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The UPTET Syllabus 2025 for both Paper 1 (Classes I to V) and Paper 2 (Classes VI to VIII) has been officially released on the UP Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) website. With the UPTET Exam 2025 scheduled for 29 and 30 January 2026, aspirants should dive into the updated syllabus without delay. A solid understanding of the syllabus and exam pattern is key to targeted preparation and confident performance. This article provides a complete breakdown of the UPTET 2025 syllabus, covering section-wise topics, subject focus areas, and smart preparation tips to help candidates align their study plans with the latest exam structure.
UPTET Syllabus 2025
To master in UPTET 2025, candidates must dive deep into the latest syllabus for both Paper 1 and Paper 2. Knowing the subject-wise topics, section weightage, and overall structure helps streamline preparation and focus on what matters most. A clear understanding of each section allows candidates to prioritize topics smartly, plan their study time better, and improve their chances of qualifying for the UPTET Exam.
UPTET Exam Pattern 2025
The UPTET 2025 exam comprises two papers- Paper 1 for Classes 1 to 5 and Paper 2 for Classes 6 to 8. Both are held in offline mode and have a duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes. Each paper contains 150 multiple-choice questions, with 1 mark awarded per question and no negative marking, so candidates can attempt all questions without risk. These papers are crafted to test both teaching aptitude and subject expertise.
Mode of Exam: Offline (OMR Sheet)
Total Number of Questions: 150 Questions
Total Marks: 150 Marks
Type of Questions Asked: Objective Types Multiple Choice Question
Marking Scheme: 1 mark awarded for each correct answer
Negative: Marking: No
Number of Papers: Paper 1 and Paper 2
Duration of Exam: 2 hours 30 minutes (150 Minutes)
UPTET Paper 1 Exam Pattern 2025
The UPTET Paper 1 exam is intended for candidates aspiring to teach Classes 1 to 5 and comprises five sections: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language 1 (Hindi), Language 2 (English/Urdu/Sanskrit), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. Each section contains 30 multiple-choice questions, with each question carrying one mark, making a total of 150 marks. The exam is conducted in offline mode and has a duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes. Since all sections have equal weightage, candidates must give balanced attention to each subject to ensure a strong overall performance.
UPTET Paper I Exam Pattern
Sections
Number of Questions
Total Marks
Duration
Child Development and Methodology, and Pedagogy
30
30
2 hours 30 minutes
Language 1 (Hindi)
30
30
2nd Language (Anyone from English, Urdu & Sanskrit)
30
30
Mathematics
30
30
Environmental Studies
30
30
Total
150
150
UPTET Paper 2 Exam Pattern 2025
The UPTET Paper 2 exam is designed for candidates aiming to teach Classes VI to VIII and consists of five sections: Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I (Hindi), Language II (English/Urdu/Sanskrit), and an optional subject group- either Mathematics and Science or Social Studies- based on the candidate’s specialisation. The first three sections carry 30 marks each, while the optional subject group includes 60 questions for 60 marks, making the total exam worth 150 marks. Conducted in offline mode over 2 hours and 30 minutes, Paper 2 requires candidates to choose their subject group carefully to match their academic background and teaching goals.
UPTET Paper II Exam Pattern
Sections
Number of Questions
Total Marks
Duration
Child Development and Methodology and Pedagogy(Compulsory)
30
30
2 hours 30 minutes
1st Language (Hindi)
30
30
2nd Language (Anyone from English, Urdu & Sanskrit)
30
30
A. Mathematics & Science
OR
B. Social Studies
60
60
Total
150
150
UPTET Paper 1 Syllabus
UPTET Syllabus for Paper I comprises five sections, including Child Development, Learning & Pedagogy, Language 1 (Hindi), Language 2 (English), Mathematics & EVS.
UPTET Syllabus 2025 is based on the topics given in the NCERT Books of classes I-V.
The Subject-wise paper has been given below
UPTET Child Development and Pedagogy Syllabus
The Child Development and Pedagogy section of UPTET Paper 2 includes 30 multiple-choice questions, each carrying 1 mark, for a total of 30 marks. This section focuses on key topics such as child pedagogy, the meaning and principles of learning, teaching methods, inclusive education, guidance and counseling, and strategies for effective learning and teaching. To perform well, candidates should study each topic in-depth, as this section tests both theoretical understanding and practical application in a classroom setting.
