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December 2026 Exam Schedule: Key Dates for Government Job Aspirants

December 2026 is set to be a crucial month for government job aspirants, with a series of examinations scheduled from December 3rd to 24th. This article outlines the key dates and details of various exams, including the UP TGT, CTET, and UGC-NET. Candidates are advised to prepare effectively and manage their time wisely to navigate this demanding schedule. Read on for a comprehensive breakdown of the examination calendar and tips for success.
By Ambika Singh Nov 13, 2026, 22:17 IST

Overview of December's Examination Schedule



The month of December is gearing up to be extremely eventful, with numerous examinations slated to occur at both the state level in Uttar Pradesh and nationally. This examination series will kick off on December 3rd and wrap up with the UP TGT exam on December 24th.

For those aiming for government positions, December 2026 promises to be a month filled with challenges. The examination schedule is packed, starting with the primary teacher recruitment test on December 3rd and culminating with the UP TGT exam on December 24th. Key assessments during this period include the prestigious PCS Preliminary Examination by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC), the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), the UGC-NET, the UP PGT examination, and various departmental screening tests. Experts recommend that candidates adopt effective revision techniques and create a structured timetable to navigate this demanding month successfully.


Detailed Examination Schedule for December 2026

Examination Dates:



  • December 3rd & 4th, 2026 – The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission will conduct exams to fill 12,405 assistant teacher positions in urban primary schools and government-aided institutions.


  • December 6th, 2026 – The UPPSC will hold the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services Preliminary Examination, covering around 500 vacancies.


  • December 12th & 13th, 2026 – The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will administer the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET), with a large number of candidates expected to participate.


  • December 14th to 19th, 2026 – The UGC-NET examination will take place, assessing eligibility for research and assistant professorships. Additionally, exams for 2,607 lecturer positions in aided secondary schools will occur on December 15 and 16.


  • December 16, 17, and 18, 2026 – Exams for technical and medical roles will be conducted, including the Drug Inspector exam on December 16, the Assistant Engineer screening on December 17, and the Medical Officer exam on December 18.


  • December 20, 2026 – The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission will conduct exams for Accountant (Lekhpal), Accountant Examiner, and Vidhan Bhawan Guard positions.


  • December 23 and 24, 2026 – A written examination for 17,735 TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher) positions in non-government aided secondary schools will take place, attracting a significant number of candidates.