Super TET (Super Teacher Eligibility Test) is the recruitment exam conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) to select Assistant Teachers for government schools in Uttar Pradesh. Unlike CTET or UPTET, which only confirm teaching eligibility, Super TET is the actual selection exam that decides a candidate’s final merit and appointment.
| Detail | Version 1 (Widely Cited) | Version 2 (Newer, Fewer Sources) |
|---|---|---|
| Conducting Body | UPESSC | UPESSC |
| Total Questions | 120 | 150 |
| Total Marks | 360 | 150 |
| Marks per Correct Answer | 3 | 1 |
| Negative Marking | -1 per wrong answer | None |
| Exam Duration | 120 minutes | 150 minutes (2.5 hrs) |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Question Type | MCQ | MCQ |
| Language | Hindi & English | Hindi & English |
| Sections | 2 (GK + Chosen Subject) | Combined subject list |
Because the recruitment notification is still pending, candidates preparing right now should focus on the subject list and topics, which remain largely consistent across both versions, rather than locking into one marking strategy too early.
Exam Structure (Version 1)
This is the version most syllabus PDFs and coaching platforms currently reference. It splits the paper into two sections:
- Section 1 – General Knowledge: 30 questions, compulsory for every candidate
- Section 2 – Chosen Teaching Subject: 90 questions, based on the candidate’s selected subject (Language, Science, Mathematics, or Social Studies)
| Section | Subject | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Section 1 | General Knowledge | 30 |
| Section 2 | Selected Teaching Subject | 90 |
| Total | 120 |
Subject-Wise Marks Distribution (Version 1)
| Subject | Questions | Weightage (%) | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language (Hindi, Sanskrit & English) | 30 | 25.0% | 90 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 25 | 20.8% | 75 |
| Mathematics | 16 | 13.3% | 48 |
| Science | 08 | 6.7% | 24 |
| Environmental & Social Studies | 08 | 6.7% | 24 |
| Teaching Skills | 08 | 6.7% | 24 |
| Child Psychology | 08 | 6.7% | 24 |
| Life Skills, Management & Aptitude | 08 | 6.7% | 24 |
| Logical Reasoning | 05 | 4.2% | 15 |
| Information Technology (IT) | 04 | 3.3% | 12 |
| Total | 120 | 100% | 360 |
Subject-Wise Marks Distribution (Version 2)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Language (Hindi, Sanskrit & English) | 40 | 40 |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 20 | 20 |
| Science | 10 | 10 |
| Environment & Social Studies | 10 | 10 |
| Teaching Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| Child Psychology | 10 | 10 |
| Life Skills, Management & Attitude | 10 | 10 |
| Logical Reasoning | 05 | 05 |
| Information Technology (ICT) | 05 | 05 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Marking Scheme: What’s Actually Different
The biggest practical difference between the two versions is how mistakes are treated:
- Version 1 penalizes wrong answers, deducting 1 mark for each incorrect response. This makes guessing risky when a candidate is unsure between options.
- Version 2 has no negative marking at all, meaning every question is worth attempting since a wrong answer and a blank one both score zero.
Until the official notification confirms which applies, candidates preparing seriously should practice with the same accuracy standard either way — treating every question as if it could be penalized keeps the habit safe regardless of which version is finalized.
Selection Process
Selection for Super TET is not based on the written exam alone. The final merit list combines two components:
- Written Exam Score: 60% weightage
- Academic Qualifications: 40% weightage, broken down further as:
- High School marks
- Intermediate marks
- Graduation marks
- Teacher training (D.El.Ed/B.Ed) marks
Eligibility Snapshot
- Must have already qualified UPTET or CTET (Paper 1 for Class 1–5 posts, Paper 2 for Class 6–8 posts)
- Must hold a graduate degree
- Must have completed D.El.Ed or B.Ed
- Age typically between 21 and 40 years, as per past cycles
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Super TET 2026 exam pattern officially confirmed? No. As of now, UPESSC has not released the official Super TET 2026 recruitment notification, so the exam pattern is not yet confirmed. Two versions are being reported by different sources.
Is there negative marking in Super TET 2026? This depends on which version gets confirmed. One reported version deducts 1 mark per wrong answer; another reports no negative marking at all. Candidates should prepare for accuracy regardless.
How many questions are in the Super TET 2026 exam? Sources currently differ between 120 questions (360 marks) and 150 questions (150 marks). This will be confirmed once the official notification is released.
Who conducts the Super TET exam? The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) conducts Super TET for Assistant Teacher recruitment in UP government schools.
Is UPTET or CTET required before applying for Super TET? Yes. Only candidates who have already qualified UPTET or CTET (the relevant paper for their chosen level) are eligible to apply for Super TET.
Where can candidates check the latest official update? Candidates should check updeled.gov.in directly for the official Super TET 2026 notification rather than relying on third-party syllabus pages, since those currently disagree on the exact exam pattern.
