The UP Board Exam Centre List 2026 has been officially released by the Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) for High School (Class 10) and Intermediate (Class 12) examinations. This announcement marks a crucial stage for more than 52 lakh students appearing in the UP Board exams for the 2025–26 academic session.
As per the official notification issued on 17 December 2025, UPMSP has finalized 7,448 examination centres across 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh. The district-wise final centre list PDF is now available on the official website upmsp.edu.in.
Related: UP Board Class 12 Practical Exam Schedule 2026 Released: Check Phase-wise Dates & District List
The UP Board theory examinations are scheduled to begin from 18 February 2026, and students are strongly advised to check their exam centres well in advance to avoid last-minute confusion.
Why UP Board Exam Centre List 2026 Is Important
The exam centre list directly affects several critical aspects of your examination process:
- Exam-day travel and route planning
- Reporting time and entry procedures
- Familiarity with the exam location
- Mental readiness and stress management
Once the final centre list is released, changes are generally not allowed, making early verification essential for both students and schools.
UPMSP Exam Centre List 2026: Key Highlights
| Exam Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) |
| Examination | UP Board Class 10 & Class 12 Exams 2026 |
| Centre List Status | Final List Released |
| Release Date | 17 December 2025 |
| Total Exam Centres | 7,448 |
| Total Registered Students | Approx. 52,00,000+ |
| Exam Start Date | 18 February 2026 |
| Official Website | upmsp.edu.in |
How to Download UP Board Exam Centre List 2026 (District-Wise PDF)
UPMSP has released separate PDFs for each district, instead of a single consolidated file.
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website upmsp.edu.in
- Scroll to “महत्वपूर्ण सूचना एवं डाउनलोड” section
- Click on the notification titled:
“वर्ष 2026 की हाईस्कूल एवं इंटरमीडिएट परीक्षा हेतु निर्धारित परीक्षा केन्द्रों की अंतिम सूची” - A table with district codes and district names will appear
- Click on your district name to open the PDF
- Use Ctrl + F to search your school name
- Note down the exam centre name and centre code
Understanding UP Board Exam Centre Allocation Policy 2026
UPMSP has adopted a technology-driven and transparent centre allocation system this year to ensure fair and secure examinations.
1. Distance-Based Centre Allocation
- Girl students & Divyang (PwD) candidates
- Preference given to home centres or centres within 5 km
- Male candidates
- Centres generally allotted 7–15 km away from their own schools
This policy helps reduce the chances of unfair practices.
2. Infrastructure & Safety Standards
Only schools meeting strict infrastructure requirements were selected as exam centres:
- CCTV surveillance
- Boundary walls
- Proper lighting and furniture
- Electricity backup
- Road connectivity
Schools with poor infrastructure ratings were rejected.
3. Anti-Cheating Measures
Schools with a history of:
- Mass copying
- FIRs or serious examination complaints
were automatically excluded through digital scrutiny to ensure exam integrity.
UP Board Exam Centre Statistics 2026
| Type of School | Approx. Number of Centres |
|---|---|
| Government Schools | 1,017 |
| Aided Schools | 3,537 |
| Private (Unaided) Schools | 3,054 |
A higher share of government and aided schools reflects stricter supervision and control.
What If Your UP Board Exam Centre Is Too Far?
The objection window for the provisional list closed on 4 December 2025, and the current list is final. However, in rare and genuine cases, limited intervention may still be possible.
Important Points:
- Only the school principal can approach authorities
- Students cannot apply individually
- Requests must be made to the District Inspector of Schools (DIOS)
Valid Reasons May Include:
- Medical disability
- Safety concerns for female students
- Severe geographical barriers (rivers, no transport access)
Practical Exams vs Theory Exams: Important Clarification
Many students confuse exam centres for practical and theory exams.
Practical Exams
- Dates: 24 January to 5 February 2026
- Exam Centre: Own School (Home Centre)
- Applicable to regular students only
Theory Exams
- Start Date: 18 February 2026
- Exam Centre: External centre mentioned in the final centre list
Will UP Board Admit Card 2026 Show a Different Centre?
No.
The UP Board Admit Card 2026, expected to be released in February 2026, will mention the same exam centre as listed in this final centre list. Students should treat this list as final and binding.