Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has released the notification for the Uttar Pradesh Special Teacher Eligibility Test (UP Special TET) 2026 under Advertisement No. 03/UPTET/2026. This special examination is conducted for Primary Level (Class I to V) and Junior Level (Class VI to VIII), including Special Educators for Children with Special Needs (CWSN). Candidates can apply online from 05 September 2026 to 04 October 2026.

Important: The last date to apply online and pay the examination fee is 04 October 2026. The correction window is open till 08 October 2026. The UP Special TET examination is scheduled for 03 November 2026. Candidates must first complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the official UPESSC website before applying. Applications submitted without OTR will not be accepted.

Overview

Important Dates

Do not wait until the final day for online submission. Complete OTR registration on the UPESSC website well in advance and submit the application before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Application Fee

Reduced-fee applicants should still complete the full online application and final submission. An application without final submission is treated as incomplete even where reduced fee is applicable. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable and cannot be carried forward to another exam or selection.

UP Special TET 2026 – Age Limit as on 03/11/2026

Age relaxation is available for reserved and special categories according to applicable Uttar Pradesh government rules. Candidates should calculate their age with reference to 03 November 2026 and check the official notification for category-specific relaxation.

UP Special TET 2026 Primary & Junior Level Eligibility

The complete eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications, teacher training requirements, RCI registration and CRR number details for Special Educators (CWSN), should be verified from the official Advertisement No. 03/UPTET/2026.

Exam Pattern

The detailed exam pattern, subject-wise question distribution, syllabus and qualifying marks should be confirmed from the official Advertisement No. 03/UPTET/2026 and subsequent UPESSC notices.

Selection Procedure

The detailed selection procedure, qualifying marks and further schedule should be confirmed from the official Advertisement No. 03/UPTET/2026 and subsequent UPESSC notices.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official UPESSC website – upessc.up.gov.in.
2. If not already registered, complete One-Time Registration (OTR) using your personal details (name, date of birth, category, mobile number, email ID).
3. Generate and save your OTR number and login credentials.
4. Log in using your OTR credentials on the UPESSC candidate dashboard.
5. Click on the "Special TET 2026" application link (Advertisement No. 03/UPTET/2026).
6. Select the applicable level – Primary (I-V) or Junior (VI-VIII), including Special Educator (CWSN) if applicable.
7. Fill in personal, educational and service details carefully, exactly as per your OTR profile and supporting documents.
8. Upload scanned documents — passport-size photograph (30–300 KB, 300–600 pixel), signature (10–200 KB, 140×±10 pixel) and required certificates in PDF format (50–500 KB each).
9. Pay the applicable application fee online (₹1000 General/OBC/EWS, ₹500 SC/ST, ₹300 PH) via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
10. Review the complete application form carefully before final submission — errors in category/level details may affect eligibility.
11. Submit the form before 04 October 2026 and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
12. Use the correction facility, if required, before 08 October 2026 to fix any errors.

Documents Required

• Recent passport-size colour photograph (white background).
• Scanned signature.
• Valid identity proof (Aadhaar/Passport/Driving Licence).
• High School certificate (for date of birth).
• Educational qualification certificates and marksheets (as per eligibility for Primary/Junior level).
• Teacher training certificate (D.Ed/B.Ed/Special Education, as applicable).
• RCI registration certificate and CRR number (for Special Educators CWSN).
• Category certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD, wherever applicable.
• Any other document specified in the official notification.

Important Instructions

Before submitting: Check your level (Primary/Junior), qualification, category, uploaded documents and fee status. Ensure the details match your OTR profile exactly, as they generally cannot be edited after final submission.

• Read the full official notification before applying.
• Apply only through the official UPESSC website – upessc.up.gov.in.
• Complete OTR registration before applying — applications without OTR will not be accepted.
• Do not submit incorrect or unsupported qualification/teacher-training claims.
• Keep the registered email ID and mobile number active.
• Do not wait for the last date; submit the application well before 04 October 2026.
• Use the correction facility only before 08 October 2026 to fix any errors.
• Monitor the official UPESSC website for admit card, exam date and result updates.

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. When did the UP Special TET Online Form 2026 application process start?
The online application process started on 05 September 2026.

Q2. What is the exam date for UP Special TET 2026?
The UP Special TET examination will be held on 03 November 2026.

Q3. Where can I find the syllabus for the UP Special TET 2026?
The detailed syllabus and exam pattern are available in the official notification. Candidates are advised to read the notification carefully for complete details.

Q4. How can I download the UP Special TET Notification 2026 PDF?
Candidates can download the notification through the official UPESSC website (upessc.up.gov.in).

Q5. What is the last date to apply online for UP Special TET 2026?
The last date to apply online is 04 October 2026.

Q6. What is the last date to pay the application fee?
Candidates can pay the application fee up to 04 October 2026.

Q7. How can I apply for UP Special TET Online Form 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the official UPESSC website (upessc.up.gov.in) after completing One-Time Registration (OTR).

Q8. What is the application fee?
General/OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹1000. SC/ST candidates pay ₹500. PH (Divyang) candidates pay ₹300.

Q9. What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 60 years as on 03 November 2026, subject to applicable relaxation as per Uttar Pradesh government rules.

Q10. What is the exam pattern?
The exam consists of 150 objective-type MCQs for 150 marks, with a duration of 2.5 hours. There is no negative marking.

Q11. Where can I find latest jobs and quizzes?
Visit Online Janseva for latest job updates and learning quizzes.

Final Advice

UP Special TET 2026 is a crucial eligibility examination for teaching posts at Primary (I-V) and Junior (VI-VIII) levels in Uttar Pradesh government and government-aided schools, including Special Educators for CWSN. Candidates should verify their exact level, qualification and teacher-training eligibility against the official notification, complete OTR registration and the online form before 04 October 2026, use the correction facility before 08 October 2026 if required, and retain proof of submission and payment. Follow only the official UPESSC website for admit card, exam date and result updates.

Disclaimer: This article is prepared for informational purposes using the Uttar Pradesh Special Teacher Eligibility Test (UP Special TET) 2026 notification (Advertisement No. 03/UPTET/2026) and publicly available recruitment information checked on 08 September 2026. Eligibility, age, fee, exam pattern and dates may be amended by UPESSC. Always read the complete official notification and verify the latest information on the official UPESSC website before applying.