UPTET Child Development and Pedagogy Syllabus for Paper I
Topic
Sub-Topic
Child development
Meaning, necessity, and scope of child development, stages of child development, physical development, mental development, emotional development, language development, development of expressive ability, creativity, and development of creative ability.
Basis of child development and factors influencing them – inheritance, environment (Family, social, school, communication medium)
Meaning and principles of learning
Meaning of learning, its affecting factors, and Influential methods of learning
Rules of learning – The main rules of learning, Thorndike’s and their importance in learning
The key principles of learning and their practical utility in classroom teaching, Principles of Thorndike’s attempt and error, Pavlov’s relation theory of feedback, Skinner’s action learning theory, Kohler’s theory of understanding or Insight, Vygotsky’s Theory of Learning Curve – Meaning and Type, Meaning of plateau in the cause and solution.
Teaching and learning methods
Meaning and purpose of teaching, communication,
principles of teaching,
sources of teaching,
teaching methods, new methods of teaching (approach),
Equipment, materials, methods, TLM, and observations required for inclusion
Necessary tools and techniques for testing the learning of inclusive children
Special teaching methods for including children. Such as – Braille script, etc
Guidance and Counseling for Inclusive Children – Meaning, Purpose, Type, Methods, Requirements, and Area
Departments / Institutions supporting in consultation: –
Psychology Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad
Divisional Psychology Centre (at Divisional Level)
District hospital
Trained Diet Mentor in the District Education and Training Institute
Supervision and inspection system
Community and school support committees
Government and NGOs
Importance of guidance and counseling in children’s learning
Learning and teaching
How children think and learn; how and why children ‘fail’ to achieve success in school performance.
Basic processes of learning and teaching, learning strategies of children, learning as a social activity, and social context of learning.
Children as problem solvers and scientific investigators.
An alternative concept of learning in children, understanding children’s errors as important steps in the learning process
Sense and feelings
Motivation and learning
Factors contributing to learning – private and environmental.
UPTET Hindi Syllabus Language 1
Language 1 emphasizes proficiencies linked to the medium of instruction. While this section offers scoring opportunities, it necessitates thorough preparation. With 30 questions totaling 30 marks, each question carries a weight of 1 mark. The difficulty level corresponds to Class I-V standards. Language 1 delves into both the content and pedagogy of the subject matter.
UPTET Syllabus in Hindi Language 1 for Paper I
Topic
Sub – Topic
Hindi (subject matter)
अपठित अनुच्छेद
हिंदी वर्णमाला (स्वर, व्यंजन)
वर्णों के मेल से मात्रिक तथा अमात्रिक शब्दों की पहचान
वाक्य रचना
हिंदी की सभी ध्वनियों के पारस्परिक अंतर की जानकारी विशेष रूप से – ष, स, ब, व, ढ, ड, क्ष, छ, ण तथा न की ध्वनियाँ
हिंदी भाषा की सभी ध्वनियों, वर्णों अनुस्वार एव चन्द्रबिंदु में अंतर
संयुक्ताक्षर एवं अनुनासिक ध्वनियों के प्रयोग से बने शब्द
सभी प्रकार की मात्राएँ
विराम चिह्नों यथा – अल्प विराम, अर्द्धविराम, पूर्णविराम, प्रश्नवाचक, विस्मयबोधक, चिह्नों का प्रयोग
विलोम, समानार्थी, तुकान्त, अतुकान्त, सामान, ध्वनियों वाले शब्द
वचन, लिंग एव काल
प्रत्यय, उपसर्ग, तत्सम तद्भव व देशज, शब्दों की पहचान एव उनमें अंतर
लोकोक्तियाँ एव मुहावरों के अर्थ
सन्धि – (1) स्वर सन्धि – दीर्घ सन्धि, गुण सन्धि, वृद्धि सन्धि, यण सन्धि, अयादि सन्धि (2) व्यंजन सन्धि (3) विसर्ग सन्धि
वाच्य, समान एव अंलकार के भेद
कवियों एव लेखकों की रचनाएँ
Hindi Pedagogy
अधिगम और अर्जन
भाषा अध्यापन के सिद्धांत
सुनने और बोलने की भूमिका: भाषा का कार्य तथा बालक इसे किस प्रकार एक उपकरण के रूप में प्रयोग करते है
मौखिक और लिखित रूप में विचारों के संप्रेषण के लिए किसी भाषा के अधिगम में व्याकरण की भूमिका पर निर्णायक संदर्श
एक भिंन कक्षा में भाषा पढाने की चुनौतियाँ भाषा की कठिनाइयाँ त्रुटिया और विकार
भाषा कौशल
भाषा बोधगम्यता और प्रवीणता का मुल्यांकन करना: बोलना, सुनना, पढना, लिखना
Language 2 is also based on basic concepts such as Language 1. Language 2 will focus on the elements of language and comprehension abilities. It consists of 30 questions for 30 marks and each question carries 1 mark. This section contains the difficulty level of Class I- V. Language 1 contains the content and pedagogy of the subject.
