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UP Board Exam Centers 2026: [ARCHIVED] Completed

9 March 20268 min readBy UPSeva Team

[!IMPORTANT] �.archive (9 March 2026): UP Board exams have been completed successfully (18 February - 12 March 2026). This article is archived for reference.

🔄 UPDATE (16 February 2026): UP Board ने परीक्षा केंद्रों पर सुरक्षा व्यवस्था और कड़ी कर दी है। 222 संवेदनशील केंद्रों को चिह्नित किया गया है। जिला नियंत्रण कक्ष में कमरा निरीक्षकों की जानकारी उपलब्ध होगी।

UP Board Exam Centers 2026: Official List Released 📢

उत्तर प्रदेश माध्यमिक शिक्षा परिषद (UPMSP) ने हाई स्कूल (10th) और इंटरमीडिएट (12th) परीक्षा 2026 के लिए 7,448 परीक्षा केंद्रों की Official अंतिम सूची जारी कर दी है। इस बार कड़ी सुरक्षा व्यवस्था की गई है।

[!IMPORTANT] 📊 Total Centers: 7,448 (Final List Released: 29 December 2025) 📅 Exam Period: 18 February - 12 March 2026 🔒 Security: CCTV Mandatory + Mobile Jammers at 20 Sensitive Centers 📋 Official Notice: Download Center Policy PDF


📅 Important Dates (Official)

EventDateOfficial Notice
Center Policy Released01 November 2025Policy PDF
District Committee Approval17 December 2025Notice PDF
Final Center List29 December 2025Final List PDF
CCTV Upload Portal Open19 January 2026Portal
Exam Start18 February 2026Date Sheet
Exam End12 March 2026Date Sheet

🔗 Official Center List - How to Check

Method 1: Online Portal

  1. Visit https://school.upmsp.edu.in/CenterList.aspx
  2. Select your District (जिला)
  3. Download Center List PDF

Method 2: Official PDF Download

📄 Download Complete Center List PDF (Released: 29/12/2025)

Method 3: School Login Portal

👨‍🏫 School Login for Centers - Schools can view assigned centers


🚨 Anti-Cheating Measures: Strict Security Protocol 2026

UPMSP ने इस बार 3-Layer Security System लागू किया है:

Layer 1: Center Selection (Official Policy)

CriteriaDetailsSource
Center Establishment PolicyStrict infrastructure requirementsPolicy PDF
District Committee ApprovalDIOS, District Magistrate approval mandatoryNotice PDF
Final List7,448 centers approved from thousands of applicationsFinal PDF

Layer 2: CCTV & Surveillance (Mandatory)

[!CAUTION] 📹 CCTV/DVR अनिवार्य: सभी 7,448 केंद्रों पर CCTV camera installation अनिवार्य

Security MeasureOfficial RequirementPortal
CCTV InstallationAll centers must have working CCTVUpload Portal
DVR SystemDigital recording mandatorySame Portal
CCTV Upload DeadlineBefore exam start19 January 2026 onwards
SOP for PracticalSeparate security for practical examsSOP PDF

CCTV Upload Portal: https://schoollogin.upmsp.edu.in/

Layer 3: Mobile Jammers & Flying Squads

[!IMPORTANT] 📵 Mobile Jammers: 20 Sensitive/Red Alert centers पर mobile jammers लगाए जाएंगे (News Report: Feb 7, 2026)

MeasureDetailsStatus
Mobile Jammers20 sensitive centers identified🆕 News Update
Flying SquadsSpecial teams for surprise inspection✅ Confirmed
Silent Zones100m radius around centers - mobile banned✅ Active
FriskingStrict checking at entry✅ Mandatory
Biometric AttendanceThumb impression + QR code verification✅ Through App

Official Anti-Cheating Policy Highlights:

From Center Establishment Policy PDF:

  • No electronic devices inside exam halls
  • No mobile phones in 100m radius
  • Double invigilation at sensitive centers
  • Identity verification through photo matching
  • Real-time monitoring through CCTV

Punishment for Cheating:

  • 🚫 3 Year Ban from UP Board exams
  • ⚖️ FIR Registration against candidate
  • 🏫 Center Blacklisting if negligence found

📊 Center Distribution (Official Data)

Total Centers: 7,448

Category-wise Distribution:

