Indian Railways has decided to operate unreserved exam special trains for candidates appearing in the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UP TET) 2026. These trains will run between July 1 and July 5, 2026, to ensure students can reach their centers easily. The UP TET exams are scheduled from July 2 to July 4, 2026, in two shifts.
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Which are the exam special trains and their routes
The railway administration has announced four pairs of unreserved special trains to help candidates. These trains will connect major cities like Gorakhpur, Lucknow, and Varanasi.
| Train Number | Route | Operation Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 05031 | Gorakhpur to Lucknow Jn. | July 3 to July 5 |
| 05032 | Lucknow Jn. to Gorakhpur | July 2 to July 4 |
| 05149 | Varanasi City to Gorakhpur | July 1 to July 3 |
| 05150 | Gorakhpur to Varanasi City | July 2 to July 4 |
What are the exam timings and administration arrangements
The UPESSC is organizing the exams on July 2, 3, and 4. On July 2 and 3, the exam will be held in two shifts from 09:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM. On July 4, the exam will only be held in the morning shift.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to ensure safety and easy travel for all candidates. Helpdesks will be set up at railway stations and bus stands in Lucknow and other districts to provide information about exam centers. Special leave has also been granted to serving teachers appearing for the test.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
UP TET 2026 की परीक्षा कब होगी?
UP TET 2026 की परीक्षा 2, 3 और 4 जुलाई 2026 को आयोजित की जाएगी। 2 और 3 जुलाई को दो पालियों में और 4 जुलाई को केवल सुबह की पाली में परीक्षा होगी।
एग्जाम स्पेशल ट्रेनें कब से कब तक चलेंगी?
भारतीय रेलवे द्वारा इन अनारक्षित स्पेशल ट्रेनों का संचालन 1 जुलाई से 5 जुलाई 2026 के बीच किया जाएगा।