UP PGT Exam Date 2026 Announced: Written Exam on 15–16 December, Check Shift Timings
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released the UP PGT Exam Date 2026 for Advertisement No. 06/2026. The written examination will be held on 15 and 16 December 2026 in two shifts per day for the Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) posts.
Below you’ll find the complete exam schedule, shift-wise timings, reporting time guidelines, and the official source link — updated as soon as UPESSC confirms exam city and admit card details.
Quick summary: Advertisement No. 06/2026 | Exam dates: 15, 16 December 2026 | 2 shifts daily | Written Examination | Total vacancies: 2,607 | Official site: upessc.up.gov.in
UP PGT Exam Date 2026 — Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Advertisement | No. 06/2026 |
| Post | Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) |
| Exam Type | Written Examination |
| Exam Date 2026 | 15 & 16 December 2026 |
| Shifts Per Day | 2 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,607 |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
UP PGT Exam Date & Shift Timing 2026
The written examination will be conducted across two days with two shifts each day. Candidates should reach the examination centre according to the reporting time mentioned for their allotted shift.
| Shift | Timing | Reporting Time |
|---|---|---|
| Shift 1 (Morning) | 09:30 AM – 11:30 AM | 08:30 AM |
| Shift 2 (Afternoon) | 02:30 PM – 04:30 PM | 01:30 PM |
Note: Your personal shift and examination centre will depend on the details mentioned on your admit card. Check your individual admit card for the exact date, shift and reporting time allotted to you.
UP PGT Exam Date 2026: Day-Wise Schedule
| Exam Day | Date | Shifts Conducted |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 15 December 2026 | Shift 1, 2 |
| Day 2 | 16 December 2026 | Shift 1, 2 |
How to Check Your UP PGT Exam Date
- Visit the official UPESSC website.
- Click on the UP PGT 2026 recruitment section.
- Look for “Exam Date / Admit Card”.
- Enter your registration details, if required.
- Your allotted exam date, shift and examination centre will be displayed.
- Download and save the details.
Documents to Carry on Exam Day
- Admit card / e-call letter (printed copy)
- Original photo ID proof
- Passport-size photograph, if specified on the admit card
- Other documents mentioned in the examination instructions
FAQs – UP PGT Exam Date 2026
Q1. What is the UP PGT exam date 2026?
The written examination for UP PGT 2026 is scheduled from 15 to 16 December 2026.
Q2. How many shifts will be conducted per day for the UP PGT exam?
Two shifts will be conducted each day — morning 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM and afternoon 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
Q3. What is the reporting time for the UP PGT exam?
The reporting time for the morning shift is 08:30 AM, while the reporting time for the afternoon shift is 01:30 PM.
Q4. Where can I check my exact UP PGT exam date and shift?
Candidates can check their individual exam date, shift and examination centre through the official UPESSC website and their admit card.