UPESSC Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) Syllabus 2026

UPESSC Recruitment 2026 - Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET)

UPESSC has released an official notification for the recruitment of Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) posts. Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 04 Oct 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

UPESSC Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) - Overview

Organization	UPESSC
Post Name	Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET)
Advertisement No.	03/2026
Qualification	B.Ed, D.El.Ed
Location	Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
Job Type	Full Time
Application Start Date	05 Sep 2026
Last Date to Apply	04 Oct 2026
Official Website	www.upessc.up.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for UPESSC Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: B.Ed, D.El.Ed. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Age Limit

The maximum age of the candidate should be 60 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. Please refer to the official notification for details.

Application Fee

The application fee for UPESSC Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) recruitment is: General / Other Backward Class / Economically Weaker Section: 1,000. Please refer to the official notification for category-wise fee details and payment methods.

Important Dates

Application Start Date	05 Sep 2026
Last Date to Apply	04 Oct 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for UPESSC Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: www.upessc.up.gov.in
Look for the Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Pay the application fee as applicable
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	www.upessc.up.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is UPESSC Special TET 2026?

It is a Special Teacher Eligibility Test conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog under Advertisement No. 03/2026, for currently serving Primary and Upper Primary level teachers, and for CWSN Special Teachers, to comply with Supreme Court orders requiring all serving teachers to clear a mandatory TET.

Who can apply for UPESSC Special TET 2026?

Teachers currently serving in eligible State-run, local-body, aided, or recognised Primary and Upper Primary schools in Uttar Pradesh, and Special Teachers (CWSN) serving on contract/deliverables basis who meet the qualification and RCI registration requirements.

What is the exam date for UPESSC Special TET 2026?

3 November 2026.

What is the last date to apply for UPESSC Special TET 2026?

The last date to deposit the online application fee is 4 October 2026, and the last date for correction in the online application is 8 October 2026.

What is the application fee for UPESSC Special TET 2026?

₹1,000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, ₹500 for SC/ST candidates, and ₹300 for Divyangjan (PwD) candidates, for both Primary and Upper Primary levels.

What is the age limit for UPESSC Special TET 2026?

For Special Educators serving on contract/deliverables basis, the maximum age is 60 years as on the exam date, 3 November 2026. No age limit is separately specified for other serving teachers in the notification.

What is the exam pattern for UPESSC Special TET 2026?

150 MCQ-type questions worth 150 marks in total, to be attempted in 2 hours 30 minutes, with no negative marking. The question paper is in Hindi and English (except for language subjects).

What are the qualifying marks for UPESSC Special TET 2026?

90 out of 150 (60%) for General category candidates, and 82 out of 150 (55%) for SC/ST/OBC/Freedom Fighter Dependent/Ex-servicemen/Disabled and Economically Weaker Section (Unreserved) candidates.

What is the syllabus for UPESSC Special TET 2026?

For Primary level: Child Development and Teaching Method, Hindi, a second language (English/Urdu/Sanskrit), Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. For Upper Primary level: the same first three subjects, plus Mathematics & Science or Social Studies depending on the teacher's subject area.

How can I apply for UPESSC Special TET 2026?

Complete One Time Registration (OTR) and apply online at www.upessc.up.gov.in, fill the form in English, upload the required photo, signature, and documents, and pay the fee before 4 October 2026.