Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
UP B.Ed JEE is the centralized state-level entrance examination for admission into 2-year regular Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) courses in Uttar Pradesh. The test allocates over 2.5 lakh seats across 16 state universities including Lucknow University, Bundelkhand University, CCSU Meerut, and DDU Gorakhpur.
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 400 Marks| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 Part A: General Knowledge | 50 Questions | 100 Marks | 3 Hours (9 AM - 12 PM) |
| Paper 1 Part B: Language (Hindi or English) | 50 Questions | 100 Marks | 3 Hours (9 AM - 12 PM) |
| Paper 2 Part A: General Aptitude Test | 50 Questions (Reasoning & Basic Math) | 100 Marks | 3 Hours (2 PM - 5 PM) |
| Paper 2 Part B: Subject Ability (Arts / Science / Commerce / Agriculture) | 50 Questions (Undergraduate Level) | 100 Marks | 3 Hours (2 PM - 5 PM) |
+2 marks for correct answer, -0.66 marks for wrong answer (one-third negative marking). Total 200 questions for 400 marks.
Negative Marking Rule: One-third penalty (-0.66 marks) per wrong answer
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
Score above 260-280 out of 400 needed for government-aided seats in top state universities.
Participating Institutes / Career Pathways
Frequently Asked Questions
Can engineering graduates apply for UP B.Ed JEE?
Yes, engineering graduates (B.E./B.Tech) with specialization in science and mathematics with minimum 55% marks are eligible for UP B.Ed JEE.
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