UPTET, or Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test, is a mandatory exam for individuals who wish to pursue a career in teaching in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. The exam, conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board to assess the eligibility of candidates for the post of teacher in primary (classes I to V) or upper primary (classes VI to VIII) schools in the state. Clearing UPTET is a crucial step for those who aspire to become teachers and contribute to the development of education in Uttar Pradesh.
Eligibility Criteria for UPTET
The eligibility criteria for appearing in the UPTET exam are as follows:
Educational qualification
For primary level (classes I to V), candidates must have passed class XII or its equivalent examination with a minimum of 50% marks and must have passed a 2-year diploma in elementary education (D.El.Ed) or equivalent.
For upper primary level (classes VI to VIII), candidates must have passed class XII or its equivalent examination with a minimum of 50% marks and must have passed a 4-year bachelor of elementary education (B.El.Ed) or equivalent.
Age limit
There is no age limit for appearing in UPTET.
Other requirements
Candidates must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh and must fulfill other conditions as prescribed by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board which are as follows:
Residency: Candidates must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh and should have proof of the same.
Nationality: Candidates must be an Indian citizen.
Character Certificate: Candidates must produce a character certificate from a competent authority.
Medical Fitness: Candidates must be physically fit and mentally sound to pursue a career in teaching.
Syllabus
The syllabus for UPTET consists of various subjects relevant to teaching, such as child development and pedagogy, language I and II, mathematics, environmental studies, and social studies/sciences. The syllabus, designed to assess the knowledge and skills of candidates in these subjects, as well as their understanding of teaching methods and strategies.
Here is a detailed explanation of each subject and the topics included in the UPTET exam:
Child Development and Pedagogy
Child Development: Stages of child development, factors affecting child development, and understanding of the learning process.
Pedagogical principles: Concept of development and its relationship with learning, individual differences among learners, understanding children with special needs, action research, and assessment of learning.
Language I (Hindi)
Reading comprehension: Candidates tested on their ability to comprehend a passage in Hindi and answer questions based on the same.
Writing skills: Candidates tested on their writing skills in Hindi, including grammar, vocabulary, and sentence formation.
Language II (English/Sanskrit)
Reading comprehension: Candidates tested on their ability to comprehend a passage in English/Sanskrit and answer questions based on the same.
Writing skills: Candidates tested on their writing skills in English/Sanskrit, including grammar, vocabulary, and sentence formation.
Mathematics
Numbers: Candidates tested on their knowledge of numbers, including counting, operations with numbers, and place value.
Geometry: Candidates tested on their understanding of shapes, size, and position, as well as their ability to identify and classify shapes.
Algebra: Candidates tested on their understanding of mathematical operations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, and their ability to solve simple mathematical problems.
Environmental Studies
Environmental Science: Candidates tested on their understanding of basic environmental science concepts, such as air, water, and soil.
Social and Environmental Issues: Candidates tested on their understanding of social and environmental issues, such as pollution, waste management, and conservation of resources.
Sustainable Development: Candidates tested on their understanding of sustainable development, including the use of renewable resources and reducing the carbon footprint.
Social Studies/Sciences
History: Candidates tested on their understanding of historical events, including the ancient, medieval, and modern periods.
Geography: Candidates tested on their understanding of geography, including physical geography, human geography, and economic geography.
Political Science: Candidates tested on their understanding of political science, including the political system, government, and politics.
Economics: Candidates tested on their understanding of economics, including basic concepts, microeconomics, and macroeconomics.
Note: The eligibility criteria and syllabus for UPTET are subject to change, and it is advisable for candidates to refer to the official notification for the latest and updated information.
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