CategoryEstimated CountDetails
Government Schools~60%Primary centers
Private Schools~35%With UPMSP affiliation
Colleges~5%For overflow capacity

Top Districts (Estimated):

DistrictEstimated Centers
Prayagraj220+
Lucknow200+
Kanpur180+
Varanasi150+
Agra140+
Gorakhpur130+

Note: Exact district-wise count in Official PDF


📱 Digital Surveillance Tools

1. Attendance with Geo-Location

📱 UPMSP Attendance App

2. Online Center Verification

👨‍🏫 School Login Portal

3. Grievance Redressal

📝 Samadhan Portal


✅ Pre-Exam Checklist for Students

Documents Required:

  • ✅ Admit Card (when released)
  • ✅ School ID Card
  • ✅ Passport Size Photo (2-3 copies)
  • ✅ Valid ID Proof (Aadhaar/ voter ID)

Center Preparation:

  • 🗺️ Visit center 1 day before exam
  • Check distance and travel time
  • 🚗 Arrange transport with buffer time
  • 📵 Leave mobile at home (100m ban)

What NOT to Carry:

  • ❌ Mobile Phone (100m radius ban)
  • ❌ Smart Watch / Digital Watch
  • ❌ Bluetooth devices
  • ❌ Calculator (unless specified)
  • ❌ Any electronic gadget

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🛠️ Useful Tools

UP Board Exam Tracker

Countdown and preparation: UP Board Exam Tracker →

Official Apps

  • Attendance App: Download
  • Career Advisor: My Career Advisor (Play Store)

🔗 Official Important Links

PurposeOfficial Link
UPMSP Official Websiteupmsp.edu.in
Final Center List PDFDownload
Center Policy 2026Download PDF
Center Establishment PolicyDownload PDF
Exam Date Sheet 2026Download PDF
CCTV Upload Portalschoollogin.upmsp.edu.in
Center List Portalschool.upmsp.edu.in/CenterList.aspx
Attendance Portalattendance.upmsp.edu.in
Results Portalupresults.upmsp.edu.in
Grievance Portalsamadhan.upmsp.edu.in

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How many exam centers for UP Board 2026?

Ans: 7,448 centers approved. Official Notice

Q2. Where to check my exam center?

Ans: Visit school.upmsp.edu.in/CenterList.aspx or download PDF

Q3. Is CCTV mandatory at all centers?

Ans: Yes, CCTV/DVR installation is mandatory for all 7,448 centers. Policy PDF

Q4. Are mobile jammers being used?

Ans: Yes, mobile jammers will be installed at 20 sensitive centers identified by UPMSP (News: Feb 7, 2026)

Q5. Can exam center be changed after final list?

Ans: No, center change requests are not accepted after final list publication (29 Dec 2025)

Q6. What if my center is far away?

Ans: Contact your school principal. If distance >25km, they can raise grievance at samadhan.upmsp.edu.in

Q7. Is mobile phone allowed in exam center?

Ans: Strictly NO. Mobile phones banned in 100m radius. Carrying mobile = 3-year ban + FIR

Q8. What are flying squads?

Ans: Special inspection teams that visit centers without notice to check malpractice. Policy PDF

Q9. When will CCTV installation be completed?

Ans: All centers must upload CCTV details by exam start. Portal: schoollogin.upmsp.edu.in

Q10. What is the punishment for cheating?

Ans: 3-year ban from UP Board exams + FIR registration + possible criminal charges


📌 Summary: What's New in 2026

🔒 Enhanced Security (Official):

  1. 7,448 centers - Final approved list published
  2. CCTV Mandatory - All centers must install and verify
  3. Mobile Jammers - 20 sensitive centers identified
  4. Geo-Location Attendance - Digital tracking through app
  5. Flying Squads - Surprise inspections
  6. Biometric Verification - Thumb impression matching
  7. Silent Zones - 100m mobile ban around centers

📋 Official Resources:

⚠️ Important Reminders:

  • Check your center immediately when admit card releases
  • Visit center 1 day before exam
  • Don't carry mobile phone (100m ban)
  • Reach 30 minutes early for frisking
  • Keep valid ID proof + admit card

Official Website: https://upmsp.edu.in

शुभकामनाएं! 🎯

Source: Official UP Government Notifications

Last updated: 9 March 2026