UPTET Sanskrit, English, Urdu Syllabus for Paper I
Topic
Sub-Topic
English
Unseen Passage
The sentence
(A) Subject and predicate
(B) Kind of sentences
Parts of speech- Kinds of Nouns, Pronouns, Adverbs, Adjectives, Verbs, Prepositions, Conjunctions
Tenses-Present, Past, Future
Articles
Punctuation
Word formation
Active & Passive voice
Singular & Plural
Gender
Urdu
Unseen passage
Meeting of the masters of the tongue
Knowledge of the famous life and poetry of famous tribes and poets
MukhtalifAsnaafAdab such as Maznoom, Afsana Murcia, Masnavi Dastan, etc. Praise to Ma, Amsal
Masala of perfect tamarind and afflux
Information about Ism, Jamir, Sifat, Mutzadalfaz, Wahid, Mojkkar, Moannas, et cetera.
Saints (Tasbeeh and Istaara, Talmih, Maraatunzir), etc
Idioms, meeting JurbalAmsal
MukhtalifSamajMusayal likes the atmosphere of AloodgiNabrabari, TalimBaraa’mn, Adame, Tagazia
To understand the social and Khaliq Akbar present in the beliefs, stories, Hikayatas, and memoirs
Sanskrit
Unexplained masculine
Unseen passage
Nouns
Unexplained feminine
Unexplained neuter
Postpartum feminine
Post masculine
Postpartum masculine
Postpartum feminine
Introduction to Sanskrit names of household, family, surroundings, animals, birds, and household use items
Pronouns
Verb
Use of Sanskrit words for major body parts
Incessant
Sandhi – Treaty of simple words and their separation (long treaty)
Numbers – Knowledge of numbers in Sanskrit
Gender, vowel, vowel type, substitution, type of consonant, anusvara, and nasal consonant
Compositions of poets and writers
The teaching of language development: –
Learning and acquisition
Principles of language teaching
Role of listening and speaking: Language work and how children use it as a tool
A decisive perspective on the role of grammar in learning a language for communicating ideas verbally and in writing
Challenges of teaching language in a different classroom: language difficulties, errors, and disorders
Language skills
Assessing language comprehension and proficiency: speaking, listening, reading, and writing
The mathematics syllabus is lengthy, but the level of questions asked in the exam is moderate and framed from the NCERT books of Classes 1st to 5th. It consists of 30 questions for 30 marks. Questions will be based on the topics prescribed in the syllabus, i.e., content and pedagogy.
UPTET Mathematics Syllabus for Paper I
Topic
Sub-Topic
Content: –
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of numbers, and numbers
Minimum Commonwealth and Maximum Commonwealth
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions
Understanding the nature of mathematical/logical thinking, the child’s thinking and reasoning patterns, and the meaning and learning strategies
Place of mathematics in the curriculum
Math language
Community mathematics
Evaluation through formal and informal methods
Teaching problems
Relevant aspects of error analysis and learning, and teaching
Clinical and remedial teaching
UPTET Environment (EVS) Syllabus
The Environment Studies (EVS) section is notably rewarding in terms of scoring potential. With 30 questions totaling 30 marks, this section evaluates students’ problem-solving skills and pedagogical comprehension. The EVS syllabus encompasses both content and pedagogy relevant to teaching the subject.
