UP Govt, ICICI Bank to streamline TET 2026 registration fee payment gateway

The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) has collaborated with ICICI Bank to streamline the registration fee payment process for the UP Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026.

The bank will provide advanced digital payment solutions by integrating “EasyPay Classic” gateway. The new payment system will enable faster, more secure, and easier collection of registration fees for candidates applying for the TET 2026, according to an official statement.

Prashant Kumar, chairman, said: “This partnership is a significant initiative towards providing a transparent, secure, and efficient payment system for candidates. This will not only simplify the application process but also promote digital transactions. For better coordination and effective implementation, the Bank has also appointed a dedicated Coordination Manager who will coordinate with the Commission to ensure quality services.”

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In January, the UPESSC announced the UP TET 2026 exam dates along with the recruitment exams scheduled in the first half of 2026 for assistant professor, PGT, and TGT on July 2, 3, and 4.

The agreement was signed between the Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission and ICICI Bank at a ceremony held at the Commission's office in Prayagraj's Allenganj, today.

“For the convenience of candidates, a dedicated Helpdesk facility has also been provided under the agreement for quick resolution of payment-related issues,” the statement reads.