UPMSP Finalizes 8,033 Examination Centers for UP Board Exams 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP), commonly known as the UP Board, has officially released the final list of examination centers for the upcoming Class 10 and Class 12 board examinations in 2026. This announcement brings clarity to thousands of students across the state who are preparing for these crucial academic assessments.
How the Centers Were Finalized
The Examination Center Determination Committee convened on December 24, 2025, to review and approve the proposed centers. Following this meeting, the board confirmed a total of 8,033 examination centers spread throughout Uttar Pradesh. This extensive network of centers ensures that students from all districts, including those in remote areas, will have access to convenient examination locations.
Where to Find the Complete List
The full list of approved examination centers has been uploaded to the official UPMSP website. Additionally, students and parents can access this information through the board’s official social media channels, including their X (formerly Twitter) account and Facebook page. The board has made the list easily accessible to ensure transparency and to help students identify their respective centers well in advance.
District-Wide Coverage
The finalized centers span all major districts of Uttar Pradesh, providing comprehensive coverage across the state. Some of the key districts included in this list are:
- Agra, Mathura, Aligarh, and Firozabad in the western region
- Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Meerut, and Baghpat in the central-western area
- Bareilly, Moradabad, Rampur, and Sambhal in the northern belt
- Lucknow, Kanpur Nagar, Kanpur Dehat, and Unnao in the central region
- Prayagraj, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, and Azamgarh in the eastern part
- Jhansi, Lalitpur, Banda, and Chitrakoot in the Bundelkhand region
- Ballia, Mau, Jaunpur, and Ghazipur in the far-eastern districts
Other districts such as Saharanpur, Shahjahanpur, Sitapur, Hardoi, Rae Bareli, Farrukhabad, Etawah, Kannauj, Hamirpur, Mahoba, Pratapgarh, Fatehpur, Kaushambi, Sultanpur, Ayodhya, Barabanki, Ambedkar Nagar, Amethi, Bahraich, Shravasti, Gonda, Balrampur, Basti, Sant Kabir Nagar, Siddharth Nagar, Maharajganj, Deoria, Kushinagar, Mirzapur, Sonbhadra, Chandoli, and Bhadohi are also included in the comprehensive list.
Examination Schedule for 2026
The UP Board examinations for both high school (Class 10) and intermediate (Class 12) are scheduled to take place from February 18 to March 12, 2026. This two-phase examination window allows students ample time to prepare and appear for their papers without unnecessary haste.
Before the theory examinations begin, practical examinations will be conducted between January 24 and February 9, 2026. This separate window for practical tests ensures that students can complete their hands-on assessments before focusing on the written papers.
Key Dates for Students
According to the official examination schedule, the first paper for high school students will be Hindi or Preliminary Hindi, scheduled for February 18 in the morning shift. On the same day, intermediate students will appear for their Hindi or General Hindi examination in the afternoon shift. This staggered scheduling allows the board to manage resources effectively while ensuring smooth conduct of examinations.
Students are advised to regularly check the official UPMSP website for any updates regarding their examination centers and admit cards. Being aware of the examination center location well in advance helps students plan their travel and avoid any last-minute confusion on the day of the examination.