UPTET Environment (EVS) Syllabus for Paper I
Topic
Sub-Topic
Content
Family
Food, health, and hygiene
Accommodation
Trees and plants
Our environment
Fair
Individuals and businesses associated with the local profession
Water
Traffic and communication
Sports and sportsmanship
India – rivers, plateaus, forests, traffic, continents, and oceans
Our region – rivers, mountains, stones, forests, traffic
Constitution
Governance system – local self-government, village-panchayat, Nagar-panchayat, district panchayat, municipality, municipal corporation, district administration, state’s governance, administrative, judiciary, executive, national and national symbols, voting, National Unity.
Environment-need, environment-protection- need, importance, and utility, environment protection, social responsibility towards the environment, schemes operated for environmental protection
Teaching-related issues
Concept and coverage of environmental studies
Importance of environmental studies, integrated environmental studies
Environmental Studies and Environmental Education
Learning principle
The scope and relation of science and social science
Approach to present retention
Activity
Experiment / practical work
Discussion.
Continuous comprehensive evaluation
Teaching material/equipment
Problems
UPTET Paper 2 Syllabus
UPTET Paper II Syllabus comprises five sections, including Child Development, Learning & Pedagogy, Language 1 (Hindi), Language 2 (English), Mathematics & Science, and Social Studies.
The standard of questions in UPTET paper II is according to the topics mentioned by NCERT in the books of classes VI-VIII.
The subject-wise syllabus is given below :
UPTET Child Development and Pedagogy Syllabus
The syllabus for Child Development and Pedagogy corresponds to the difficulty level of Classes 6-8, presenting a highly conceptual and theoretical subject matter. It assesses candidates’ depth of understanding of key concepts. Success in this section hinges on a thorough study of each topic, facilitating strong performance. This segment comprises 30 questions, with each correct answer earning candidates 1 mark.
UPTET Child Development and Pedagogy Syllabus for Paper II
Topic
Sub-Topic
Child Development
The meaning, necessity, and scope of child development, stages of child development, physical development, mental development, emotional development, language development, development of expressive ability, creativity, and development of creative ability
Basis of child development and factors influencing them – inheritance, environment (Family, social, school, communication medium)
Meaning and principles of learning:-
Effective methods of learning, influencing the meaning of learning (learning)
Rules of learning – The main rules of learning of Thorndike and their importance in learning
The key principles of learning and their practical utility in classroom teaching, Thorndike’s attempt and theory, and their practical utility in classroom teaching, Thorndike’s theory of love and error, Pavlov’s relation theory of response, Skinner’s introduced learning theory, Kohler’s curve – Meaning and type, plateau meaning in learning and cause and resolution.
Teaching and learning disciplines:-
Meaning and purpose of teaching, communication, principles of teaching,
sources of teaching,
teaching methods, new methods of learning (approach),
basic teaching and basic skills of teaching.
Inclusive education guidance and counseling: –
Educational inclusion means identity, type, resolution, eg, excluded class, language, religion, caste, region, color, gender, physical skills (visually impaired, hearing impaired, and speech/bone impaired), and mental efficiency.
Equipment, materials, methods, TLM, and observations required for inclusion
Necessary tools and techniques for testing the learning of inclusive children
Special teaching methods for including children. Such as Braille script, etc
Guidance and counseling for inclusive children – Meaning, purpose, types, methods, requirements, and fields
Departments / Institutions supporting in consultation: –
Psychology Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad
Divisional Psychology Center (at Divisional Level)
District hospital
Trained Diet Mentor in the District Education and Training Institute
Supervision and inspection system
Community and school support committees
Government and NGOs
Importance of guidance and counseling in children’s learning
(B) Study and teaching:-
How children think and learn; how and why children ‘fail’ to achieve success in school performance
Basic processes of teaching and learning, children’s learning strategies, learning as a social activity, and social context of learning
Child as a problem solver and a ‘scientific investigator’
An alternative concept of learning in children, understanding child errors as important stages in the learning process
Perception and sensations
Motivation and learning
Tax contributors to learning – private and environmental
UPTET Syllabus in Hindi Language-1
Language 1 will mainly focus on proficiencies related to the medium of instruction. This section is also scoring, but it demands proper preparation. The language depends upon the level of understanding of the Language. This section consists of 30 questions with 1 mark each.
