification Overview

Official Authority Conducting the Exam: The UPSESSB is responsible for conducting the PGT examinations.

UP PGT 2025 Exam Date Released

The board has now confirmed the new schedule for the exams.

UP PGT Vacancy 2025

UP PGT Vacancy 2025- Subject-wise 

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications for PGT

• Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject

• B.Ed. mandatory

Age Limit and Relaxation Rules

• Minimum Age: 21 years

• Maximum Age: 40 years (with relaxations for reserved categories)

Application Process

The process typically involves several key steps:

1. Registration: Filling out personal and contact details to create a unique registration number.

2. Form Completion: Entering comprehensive information, including educational qualifications, subject preferences, and other relevant data.

3. Document Upload: Uploading scanned copies of recent photographs and other required documents according to the specified format and size.

4. Fee Payment: Paying the non-refundable application fee online via credit card, debit card, or net banking.  

5. Final Submission: Submitting the completed form and downloading a PDF copy for future reference.

Required Documents for Application

• Educational certificates

• Identity proof

• Passport-size photograph

• Signature

UP PGT Application Fee 2025

Exam Pattern

UP PGT 2025 Exam Pattern

• Mode of exam: Offline mode

• Total questions: 125 questions

• Duration of exam: 02 hours

• Total marks: 425 marks

• Type of questions: Objective-type questions

• Marking Scheme:

• Marks for Correct answer: +3.4 marks

• Negative Marking: No negative marking

Syllabus

PGT Subject-Wise Syllabus

• Advanced subject-specific knowledge

• General awareness

• Pedagogy and teaching methods

Selection Process

Written Examination: Major weightage

Interview/Document Verification: Qualifying stage

Final Merit List: Based on marks + interview

Admit Card Release

• H2: How to Download Admit Card

• H2: Details Mentioned on Admit Card

Expected Cut-Off Marks

• H2: Previous Year Cut-Off Trends

• H2: Factors Affecting Cut-Off Marks

Salary and Job Profile

• H2: PGT Salary Structure

• H3: Career Growth Opportunities

Conclusion

The release of the UP TGT PGT 2025 exam dates has set the stage for one of the most competitive teaching recruitments in Uttar Pradesh. Candidates should focus on systematic preparation, stay updated with official notifications, and gear up for success.