SBI and UPESSC Ink MoU to Streamline TET-2026 Applications with Advanced Digital Payment Solutions
PRAYAGRAJ | March 27, 2026
In a major move to modernize the teacher recruitment process, the State Bank of India (SBI) and the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today. This partnership aims to provide seamless, secure, and advanced digital payment solutions for candidates applying for the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET-2026).
Enhancing Transparency and Efficiency
The initiative is designed to simplify the registration fee collection process. Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Prashant Kumar, Chairman of UPESSC, emphasized that this digital integration would bring unprecedented transparency and reliability to the application system.
"This collaboration will significantly ease the experience for applicants across Uttar Pradesh while promoting digital transactions in alignment with the 'Digital India' vision," stated Dr. Kumar.
Seamless "E-Pay" Integration: Zero Cost for Candidates
To ensure a smooth user experience, SBI has integrated its cutting-edge “E-Pay” digital payment gateway directly into the Commission’s application portal. Shri Dipak Kumar De, Chief General Manager (CGM), SBI Lucknow Circle, highlighted the technical strengths of the system:
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Fast & Secure: The gateway ensures real-time, encrypted transaction processing.
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Zero Charges: In a major relief to aspirants, the service will be completely free of cost for candidates, ensuring no additional financial burden during the fee submission process.
The Formal Exchange
The MoU was officially signed by Shri Manoj Kumar, Commission Secretary, and Shri Pawan Kumar Arora, DGM (B&O), SBI Prayagraj.
The formal exchange of documents took place between Dr. Prashant Kumar (Chairman, UPESSC) and Shri Dipak Kumar De (CGM, SBI Lucknow Circle) in the presence of several senior officials from both organizations.
Impact on TET-2026 Aspirants
With millions of candidates expected to apply for TET-2026, this robust digital infrastructure will prevent server bottlenecks and payment failures, which have historically been a challenge during large-scale state examinations.
Editor's Note: This partnership marks a significant step forward in the digital governance of education services in Uttar Pradesh, prioritizing candidate convenience and financial security