The UP TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) exam is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Service Selection Board (UPSESSB) to recruit teachers for government secondary schools. It is a crucial exam for candidates aspiring to become subject-specific teachers in government-aided schools across Uttar Pradesh.

This article presents the complete syllabus with all subjects, topic-wise details, preparation strategy, book suggestions, and syllabus PDF link—designed to help you achieve your teaching career goals in 2025.

UP TGT Exam Overview

Exam Component	Details
Exam Name	UP Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT)
Conducting Body	UPSESSB
Exam Mode	Offline (Pen & Paper)
Total Questions	125
Total Marks	500
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Time Duration	2 Hours
Negative Marking	No
Languages	Hindi & English
Selection Process	Written Exam + Document Verification

Subject-Wise Detailed Syllabus – Topic Tables

Each subject is given in a separate table with Topic Details for clarity.

1. General Awareness

Topics	Topic Details
Indian History	Important events, movements, freedom struggle, dynasties, and cultural heritage
Indian Geography	Mountains, rivers, climate, soil, agriculture, and natural vegetation
Indian Polity & Constitution	Fundamental Rights, Duties, Parliament, President, Judiciary
Indian Economy	Economic reforms, Five-Year Plans, GDP, banking system, taxation
General Science	Basic physics, chemistry, biology and everyday science concepts
Current Affairs	Recent events in India and the world, awards, sports, defense
Uttar Pradesh GK	Government schemes, politics, festivals, heritage, demographics

2. English

Topics	Topic Details
Grammar	Parts of speech, tenses, active/passive voice, narration, conjunctions
Vocabulary	Antonyms, synonyms, idioms, phrases, one-word substitutions
Comprehension	Passage-based MCQs to test understanding and inference skills
Composition	Essay, precis writing, letter and report writing
Literature	Knowledge of major literary works, authors, and literary periods

3. Hindi

Topics	Topic Details
Vyakaran (Grammar)	Samas, Sandhi, Alankar, Karak, Ling, Vachan, Kal, and sentence formation
Vocabulary	Synonyms, Antonyms, Tatsam-Tadbhav, Muhavare, Lokoktiyan
Composition	Essay, letter, creative writing
Literature	Major writers, poets, their works and literary movements

4. Quantitative Aptitude

Topics	Topic Details
Arithmetic	Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio, Time and Work, Speed and Distance
Algebra	Linear and quadratic equations, identities
Geometry	Properties of triangles, circles, angles, polygons
Trigonometry	Ratios, identities, applications in real life problems
Mensuration	Area and volume of 2D and 3D shapes
Data Interpretation	Tables, pie charts, bar graphs

5. Science

A. Physics

Topics	Topic Details
Mechanics	Laws of motion, gravitation, friction, work and energy
Thermodynamics	Heat, temperature, thermal expansion, heat transfer
Light and Sound	Reflection, refraction, lenses, mirrors, wave motion
Electricity & Magnetism	Current, resistance, circuits, magnetism, electromagnetic induction

B. Chemistry

Topics	Topic Details
Physical Chemistry	Mole concept, atomic structure, gas laws, equilibrium
Inorganic Chemistry	Periodic table, chemical bonding, s-block and p-block elements
Organic Chemistry	Hydrocarbons, functional groups, alcohols, ketones, reactions

C. Biology

Topics	Topic Details
Cell Biology	Structure, functions, cell organelles, cell division
Human Physiology	Digestive, respiratory, circulatory, excretory, nervous systems
Genetics & Evolution	Mendel’s laws, genetic code, DNA, evolution theories
Ecology	Ecosystem, pollution, biodiversity, conservation

6. Mathematics

Topics	Topic Details
Number System	Divisibility, LCM, HCF, integers, rational and irrational numbers
Algebra	Polynomials, factorization, equations, identities
Geometry	Triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, coordinates
Trigonometry	Ratios, identities, height & distance problems
Calculus	Limits, continuity, derivatives, integrals (basic concepts)
Statistics & Probability	Mean, median, mode, probability, data analysis

