UP Special TET 2026 Notification: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released the notification for Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) 2026 under the Advertisement No. 03/2026. The notification was released on 3rd September 2026, and the online application process started on 05 September 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official UPESSC website. Important details of the Uttar Pradesh Special TET 2026 covering the eligibility, exam scheme and also the application process is available below.
UP Special TET 2026 Notification Overview
| Conducting Authority | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Exam Name | Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Notification Date | 3rd September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| OTR | Mandatory |
| Application Start Date | 5th September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply/Fee Payment | 4th October 2026 |
| Exam Date | 3rd November 2026 |
| State Concerned | Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
UP Special TET 2026 Notification
UPESSC has issued Advertisement No. 03/2026 for conducting the Special Teacher Eligibility Test 2026. The examination is being organised for teachers working at the Primary and Upper Primary levels, as well as Special Teachers (CWSN) covered under the notification. The notification explains that the examination is being conducted following relevant Supreme Court directions and the decision of the Uttar Pradesh Government to conduct a Special TET for affected teachers. It also mentions approximately 2,500 Special Teachers / Assistant Teachers (CWSN) at the primary and upper-primary levels.
Candidates should carefully read the complete official notification before applying. Teacher jobs are a lucrative career option for a huge number of youths in the state. Hence, the candidates confirming the eligibility can submit the application form within the due date.
Important: This examination should not be confused with a general recruitment examination. Candidates should verify that they fall within the categories specified in Advertisement No. 03/2026 before applying.
UP Special TET 2026 Important Dates
The Uttar Pradesh Special TET Application Form commenced from 5th September 2026 while the last date to deposit the application fee and complete the online application is 4th October 2026. The corrections in the online application can be made up to 8th October 2026. Most importantly, the UP Special TET 2026 examination is scheduled to be held on 3rd November 2026.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 3rd September 2026 |
| OTR/Online Application Start | 5th September 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Fee | 4th October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 4th October 2026 |
| Application Correction Last Date | 8th October 2026 |
| Examination Date | 3rd November 2026 |
Who Can Apply for UP Special TET 2026?
The eligibility criteria is the important part of the notification. Candidates before the application should ensure to possess the eligibility criteria and apply online within the due date. The UP Special TET 2026 is applicable to teachers working in specified schools at the Primary and Upper Primary levels, as well as Special Educators (CWSN).
Primary Level
The notification covers teachers working in:
- Schools operated by the State Government.
- Schools operated by local bodies and recognised/affiliated by the State Government/Basic Education Council.
- Government-aided schools.
- Special Educators at the Primary Level, Classes 1 to 5.
Upper Primary Level
At the Upper Primary level, the notification covers:
- Schools operated by the State Government.
- Schools operated by local bodies and recognised / affiliated by the State Government / Basic Education Council / Secondary Education Council.
- Government-aided schools.
- Special Educators at the Upper Primary Level, Classes 6 to 8.
UP Special TET 2026 OTR and Application Process
UPESSC has introduced an OTR-based online application system for the examination. One Time Registration (OTR) is mandatory before submitting the Special TET application. Applications submitted through any other method will not be accepted. Therefore, the candidates can follow the steps below to submit the application within the deadline.
How to Apply for UP Special TET 2026
- Visit the official UPESSC website.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR).
- Log in using the OTR details.
- Select the Special TET 2026 application.
- Enter the required information.
- Select the applicable level.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Upload the required certificates/documents.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Check all details carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Take a printout/save the submitted application for future reference.
The notification specifically states that candidates must provide the relevant eHRMS code for teachers working at the Primary / Upper Primary level. Special Teachers (CWSN) are required to provide their active CRR number and RCI registration certificate number, wherever applicable.
UP Special TET 2026 Application Fee
The application fee varies according to the candidate’s category. The category wise application fee as per the notification is as under –
| Category | Primary Level | Upper Primary Level |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| PwD | ₹300 | ₹300 |
The examination fee can be paid through the payment options provided on the application portal, including credit/debit card or net banking. Candidates should retain the fee receipt after payment.
UP Special TET 2026 Eligibility
Get the complete eligibility to apply for Uttar Pradesh Special TET 2026 through the sections below as we have shared the same according to the notification –
Education Eligibility
| Primary Level | All teachers working at the Primary Level in the schools covered by the notification are eligible for the Primary Level Special TET, subject to the prescribed conditions. |
| Upper Primary Level | Teachers working at the Upper Primary/Junior High School level in the schools covered by the notification are eligible for the Upper Primary Level Special TET, subject to the prescribed conditions. |
| Special Teachers (CWSN) | For Special Educators working at the Primary Level (Classes 1–5), the notification specifies that eligible candidates must have: i) Passed graduation. ii) Passed D.Ed. Special Education or equivalent qualification recognised by the Rehabilitation Council of India (RCI). iii) An active CRR number. iv) RCI registration certificate. For Special Educators working at the Upper Primary Level (Classes 6–8), the notification specifies: i) Graduation. ii) B.Ed. Special Education or equivalent RCI-recognised qualification. iii) Active CRR number. iv) RCI registration certificate. |
UP Special TET 2026 Age Limit
For Special Educators working on contract/deputation, the maximum age prescribed for the examination date 03 November 2026 is:
- Maximum Age: 60 Years
The notification does not prescribe a separate minimum age in the relevant age-limit clause.
UP Special TET 2026 Exam Pattern
The UPESSC Special TET written examination will have the following structure:
- Total Questions: 150
- Total Marks: 150
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Options: Four options for each question
- Duration: 150 minutes
- Negative Marking: No
- Medium: Hindi and English, except language-related subjects.
| Particular | Details |
| Question Type | MCQ |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Marks per Question | 1 |
| Duration | 150 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Exam Medium | Hindi & English |
UP Special TET 2026 Primary Level Syllabus
The Primary Level examination is for Classes 1 to 5. The UP Special TET will have five sections which are compulsory and shall have the following subjects –
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I – Hindi | 30 | 30 |
| Language II – English/Urdu/Sanskrit | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
UP Special TET 2026 Upper Primary Level Syllabus
The Upper Primary examination is for Classes 6 to 8 in UP Special TET. The Syllabus of the test is as under –
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language I – Hindi | 30 | 30 |
| Language II – English/Urdu/Sanskrit | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science / Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
UP Special TET 2026 Qualifying Marks
The qualifying marks prescribed in the UPESSC Special TET 2026 notification are:
| Category | Minimum Marks | Percentage |
| General Category | 90/150 | 60% |
| Reserved Categories | 82/150 | 55% |
| EWS (Unreserved) | 82/150 | 55% |
UP Special TET 2026 Important Links
| UP Special TET 2026 Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| OTR Registration | Click Here |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
| Answer Key | To be announced |
| Result | To be announced |
Candidates may visit the official UPESSC Official Website. (UP Education Service Commission) for further details.
UP Special TET 2026 FAQs
The notification was released on 3rd September 2026.
The last date for depositing the application fee and completing the application is 04 October 2026.
The examination is scheduled for 3rd November 2026.
