The Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Services Selection Board (UPSESSB) has announced a change in the schedule for the Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) exam for 2025. This important exam, which selects teachers for various schools in Uttar Pradesh, has been postponed. Earlier, the exam was scheduled to take place on December 18 and 19, 2025 .
This postponement means that candidates who were preparing for these specific dates now need to adjust their plans. UPSESSB will release the new dates for the TGT exam soon. The board made this decision in its meeting held on November 18, 2025 . This update is for the TGT exam connected to Advertisement No. 01/2022 .
Official Announcement Details
UPSESSB released an official notification about the change. The notification clearly stated that the written examination for the Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) post is postponed. This decision came from Commission meeting No. 45 , which took place on November 18, 2025 . This confirms that the exam will not happen on the previously announced dates of December 18 and 19, 2025 . The board will announce the new examination dates in a separate notice. Candidates should regularly check the official website for this new information.
When to Expect New Exam Dates
Candidates are keen to know when the new exam dates will be announced. The board has provided an expected timeframe for this. The new UP TGT Exam Dates for 2025 are expected to be released by the last week of November 2025 . This gives candidates an idea of when to look out for the important announcement.
| Event | Date |
| New UP TGT Exam Dates 2025 Expected Release Date | By Last Week of November 2025 |
Understanding the UP TGT Exam Pattern
Candidates preparing for the UP TGT exam should know its structure. This helps in better preparation. Here are the key details of the 2025 exam:
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR-based) |
| Total Questions | 125 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 500 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Marking Scheme | +4 marks for each correct answer |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Language | Hindi and English |
Exam Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
The UP TGT exam will be offline, held at an exam center. Candidates will get a question paper and an OMR (Optical Mark Recognition) answer sheet. They must mark answers by filling circles on this sheet. This is a common method for exams and differs from online tests.
Total Questions: 125 MCQs
The exam will feature 125 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) . Each question provides several options, and candidates must select one correct answer from them. This format efficiently tests a broad range of knowledge.
Total Marks: 500
The total marks for the UP TGT exam are 500 . This score comes from the performance across all 125 questions. Each question contributes to the final total.
Duration: 2 hours
Candidates get 2 hours to complete the exam. Good time management is important to answer all questions within this period and achieve the best possible score.
Marking Scheme: +4 marks for each correct answer
Each correct answer will earn 4 marks . This marking scheme highlights the importance of accuracy for achieving a good final score in the exam.
Negative Marking: No
There is no negative marking in the UP TGT exam. This means candidates will not lose marks for incorrect answers. Students can attempt all 125 questions without fear of penalty.
Language: Hindi and English
The exam question paper will be available in both Hindi and English . This option helps candidates choose their preferred language to understand questions clearly.
Next Steps for Candidates
With the exam dates postponed, it is very important for all candidates to stay informed. UPSESSB advises everyone to visit its official website regularly. The new exam schedule, along with any other important updates, will be posted there. Keeping an eye on the official website will ensure candidates do not miss out on crucial information regarding the rescheduled TGT exam.