UPTET Syllabus in Hindi Language -1 for Paper II
Topic
Sub – Topic
Hindi (subject matter)
अपठित अनुच्छेद
हिंदी वर्णमाला (स्वर, व्यंजन)
वर्णों के मेल से मात्रिक तथा अमात्रिक शब्दों की पहचान
वाक्य रचना
हिंदी की सभी ध्वनियों के पारस्परिक अंतर की जानकारी विशेष रूप से – ष, स, ब, व, ढ, ड, क्ष, छ, ण तथा न की ध्वनियाँ
हिंदी भाषा की सभी ध्वनियों, वर्णों अनुस्वार एव चन्द्रबिंदु में अंतर
संयुक्ताक्षर एवं अनुनासिक ध्वनियों के प्रयोग से बने शब्द
सभी प्रकार की मात्राएँ
विराम चिह्नों यथा – अल्प विराम, अर्द्धविराम, पूर्णविराम, प्रश्नवाचक, विस्मयबोधक, चिह्नों का प्रयोग
विलोम, समानार्थी, तुकान्त, अतुकान्त, सामान, ध्वनियों वाले शब्द
वचन, लिंग एव काल
प्रत्यय, उपसर्ग, तत्सम तद्भव व देशज, शब्दों की पहचान एव उनमें अंतर
लोकोक्तियाँ एव मुहावरों के अर्थ
सन्धि – (1) स्वर सन्धि – दीर्घ सन्धि, गुण सन्धि, वृद्धि सन्धि, यण सन्धि, अयादि सन्धि (2) व्यंजन सन्धि (3) विसर्ग सन्धि
वाच्य, समान एव अंलकार के भेद
कवियों एव लेखकों की रचनाएँ
Hindi Pedagogy
अधिगम और अर्जन
भाषा अध्यापन के सिद्धांत
सुनने और बोलने की भूमिका: भाषा का कार्य तथा बालक इसे किस प्रकार एक उपकरण के रूप में प्रयोग करते है
मौखिक और लिखित रूप में विचारों के संप्रेषण के लिए किसी भाषा के अधिगम में व्याकरण की भूमिका पर निर्णायक संदर्श
एक भिंन कक्षा में भाषा पढाने की चुनौतियाँ भाषा की कठिनाइयाँ त्रुटिया और विकार
भाषा कौशल
भाषा बोधगम्यता और प्रवीणता का मुल्यांकन करना: बोलना, सुनना, पढना, लिखना
Language 2 is also based on basic concepts such as Language 1. Language 2 will focus on the elements of language and comprehension abilities. Here we have listed all the important topics of Language II.
UPTET English/ Urdu/ Sanskrit Syllabus Language for Paper II
Topic
Sub-Topic
English Content:-
Unseen passage
Nouns and their kinds
Pronouns and their kinds
Verbs and their kinds
Adjectives and their kinds & degrees
Adverbs and their kinds
A preposition and its kinds
Conjunction and its kinds
Intersection
Singular and plural
Subject and predicate
Negative and interrogative sentences
Masculine and feminine gender
Punctuation
Suffixed with root words
Phrasal verbs
Use of Somebody, Nobody, Anybody
Parts of speech
Narration
Active voice and passive voice
Antonyms & synonyms
Use of Homophones
Use of requests in sentences
Silent letters in words
Urdu
Unseen passage
Knowledge of language masters the tongue.
