UP Special TET Online Form 2026 Apply Online Form

Important Dates

Candidates are advised to confirm the latest dates from the official UPESSC website before submitting the application form.

Recruitment Overview

UP Special TET is an eligibility examination and does not itself provide direct appointment or recruitment seats. Candidates who qualify may become eligible for separate teaching recruitment processes.

Application Fee

Age Limit

The minimum age, maximum age and relaxation rules should be confirmed in the official UPESSC notification before applying.

Seats and Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Primary Teacher Qualification

• Bachelor's degree from an NCTE-recognised institution.
• BTC, B.El.Ed. or equivalent teacher-training qualification.
• Minimum marks requirement as prescribed by the applicable rules.
• Final-year candidates may be eligible, subject to the official notification.
• Candidates with special education qualifications may apply if the qualification is recognised and accepted under the applicable rules.

Upper Primary Teacher Qualification

• Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks, or the permitted percentage under applicable rules.
• B.Ed., BTC, B.El.Ed. or equivalent teacher-training qualification.
• Special Education qualification from an RCI-recognised institution, wherever applicable.
• Candidates with a four-year integrated teacher-training programme may also be eligible under applicable rules.
• Final-year candidates may be eligible according to the official notification.

Exact subject combinations, minimum marks, special education requirements and final-year eligibility must be verified from the official UPESSC notification.

Paper-Wise Eligibility

Special Education Requirement

• Special Education qualification must be obtained from a recognised institution wherever prescribed.
• RCI recognition may be required for special education courses.
• Applicants should keep their RCI registration or CRR details ready, where applicable.
• Certificates must be valid and available during document verification.

Exam Pattern

The detailed syllabus, number of questions, marks, examination duration, qualifying marks and negative-marking provisions should be checked in the official notification.

Selection and Certification Process

1. Online application submission.
2. Written Special TET examination.
3. Answer key and objection process, where applicable.
4. Result declaration.
5. Issuance of eligibility certificate or scorecard.

Passing UP Special TET does not automatically guarantee appointment. Candidates must apply separately for available teacher recruitment vacancies.

Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph.
• Scanned signature.
• Valid identity proof.
• Class 10 certificate and marksheet.
• Intermediate/Class 12 certificate and marksheet.
• Graduation certificate and marksheet.
• B.Ed., BTC, B.El.Ed. or equivalent certificate.
• Special Education qualification certificate, where applicable.
• RCI registration or CRR certificate, where applicable.
• CTET or State TET certificate, where applicable.
• Caste certificate, if applicable.
• PH/PwD certificate, if applicable.
• Other documents mentioned in the official notification.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official UPESSC website.
2. Complete One-Time Registration if required.
3. Log in using your registration credentials.
4. Open the UP Special TET Online Form 2026 link.
5. Select Paper I, Paper II or both papers.
6. Enter your personal, educational and eligibility details.
7. Upload your photograph, signature and required documents.
8. Pay the application fee according to your category.
9. Preview the application form carefully.
10. Submit the form before 04 October 2026.
11. Download the final application form and payment receipt.

Important Instructions

• Use an active mobile number and email address during registration.
• Enter your name and date of birth exactly as mentioned on your certificates.
• Select the correct paper according to your qualification.
• Check all uploaded documents before final submission.
• Pay the fee before the prescribed deadline.
• Use the correction window from 05 October to 08 October 2026, if available in the portal.
• Keep the application number, login details and payment receipt safe.

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q1. What is UP Special TET 2026?
  UP Special TET 2026 is a teacher eligibility examination for primary and upper-primary teaching levels.
• Q2. When will the online application begin?
  The online application process will begin on 05 September 2026.
• Q3. What is the last date to apply?
  The last date to submit the online application is 04 October 2026.
• Q4. What is the application fee?
  The fee is ₹1,000 for General/EWS/OBC candidates, ₹500 for SC/ST candidates and ₹300 for PH candidates.
• Q5. What is the maximum age limit?
  The maximum age limit is 60 years, subject to UPESSC rules.
• Q6. How many recruitment seats are available?
  Total recruitment seats are not specified because this is an eligibility examination, not a direct recruitment process.
• Q7. What is the qualification for Primary Teacher?
  Candidates generally require a Bachelor's degree with BTC, B.El.Ed. or an equivalent teacher-training qualification.
• Q8. What is the qualification for Upper Primary Teacher?
  Candidates generally require a Bachelor's degree with B.Ed., BTC, B.El.Ed. or an equivalent teacher-training qualification.
• Q9. Can final-year students apply?
  Final-year candidates may be eligible where permitted by the official rules.
• Q10. When is the examination?
  The Special TET examination is scheduled for 03 November 2026.
• Q11. Is there a direct job after passing the test?
  No. Candidates must apply separately for teacher recruitment vacancies after qualifying.
• Q12. When is the correction window?
  The form correction facility is available up to 08 October 2026, subject to portal instructions.