UPTET 2026 Exam Successfully Conducted: 88.77% Attendance, 44 Dummy Candidates Caught Using AI

The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has successfully concluded the UPTET Exam 2026 conducted between July 2 and July 4, 2026, for both Primary (Classes 1–5) and Upper Primary (Classes 6–8) levels.

According to the official press release issued on July 4, 2026, a total of 19,94,661 candidates registered, out of which 17,70,714 candidates appeared, resulting in an impressive overall attendance of 88.77%. The examination was conducted under strict security with AI-enabled surveillance, 955 examination centres, and continuous monitoring through an AI Integrated Control Command Room.

UPTET 2026 Highlights

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UPTET 2026 Overall Attendance Statistics

The commission reported a high participation rate throughout the three-day examination. Out of nearly 20 lakh registered candidates, more than 17.70 lakh appeared for the examination.

The high attendance reflects the significant interest among aspiring teachers seeking eligibility for teaching positions in Uttar Pradesh government schools.

UPTET 2026 Attendance: Primary vs Upper Primary

The attendance remained above 87% for both examination levels.

The Primary Level examination recorded the highest attendance of 91.12%, while the Upper Primary examination registered an attendance of 87.25%.

UPTET 2026 Women Candidates Attendance

Female candidates also recorded a strong participation rate across both examination levels.

UPTET Exam Conducted Across 955 Centres

On July 4, 2026 (First Shift), the examination was held at 955 examination centres across Uttar Pradesh.

The commission stated that the examination concluded peacefully with proper arrangements and uninterrupted monitoring.

AI Monitoring Helped Detect 44 Dummy Candidates

UPESSC stated that the examination was supervised through an AI Integrated Control Command Room, where senior officials continuously monitored all examination centres. The commission also appointed 60 observers, including senior administrative officers and police officials, who regularly inspected examination centres to ensure adherence to the prescribed guidelines.

To ensure transparency and prevent unfair practices, UPESSC deployed AI-based surveillance software, AI-enabled cameras, and a centralized AI Integrated Control Command Room.

After verification using AI technology, authorities detected 44 impersonation (dummy candidate) cases during the examination.

In addition, one candidate was caught attempting to cheat using a mobile phone during the examination on July 3, 2026. The commission confirmed that all accused individuals have been handed over to the local police for further legal action.

UPESSC Appreciates Officials for Successful Conduct of UPTET 2026

The commission expressed gratitude to:

• District Administration

• Police Administration

• Special Task Force (STF)

• Examination Centre Administrators

• Observers

• Government Departments

• All Officers and Staff

According to the official statement, their coordinated efforts helped conduct the examination in a fair, transparent, secure, and malpractice-free environment.

What After the UPTET 2026 Examination?

With the successful completion of the UPTET 2026 examination, candidates can now expect the following updates from the commission:

• Release of the provisional answer key

• Objection window for candidates

• Final answer key

• UPTET Result 2026

• Eligibility Certificate issuance

Candidates should regularly visit the official UPESSC portal for the latest announcements regarding the next stages of the examination process.