Understanding of MukhtalifAsnaafAdabHamd, Ghazal, Qasida, Marcia, Masnavi, Geet, etc., and their difference
To get information about the situation of the poets and their well-being through the lives of many poets and lovers
Achieving eloquence with the help and importance of the Urdu language in Mushtaraka Tehzeeb of the country
Ism and its Aksam, Fail, Sifat, Jamir, Tazkiron Tanias, Tzad’s deemed
Information about the correct tamarind and Arab
Idioms, acquiring speech from JurbalAmsal
Knowledge of saints
The political, social, and ekhalaki mainstay is being beseeched and keeps its attitude on it
Sanskrit
Unseen Passage
Sandhi – Vowels, consonants
Incessant
Compound
Use of gender, speech, and time
Prefix
Synonym
Antonyms
Factor
Ornamentation
Suffix
Speech
Nouns – Knowledge of the forms of all the inflections and words of the following words: The word masculine, The word feminine, The word neuter, Inexplicable masculine, Inexplicable feminine, Inexplicable neuter, Postpartum masculine, Postpartum feminine, Postpartum neuter, Ecomant feminine, Ecomant masculine, Ecomant neuter, Rakaranta masculine
Pronouns
Adjectives
Metal
Numbers
(B) Teaching of language development: –
Learning and acquisition
Principles of language teaching
Role of listening and speaking: Language work and how children use it as a tool
A decisive perspective on the role of grammar in learning a language for communicating ideas verbally and in writing
Challenges of teaching language in a different classroom: language difficulties, errors, and disorders
Language skills
Assessing language comprehension and proficiency: speaking, listening, reading, and writing
The mathematics syllabus is extensive and challenging, yet the exam’s question difficulty level typically ranges from easy to moderate. Questions are sourced from NCERT Classes 6th to 8th and are centered around both mathematical concepts and their teaching pedagogy.
UPTET Mathematics Syllabus for Paper II
Topic
Sub-Topic
(A) Contents:-
Natural numbers, whole numbers, rational numbers
Integer, parenthesis, least common multiple, and greatest common factor.
Square root
Cube root
Identities
Algebra, Concept – variables, constant numbers, powers of variable numbers
Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of algebraic expressions, coefficients of terms and terms of algebraic expressions, homogeneous and non-homogeneous terms, degrees of expressions, the concept of one, two, and tripartite expressions
Simultaneous Equations, Square Equations, Linear Equations
Commercial Mathematics – Ratio, Proportion, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Tax, Barter System
Banking – Current Currency, Bills, and Cashmemo
Statistics – Classification of data, pictograph, mean, median and mode, and frequency
Pie and bar chart, picture of unclassified data
Probability (probability) graph, bar diagram, and mixed bar diagram
Cartesian floor
Mensuration
Exponential
(B) Teaching-related issues:-
Nature of mathematical/logical thinking
Place of mathematics in the curriculum
Math language
Community mathematics
Evaluation
Remedial teaching
Teaching problems
UPTET Science Syllabus for Paper II
The science syllabus is comprehensive and challenging, yet the exam’s question difficulty level remains moderate. Questions primarily focus on assessing candidates’ fundamental understanding of concepts. This section comprises 30 questions, aligned with topics outlined in the syllabus from NCERT Classes 6th to 8th, with potential difficulty extending to the senior secondary stage.
UPTET Science Syllabus for Paper II
Topic
Sub-Topic
(A) Content: –
Science in daily life, important discoveries, importance, anthropology, and technology
Fibers and textiles, from races to textiles. (process)
Living, non-living matter – fauna, classification of living organisms, classification of plants and animals based on flora and fauna, adaptation in organisms, changes in animals and plants.
Animal Structure and Functions
Microorganisms and their classification
Cell to organ
Adolescence, disability
Food, health, sanitation and disease, crop production, nitrogen cycle.
