Society · India
UP TET Exam Begins Amidst Tight Security and High Candidate Numbers
The Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UP TET) 2026 commenced on July 2, with approximately 19.94 lakh candidates scheduled to appear across 955 centers. The examination is being conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) and will take place over several shifts until July 4. Security measures include rigorous screening, digital locks, and retina scans. In some districts, special bus services have been arranged for candidates, and police personnel are deployed at examination centers. Attendance rates have been reported as high, with one report noting over 90% presence.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 0 · Centre 4 · Right 2 n = 6
- Centre (4): Dainik Bhaskar, Jansatta, Khabar Lahariya, The Free Press Journal
- Right (2): Aaj Tak, Dainik Jagran