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UP Board Center Allocation & Objection Auditor
Infrastructure standards met and travel distance (4 km) is within permissible statutory limits (max 5 km).
Allotment is valid. No objection required.
UP Board Examination Architecture: Geo-Tagging & Anti-Cheating Norms
Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP), established in 1921 with headquarters in Prayagraj and five regional offices (Prayagraj, Meerut, Varanasi, Bareilly, and Gorakhpur), is the world's largest secondary school examination board, catering to over 55 lakh candidates across Class 10th (High School) and Class 12th (Intermediate).
To enforce zero-tolerance integrity and eradicate exam malpractices, UPMSP operates a rigorous computerized center allotment system. Physical school facilities undergo satellite geo-tagging, pupil capacity audits, and high-speed broadband verification. Centers are categorized into Government Inter Colleges (GIC), Government Aided Institutions, and accredited Unaided/Private Higher Secondary Schools, with strict preferential priority given to state-run infrastructure.
The Statutory 3-Tier Anti-Cheating Surveillance Mandate
- Dual CCTV Cameras with Audio Voice Recording: Every examination classroom, principal's office, question paper storage strongroom, and evaluation center is monitored by dual CCTV cameras capturing audio and video feeds without dead zones.
- Real-Time Webcast to Command Centers: Feeds stream in real time to 75 District Level Monitoring Cells and the Central Command & Control HQ at Vidya Samiksha Kendra, Lucknow.
- Strongroom Double-Lock Key Control: Sealed question paper boxes are secured in double-lock steel almirahs accessible only in the joint physical presence of the Center Superintendent, Static Magistrate, and External Observer.
UPMSP 75 Districts Center List PDF Directory & Regional Division Matrix
Official regional division mappings, district codes, and direct portal download links on upmsp.edu.in
| Regional Division | Key Districts Included | Average Center Count | Girls Self-Center Rate | PDF Link Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prayagraj Division | Prayagraj, Pratapgarh, Fatehpur, Kaushambi | 280–340 Centers / District | 98.5% Compliant | Active on upmsp.edu.in |
| Varanasi Division | Varanasi, Jaunpur, Ghazipur, Chandauli, Mirzapur | 250–310 Centers / District | 99.1% Compliant | Active on upmsp.edu.in |
| Meerut Division | Meerut, Ghaziabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida), Bulandshahr | 180–240 Centers / District | 97.8% Compliant | Active on upmsp.edu.in |
| Bareilly Division | Bareilly, Moradabad, Badaun, Pilibhit, Shahjahanpur | 210–270 Centers / District | 98.2% Compliant | Active on upmsp.edu.in |
| Gorakhpur Division | Gorakhpur, Deoria, Kushinagar, Maharajganj, Azamgarh | 290–360 Centers / District | 98.9% Compliant | Active on upmsp.edu.in |
| Lucknow & Kanpur Division | Lucknow, Kanpur Nagar, Kanpur Dehat, Unnao, Rae Bareli | 220–290 Centers / District | 99.4% Compliant | Active on upmsp.edu.in |
5-Step Standard Operating Procedure: Download & Review UP Board Exam Centers
Access the UPMSP Official Portal
Open upmsp.edu.in on your device. Ensure you are on the legitimate official government portal with the Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad emblem.
Locate District Center List Notification
Scroll to the "Important Information and Downloads" (महत्वपूर्ण सूचना एवं डाउनलोड) section. Click on the headline link "High School & Intermediate Examination 2027 Center Allotment List".
Select District & Open Venue PDF
Locate your district name (e.g., 55-Gorakhpur, 72-Varanasi, 88-Prayagraj) from the 75-district roster. Click on the link to download the comprehensive multi-page official PDF.
Search by School Code & Student Gender
Open the downloaded PDF and use the Search shortcut (Ctrl+F). Enter your 4-digit School Code. The table displays your parent school, allotted Examination Center Code, Center Name, and gender-wise candidate counts.
Filing Online Objections via School Principal Login
If an allotted center violates distance ceilings (over 5 km for girls or over 10 km for boys) or lacks public transport, the school principal must lodge an objection via their institutional login on upmsp.edu.in within the 5–7 day window. The District Magistrate's Center Allocation Committee reviews GPS logs and releases the Final Center List.
Masterclass Video Series: UPMSP Center List Download & Rules
Watch comprehensive expert briefings explaining UP Board exam center allotment criteria, self-center guidelines, and portal download instructions.
UPMSP Center List Download & District PDF Search
Self Center Rules for Girls & Objection Filing
Frequently Asked Questions: UPMSP UP Board Center List 2027
Where can I download the official UPMSP Center List 2027 PDF?
The official district-wise UP Board Exam Center List 2027 PDF is published directly on the official portal of Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (upmsp.edu.in) under the 'Important Information and Downloads' section.
How does UPMSP allocate exam centers to schools and students?
UPMSP uses an automated geo-fenced online software system that allocates centers based on school infrastructure ratings, pupil-teacher ratios, CCTV with DVR capabilities, high-speed broadband, boundary wall security, and strict travel distance limits (maximum 5 km for girls and 10 km for boys).
What is the UP Board 'Self-Center' rule for girl students?
Under statutory UPMSP guidelines, all female students appearing for Class 10 High School and Class 12 Intermediate exams are allotted 'Self-Center' status (their own school as the exam center). If a girl's school lacks required infrastructure, she is allotted an alternate center strictly within a 5-kilometer radius.
How can school principals file objections against the draft UP Board center list?
School principals can submit formal objections through the principal login portal on upmsp.edu.in within the 5 to 7 day objection window. Objections must be substantiated with documentary proof regarding excessive travel distance, lack of public transit, or infrastructure shortcomings for review by the District Center Allocation Committee headed by the District Magistrate (DM).
What CCTV and surveillance norms are mandatory for UP Board exam centers?
Every examination room must be equipped with two high-resolution CCTV cameras with continuous audio recording and night-vision capabilities. All DVR systems must maintain at least 30 days of uncompressed storage and provide live RTSP webcast streaming to District Control Rooms and the State Command Center in Lucknow.
When will the final UPMSP Exam Center List 2027 be released?
The provisional draft center list is released in late November / early December. Following principal objections and DM Committee reviews, the final finalized UP Board Center List is published in late December or early January.
Can private and individual candidates choose their own examination center?
No. Private candidates are algorithmically allocated to authorized Government Inter Colleges (GIC) or Government Aided Schools nearest to their residential address submitted during registration.
What happens if a school has been blacklisted as an exam center?
Schools blacklisted due to past cheating scandals, mass copying, or CCTV outages cannot host board exams. Students enrolled in such schools are tagged to an accredited government or aided school within 5 to 8 km.
Is there any examination center change fee for students?
No. Individual students cannot apply for exam center changes. Center allocations can only be appealed through institutional school principal petitions to the DIOS.
Do physically challenged (divyang) students receive special center allocations?
Yes. Divyang examinees receive priority self-center status, ground-floor examination room seating, and accessibility ramps as mandated under the RPwD Act.
How do I know my allocated center before the admit card is issued?
You can download your district's center list PDF from upmsp.edu.in, search your school's 4-digit code, and check the allotted center name and address mapped to your school.
What is the official helpline for UPMSP center disputes?
Schools and parents can contact the UPMSP Prayagraj headquarters helpline at 0532-2622794, or submit electronic grievances through the UP CM Jan Sunwai portal (jansunwai.up.nic.in).