Animal nutrition
Nutrition, reproduction, beneficial plants in plants
Respiration, excretion in organisms, and beneficial animals
Measurement
Electric current
Magnetism
Speed, Force, and Equipment
Energy
Computer
Sound
Static electricity
Lighting and lighting equipment
Air quality, composition, necessity, utility, the ozone layer, the greenhouse effect
Water requirement, utility, source, quality, pollution, water conservation
Parts, groups of substances, separation of substances, structure, and nature of substances
Changes in the neighborhood, physical and chemical changes
Acids, bases, salts
Energy and heat
Man-made goods, plastic, glass, soap, clay
Minerals and Metals
Carbon and its compounds
Alternative sources of energy
(B) Teaching-related issues: –
Nature and structure of science
Natural Science/goals and objectives
Understanding and appreciating science
Approach / integrated approach
Observation/experiment/investigation (Method of science)
Innovation
Curriculum content/help material
Evaluation
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UPTET Social Science Syllabus for Paper II
Covering History, Geography, Polity, Environmental Studies (EVS), Gardening, Agriculture, and Pedagogy, this subject encompasses a broad spectrum of topics. Due to its extensive nature, adequate preparation is imperative. Questions in this section draw from the syllabus outlined in NCERT Classes 6th to 8th, with difficulty levels potentially extending to the senior secondary stage. This section consists of 60 questions.
UPTET Social Science Syllabus for Paper II
Topic
Sub-Topic
I. History: –
Sources of knowing the history
Stone Culture, Copper Stone Culture, Vedic Culture
India of the sixth century B.C
The early States of India
Establishment of the Mauryan Empire in India
Non-Mauryan India, Gupta period, Rajput India, Punyabhuti dynasty, states of South India
The arrival of Islam in India
Establishment, expansion, and disintegration of the Delhi Sultanate
Mughal Empire, Culture, Fall
The arrival of European powers in India and the establishment of the English state
Expansion of the Company State in India
Renaissance in India, Rise of Nationalism in India
The independence movement, independence, and the partition of India
Challenges of Independent India
II. Civics
We and our society
Rural and urban society and living conditions.
Rural and urban self-government
District Administration
Our constitution
Traffic safety
Central and state governance
Democracy in India
The country’s security and foreign policy
Global Seas and India
Citizen protection
Disability
III. Geography
Earth in the Solar System, Globe – Determination of locations on Earth, Earth’s movements.
Mapping, Four Circles of Earth, Structure – Earth’s Structure, Major Structure of Earth
India in the world, India’s physical form, soil, vegetation, and wildlife, India’s climate, India’s economic resources, traffic, trade, and communication.
Uttar Pradesh – Location in India, Political Department, Climate, Soil, Vegetable and Wildlife Agriculture, Mineral Industry – Business Population and Urbanization
Surface forms, changing factors. (Internal and external factors)
Atmosphere, hydrosphere
Major natural regions and life of the world
Mineral Resources, Industries
Disaster and Disaster Management
IV. Environmental Studies
Environment, natural resources, and their utility
Natural Balance
Use of resources
Impact of population growth on the environment, environmental pollution
Waste Management, Disasters, Environmentalists, Award in the field of Environment, Environment Day, Environmental Calendar
V. Home-work / Home Science
Health and hygiene
Nutrition, diseases, and ways to avoid them, first aid
Food preservation
Pollution
Digestive diseases and common diseases
Home Management, Sewing Art, Washing Art, Cooking, Weaving Art, Embroidery Art
Learn to pronounce
VI. Physical Education and Sports
Physical Education, Exercise, Yoga, and Pranayama
Marching, National Sports, and Awards
Small and Recreational Sports, International Games
Sports and our food
First aid
Importance of drug side effects and measures to prevent them, sports, sports management, and planning.
Shrubs and vines, ornamental plants, seasonal flower cultivation, fruit cultivation, herb garden, vegetable cultivation
Amplification
Fruit testing, fruit preservation – jam, jelly, sauce, pickle making
Climatology
Crop circle
(B) Teaching-related issues
Concept and method of social study
Procedures, Activities, and Discourse of Narrative
Develop thoughtful thinking
Inquiry / Empirical Evidence
Problems of teaching social science / social studies
Project Work
Evaluation
UPTET Syllabus PDF
The Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board has officially published the syllabus for UPTET Paper 1 and Paper 2. Candidates interested in accessing the UPTET Syllabus PDF can download it in both Hindi and English. Those aspiring to teach at both primary (classes I to V) and upper primary (classes VI to VIII) levels are required to appear for both Paper 1 and Paper 2.
UPTET Syllabus PDF includes Child Development and Teaching Methodology, Language 1 and 2, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, Science, and Social Studies. In the table, we are providing you with the detailed topics-wise UPTET syllabus PDF for the 2025 Exam.
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