7. Social Science

Topics	Topic Details
History	Indian and world history, nationalism, colonialism, freedom movement
Geography	Resources, agriculture, industries, climate, disaster management
Civics	Democracy, constitution, judiciary, elections, rights
Economics	Demand-supply, budgeting, inflation, national income

8. Sanskrit / Urdu

Topics	Topic Details
Grammar	Sandhi, Samas, Tenses, cases, sentence formation
Literature	Famous poets, writers, literary works, periods
Translation & Composition	Paragraph translation (Hindi-English-Sanskrit/Urdu)

9. Computer Science / ICT

Topics	Topic Details
Basics of Computers	Input-output devices, memory, storage types
Operating Systems	Functions of Windows, Linux, Android
Networking & Internet	LAN, WAN, Internet protocols, browsing tools
Programming Basics	C, C++, Python concepts, flowcharts, logic building
ICT in Education	E-learning, smart classes, online teaching tools

10. Home Science

Topics	Topic Details
Human Development	Life stages, child psychology, family relationships
Nutrition & Health	Balanced diet, nutrients, deficiency diseases
Fabric & Apparel	Fibers, weaving, garment design
Home Management	Budgeting, resource management

11. Commerce / Economics

Topics	Topic Details
Accountancy	Journal entries, ledger, trial balance, final accounts
Business Studies	Principles of management, entrepreneurship, business environment
Economics	National income, banking, demand-supply, economic policies

12. Arts / Music / Physical Education

Topics	Topic Details
Fine Arts	Elements of design, color theory, techniques
Music	Indian classical, folk music, ragas, instruments
Physical Education	Anatomy, fitness, health, sports psychology

13. Agriculture

Topics	Topic Details
Soil Science	Soil formation, types, fertility, testing
Agronomy	Crops, cultivation practices, irrigation
Animal Husbandry	Poultry, dairy, livestock diseases

14. Education / Psychology

Topics	Topic Details
Educational Psychology	Learning styles, development theories (Piaget, Vygotsky)
Teaching Methods	Pedagogy, TLMs, lesson planning
NEP 2020	School structure, foundational changes, vocational integration
Evaluation & Assessment	Continuous evaluation, Bloom’s taxonomy

Syllabus PDF Download

Visit: http://www.upsessb.org

Click on “Syllabus” tab

Choose your subject → Download TGT Syllabus PDF

Recommended Books

Subject	Books
General Knowledge	Lucent’s GK, Manorama Yearbook, Arihant General Studies
Hindi	Samanya Hindi – Arihant, Lucent Hindi Grammar
English	Objective English – SP Bakshi, Wren & Martin
Maths	Quantitative Aptitude – RS Aggarwal, NCERT Maths (6–10)
Science	NCERT Science (6–10), Pradeep’s Physics/Chemistry/Biology
Social Science	NCERT History, Civics, Geography (6–10), Laxmikant Polity
Commerce	Accountancy by DK Goel, Business Studies by Poonam Gandhi
Psychology	Psychology by S.K. Mangal, Child Psychology by D. Chauhan
Computer	Basics of Computer – Arihant, Ramesh Publication Computer Science

Preparation Tips

• Study NCERTs First – Build foundational understanding.
• Create a Daily Timetable – Allocate fixed hours per subject.
• Revise Weekly – Make short notes and mind maps.
• Solve PYQs and Mock Tests – Helps in time management and question pattern awareness.
• Stay Updated – Read newspapers, follow educational policy news.
• Use Flashcards – For formulas, authors, important acts, etc.

Specialization Notes

• TGT Science: Choose stream-specific areas—PCM or PCB.
• TGT Commerce: Equal focus on accountancy, business, and eco.
• TGT Arts/Physical Ed: Be ready for both practical and theoretical knowledge.
• Language Subjects: Literature + Grammar must be equally balanced.

Conclusion

The UP TGT 2025 syllabus covers a wide spectrum of subjects with deep domain knowledge required in each. This guide offers you a complete roadmap with topic-wise details, recommended books, and preparation strategies. Systematic preparation and consistent revision will help you crack the exam with confidence.