UP Special TET 2026
UPESSC Special Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 | Advertisement No. 03/2026
Short Notice
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC),
Prayagraj has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 for the
Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) 2026.
This Special TET is intended for eligible serving teachers at the Primary and Upper Primary levels in Uttar Pradesh and eligible CWSN Special Teachers / Assistant Teachers covered by the notification.
The notification was released on 03 September 2026. Online registration/application through the OTR-based system started on 05 September 2026.
This Special TET is intended for eligible serving teachers at the Primary and Upper Primary levels in Uttar Pradesh and eligible CWSN Special Teachers / Assistant Teachers covered by the notification.
The notification was released on 03 September 2026. Online registration/application through the OTR-based system started on 05 September 2026.
Current Update
Latest Update: UP Special TET 2026 applications are open.
Candidates are required to complete One Time Registration (OTR)
before submitting the application. The examination is scheduled for
03 November 2026 in offline OMR mode. The application fee payment
deadline is 04 October 2026, while the correction facility is
available up to 08 October 2026.
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Exam Overview
Conducting Authority
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
Exam Name
Special Teacher Eligibility Test 2026
Advertisement No.
03/2026
Exam Mode
Offline / OMR Based
Paper I
Primary Level – Classes 1 to 5
Paper II
Upper Primary – Classes 6 to 8
Total Questions
150 Per Paper
Total Marks
150 Per Paper
Who Can Apply?
UP Special TET 2026 is different from the regular UPTET.
The notification is primarily meant for:
The notification is primarily meant for:
- Eligible teachers / assistant teachers already serving at the Primary level in Uttar Pradesh.
- Eligible teachers / assistant teachers already serving at the Upper Primary level in Uttar Pradesh.
- Eligible CWSN Special Teachers / Assistant Teachers working at the prescribed Primary or Upper Primary level.
Important: This is a Special TET and should not be confused with
the regular UPTET conducted for general teacher-eligibility applicants.
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 03 September 2026 |
| OTR / Online Application Start | 05 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Application / Fee Payment | 04 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction | 08 October 2026 |
| Admit Card | 01 November 2026 |
| UP Special TET Examination | 03 November 2026 |
The published schedule specifies 04 October 2026 for application/fee
completion, followed by the correction facility up to 08 October 2026.
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Educational Qualification
Eligibility differs according to the paper and qualification route.
Paper I – Classes 1 to 5:
Paper I – Classes 1 to 5:
- Senior Secondary with the prescribed marks and a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education, or
- Senior Secondary with the prescribed marks and an eligible elementary education qualification under applicable NCTE norms, or
- Graduation with a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education, or
- Graduation with the prescribed marks and B.Ed, subject to the applicable rules.
- Graduation with the prescribed marks and a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education, or
- Graduation with the prescribed marks and B.Ed, or
- Senior Secondary with the prescribed marks and four-year B.El.Ed, where applicable, or
- Other prescribed teacher-education qualifications recognized under the notification.
Age Limit
For regular serving teachers covered by the Special TET, the
notification is based on their existing service status rather than a
conventional recruitment age limit.
For eligible CWSN Special Teachers / Assistant Teachers, the reported maximum age is 60 years as on 03 November 2026, subject to the conditions of the official notification.
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Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST | ₹500 |
| PwD / Divyang | ₹300 |
The above fee structure is reported for UP Special TET 2026.
Candidates should verify the final amount shown in the UPESSC
application portal before payment.
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Paper I Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Teaching Methodology | 30 | 30 |
| Language I – Hindi | 30 | 30 |
| Language II – English / Urdu / Sanskrit | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Mode: Offline / OMR
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions
Negative Marking: No
Mode: Offline / OMR
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions
Negative Marking: No
Paper II Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Teaching Methodology | 30 | 30 |
| Language I – Hindi | 30 | 30 |
| Language II – English / Urdu / Sanskrit | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies / Social Science | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Mode: Offline / OMR
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions
Negative Marking: No
Mode: Offline / OMR
Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions
Negative Marking: No
Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Requirement |
|---|---|
| General | 60% – 90 Marks out of 150 |
| SC / ST / OBC / EWS / Eligible Reserved Categories | 55% – 82 Marks out of 150 |
The applicable qualifying standard is subject to the category and
conditions prescribed in the Special TET notification.
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Syllabus – Paper I
- Child Development and Teaching Methodology
- Hindi Language
- English / Urdu / Sanskrit Language
- Mathematics
- Environmental Studies
Syllabus – Paper II
- Child Development and Teaching Methodology
- Hindi Language
- English / Urdu / Sanskrit Language
- Mathematics and Science
- Social Studies / Social Science
Selection / Qualification Process
- One Time Registration (OTR)
- Online Special TET Application
- Offline OMR-Based Written Examination
- Evaluation of Answer Sheet
- Declaration of Result
- Issue / Recognition of TET Eligibility Certificate as prescribed
UP Special TET is an eligibility examination; it is not itself a
separate recruitment examination for appointment to a new teaching
post.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPESSC website.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR), if not already completed.
- Login using the OTR credentials.
- Select the UP Special TET 2026 application.
- Select the applicable Paper I or Paper II option.
- Enter the required personal, service and educational information.
- Upload the required documents and photograph/signature.
- Pay the applicable examination fee.
- Submit the application and save the confirmation page.
Documents / Information Required
- OTR Registration Details
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Teacher Training Qualification Certificate
- Service / Employment Details, where applicable
- CWSN Special Teacher Related Certificate, where applicable
- Category Certificate, where applicable
- PwD Certificate, where applicable
- Recent Photograph
- Valid Identity Proof
- Other documents prescribed by UPESSC
Important Instructions
- UP Special TET 2026 should not be confused with the regular UPTET.
- OTR is required before submitting the online application.
- Candidates must select the paper according to their applicable teaching level and qualification.
- The examination will be conducted in offline OMR mode.
- There is no negative marking according to the published examination details.
- Keep the application confirmation and payment receipt safely.
- Check the official UPESSC portal for admit card and examination centre information.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is UP Special TET 2026?
UP Special TET 2026 is a special teacher eligibility examination
conducted by UPESSC under Advertisement No. 03/2026 for eligible
serving teachers and covered CWSN special teachers/assistant teachers.
2. Who can apply for UP Special TET 2026?
Eligible serving Primary and Upper Primary teachers in Uttar Pradesh
and eligible CWSN Special Teachers/Assistant Teachers covered by the
notification can apply.
3. Is UP Special TET the same as regular UPTET?
No. UP Special TET is a separate examination under Advertisement
No. 03/2026 and is designed for the specific categories covered by
the Special TET notification.
4. When did UP Special TET 2026 registration start?
OTR-based online registration/application started on
05 September 2026.
5. What is the last date for fee payment?
The published schedule gives 04 October 2026 as the last date
for application/fee payment.
6. When is the UP Special TET examination?
The examination is scheduled for 03 November 2026.
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7. How many questions are asked in each paper?
Each paper contains 150 multiple-choice questions for 150 marks
and has a duration of 2 hours 30 minutes.
8. Is there negative marking?
No. The published examination pattern specifies no negative
marking.
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9. What is the application fee?
The reported fee is ₹1,000 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹500 for SC/ST and
₹300 for PwD candidates.
10. What is the correction last date?
The correction facility is available up to
08 October 2026.
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Disclaimer
CrackZoneExam.in provides examination information for educational and
informational purposes. Eligibility, fee, dates, qualifying marks,
service conditions and other provisions may be revised by UPESSC.
Candidates should carefully read Advertisement No. 03/2026 and verify
the latest information on the official UPESSC portal before applying.
