UP LT Grade Teacher Syllabus 2025: Complete Guide for Prelims & Mains

Posted on: 20 Sep 2025 | By: SKY Team

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The UP LT Grade Teacher recruitment process consists of two examination stages: Prelims (Screening Test) and Mains (Final Descriptive Exam). Understanding the syllabus and pattern for each stage is crucial for effective preparation.

Exam Structure Overview

Prelims (Screening Test)

  • 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
  • 30 questions from General Studies (common for all candidates)
  • 120 questions from your chosen subject (graduation-level knowledge)
  • Serves as qualifying exam for Mains
  • Marks do not count towards final merit

Mains (Final Descriptive Exam)

  • Only your chosen subject paper (no General Studies)
  • 20 descriptive questions (10 short answer + 10 long answer)
  • Marks determine final selection and merit

Important: Final merit list is prepared exclusively on the basis of Mains marks.

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Prelims Exam Pattern

Stage Content Question Type No. of Questions Marks Duration
Prelims General Studies (Common) MCQ 30 30 2 hours (120 minutes)
Concerned Subject (Subject chosen) MCQ 120 120
Mains Concerned Subject Only Descriptive 20 (10 short + 10 long) 200 3 hours (180 minutes)

Note: Prelims is qualifying only. Recent notices typically mention ~0.33 marks deducted per wrong answer in Prelims.

Prelims Syllabus

1. General Studies (Part A) — Topic Breakdown

General Studies is common for all candidates in Prelims only. Prepare both static and current topics thoroughly.

1.1 Current Affairs

  • National & international recent events (last 12–18 months) — major government schemes, budget highlights, important appointments, agreements & pacts
  • Awards & honours, sports results, major scientific discoveries and launches
  • Important committees/reports, major policy changes

1.2 History of India & Indian National Movement

  • Ancient: Harappan, Vedic period, Mauryan & Gupta civilizations — major rulers, administration, culture
  • Medieval: Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, regional kingdoms, Bhakti & Sufi movements
  • Modern: 18th–20th century — British expansion, socio-religious reforms, 1857 Revolt, freedom movement leaders, phases of the national movement

1.3 Indian & World Geography

  • Physical geography: landforms, climate, rivers, soils, vegetation
  • Indian geography: states, capitals, resources, agriculture, mineral deposits, economic regions
  • World geography basics: continents, important oceans, major mountain ranges and rivers

1.4 Indian Polity & Governance

  • Constitution: Preamble, Fundamental Rights & Duties, DPSPs
  • Union & State structure: Parliament, State Legislature, President, Governor, Judiciary
  • Panchayati Raj, local governance, public policy, rights issues and implementation

1.5 Indian Economy & Social Development

  • Basic economic concepts: GDP, inflation, fiscal & monetary policy
  • Banking basics, public finance, taxation, schemes for social welfare
  • Population, urbanisation, poverty, development indicators

1.6 General Science & Technology

  • Everyday science: basic physics, chemistry, biology concepts (school level)
  • Applied science: recent technological developments, role of science in society
  • Environmental science: ecosystems, biodiversity, pollution, conservation

1.7 Indian Agriculture & Rural Issues

  • Crops and cropping patterns, irrigation, marketing of agricultural produce
  • Agri schemes, agro-practices, problems of rural development

1.8 Elementary Mathematics (up to Class 10)

  • Number system, fractions, decimals, ratio & proportion
  • Percentages, averages, profit & loss, time & work, time, speed & distance
  • Basic algebra, geometry (plane & mensuration), data interpretation

1.9 Teaching Aptitude & Educational Awareness

  • Principles of teaching, classroom management, lesson planning
  • Child development, inclusive education, evaluation methods
  • Use of ICT in education and basic computer awareness

2. Concerned Subject (Part B) — Prelims MCQs

For Prelims, you need to prepare your chosen subject at graduation level with focus on factual knowledge and concepts:

1. English

  • Grammar: Parts of speech, Tenses, Voice, Narration, Modals, Articles, Prepositions, Clauses, Conditionals
  • Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms, Phrases, One-word substitutions
  • Comprehension & Unseen passages
  • Prose & Poetry (Indian & Western literature)
  • Figures of Speech, Literary Terms
  • Translation (Eng ↔ Hindi)

2. Hindi

  • व्याकरण: संधि, समास, अलंकार, रस, छंद, वाक्य रचना, शब्द रचना
  • शब्दावली: पर्यायवाची, विलोम, मुहावरे, लोकोक्तियाँ
  • निबंध, पत्र, संवाद लेखन
  • प्रसिद्ध लेखक एवं कृतियाँ
  • गद्य व पद्य खंड, अपठित गद्यांश
  • अनुवाद (हिंदी ↔ अंग्रेज़ी)

3. Mathematics

  • Arithmetic: Percentages, Ratio, Proportion, Average, Profit & Loss, SI & CI, Time, Speed, Work
  • Algebra: Equations, Polynomials, Identities, Quadratic Equations
  • Geometry: Triangles, Circles, Coordinate Geometry
  • Mensuration: Area, Volume, Surface
  • Trigonometry: Heights & Distances, Identities
  • Statistics: Mean, Median, Mode, Probability
  • Calculus basics

4. Science

  • Physics: Motion, Force, Work, Power, Energy, Light, Sound, Electricity, Magnetism
  • Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Periodic Table, Acids, Bases, Salts, Chemical Reactions, Organic Chemistry basics
  • Biology: Cell, Tissues, Plant Physiology, Human Anatomy, Genetics, Reproduction, Ecology, Microorganisms
  • Applied Science & Environment

5. Social Studies

  • History: Ancient, Medieval, Modern India; Indian National Movement; World History (basics)
  • Geography: Physical & Human Geography; Indian rivers, mountains, resources, industries, population
  • Polity: Indian Constitution, Government structure, Rights & Duties, Panchayati Raj
  • Economics: Basic economic concepts, Indian economy, Social Development, Planning
  • Society & Reforms

6. Commerce

  • Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting
  • Business Organization & Management
  • Business Economics (Micro & Macro)
  • Banking & Insurance
  • Auditing & Taxation (including GST basics)
  • Marketing Management
  • Modern Trends in Commerce (E-commerce, Digital Payments)

7. Computer Science

  • Fundamentals of Computer & IT
  • Hardware & Software, Operating Systems
  • Programming (C, C++, basics of Java, Python)
  • Database Management Systems
  • Internet & Web Technologies
  • Information Security & Cyber Laws
  • MS Office & Productivity Tools

8. Physical Education

  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Health Education & Nutrition
  • Psychology in Sports
  • Rules & Regulations of Games & Sports
  • Exercise Science, Yoga, Fitness Training
  • History & Principles of Physical Education
  • Organization & Supervision of PE

9. Home Science

  • Human Development (Childhood, Adolescence)
  • Family Resource Management
  • Food & Nutrition, Dietetics
  • Clothing & Textiles
  • Consumer Education
  • Health, Hygiene, Childcare
  • Household management

10. Agriculture

  • Soil Science, Soil Fertility, Irrigation Methods
  • Crop Production & Management
  • Horticulture & Floriculture
  • Animal Husbandry & Dairy
  • Agricultural Economics & Marketing
  • Farm Management, Tools & Techniques
  • Govt. Schemes in Agriculture

11. Sanskrit

  • Grammar: Sandhi, Samas, Karak, Shabd Roop, Dhatu Roop
  • Literature: Famous authors & works
  • Translation (Sanskrit ↔ Hindi/English)
  • Vyakaran Prakriya
  • Unseen passages (Gadyansh & Padyansh)

12. Arts / Fine Arts / Drawing

  • History of Indian & Western Art
  • Elements & Principles of Art
  • Color Theory, Form, Perspective
  • Techniques of Painting, Drawing, Sculpture
  • Aesthetics & Criticism
  • Famous Artists & Movements

13. Music (Vocal/Instrumental)

  • Indian Classical Music (Ragas, Taals)
  • Folk & Light Music
  • Western Music Basics
  • History of Indian Music
  • Notation Systems
  • Famous Musicians & Composers

14. Urdu

  • Grammar: Ism, Fail, Harf, Tarkeeb
  • Vocabulary: Idioms, Proverbs
  • Literary Works: Famous poets & authors
  • Gady (Prose), Pady (Poetry)
  • Translation (Urdu ↔ Hindi/English)
  • Comprehension

Mains Syllabus

The Mains exam tests in-depth knowledge of your chosen subject with emphasis on descriptive answers, analytical ability, and teaching methodology.

Subject Knowledge (Advanced)

All topics from Prelims syllabus but at a deeper level, with additional emphasis on:

  • Critical analysis of concepts
  • Interrelationships between different topics
  • Historical development of the subject
  • Contemporary applications and recent advances

Pedagogy & Teaching Methodology

This is a crucial component of the Mains exam:

  • Lesson planning and curriculum development
  • Teaching methods specific to your subject
  • Classroom management strategies
  • Assessment and evaluation techniques
  • Remedial teaching approaches
  • Use of teaching aids and technology in education
  • Inclusive education practices

Subject-Specific Pedagogy

English Pedagogy

  • Methods of teaching language skills (LSRW)
  • Teaching grammar in context
  • Literature teaching approaches
  • Evaluating language proficiency

Mathematics Pedagogy

  • Developing mathematical thinking
  • Teaching problem-solving strategies
  • Using manipulatives and visual aids
  • Addressing math anxiety

Science Pedagogy

  • Laboratory-based learning
  • Teaching scientific method and inquiry
  • Addressing misconceptions in science
  • Safety in science classrooms

Social Science Pedagogy

  • Teaching historical thinking skills
  • Using primary sources in history
  • Map skills and geographic thinking
  • Teaching civic engagement

Commerce Pedagogy

  • Teaching accounting concepts practically
  • Using case studies in business education
  • Developing financial literacy
  • Connecting commerce concepts to real-world applications

How to Prepare for Both Stages

Prelims Preparation Strategy

  • Focus on factual recall and concept clarity
  • Practice MCQs regularly with time limits
  • Take sectional tests for both GS and your subject
  • Learn elimination techniques for MCQs
  • Focus on speed and accuracy

Mains Preparation Strategy

  • Develop deep conceptual understanding
  • Practice answer writing regularly
  • Focus on structure and presentation of answers
  • Learn pedagogical approaches for your subject
  • Practice previous years' descriptive questions
  • Develop time management for long and short answers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is the Prelims score added to the final merit?

A: No, Prelims is only a qualifying examination. The final selection is based solely on Mains marks.

Q2: How should I balance preparation for both exams?

A: Focus first on building strong subject knowledge which helps in both exams. After Prelims, dedicate time specifically to answer writing practice and pedagogy for Mains.

Q3: What is the weightage of pedagogy in Mains?

A: Pedagogy and teaching methodology typically constitute 30-40% of the Mains exam questions.

Q4: Are both exams compulsory?

A: Yes, you must qualify Prelims to be eligible to appear for Mains.

Next Steps — Start Practising

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