Q1. Who can apply for the UP Special TET 2026?

This test is meant for serving teachers in Uttar Pradesh government run schools. Primary level teachers of Class 01 to 05 can apply. Junior level teachers of Class 06 to 08 can also apply. Special Educators and CWSN teachers fall under the same window. Candidates working in private or unaided schools are not covered by this advertisement. Always confirm your post wise eligibility in the official notice before you register.

Q2. What is the last date to apply and pay the fee for UP Special TET 2026?

The online application process started on 05 September 2026. Registration and fee payment close on 04 October 2026. The correction window stays open until 08 October 2026. The written exam is scheduled for 03 November 2026. Do not wait for the final day, because the portal slows down near the deadline.

Q3. What is the age limit and relaxation for UP Special TET 2026?

The maximum age limit is 60 years as on 03 November 2026. No minimum age is stated in the official notice. OBC candidates get 3 years of upper age relaxation. SC and ST candidates get 5 years of relaxation. PwD applicants get 10 to 15 years depending on category. Ex-Servicemen get relaxation as per government norms.

Q4. What is the application fee for UP Special TET 2026?

General, OBC, and EWS candidates pay Rs 1000. SC and ST candidates pay Rs 500. PH (Divyang) applicants pay Rs 300. Payment is accepted online through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. There is no offline challan option here. A form without the paid fee is treated as invalid.

Q5. What is the exam pattern and is there negative marking in UP Special TET 2026?

The paper carries 150 objective questions worth 150 marks. Child Development and Pedagogy has 30 questions. Language I (Hindi) has 30 questions. Language II (English, Urdu, or Sanskrit) has 30 questions. Mathematics and Science or Social Studies has 60 questions. The total time allowed is 2 hours and 30 minutes. There is no negative marking for wrong answers.

Q6. Can I correct mistakes in my submitted UP Special TET application form?

Yes, a correction window is provided by UPESSC. It remains open until 08 October 2026. You can edit limited details inside the submitted form during this period. Changes after the correction deadline are not allowed. Some fields stay locked once the fee is paid. Check your form carefully and fix errors within the open window.

Q7. Which documents do I need for the UP Special TET 2026 application?

Keep your Class 10 marksheet ready for date of birth proof. Graduation degree and B.Ed, D.El.Ed, BTC, or LT certificates are needed. Special Educators must upload a valid RCI registration certificate. A scanned photograph, signature, and category certificate are also required. Upload every file in PDF format between 50 KB and 500 KB. Carry all originals during the document verification stage.

Q8. Where can I submit the UP Special TET online form 2026?

The application link is live at apply.upessc.org. You must first finish the One Time Registration (OTR) process on the same portal. The official commission website is upessc.up.gov.in for notices and updates. SarkariKing.com also tracks every update on this exam. Bookmark both links so you never miss a date change.

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UPESSC UP Special TET Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Primary, Junior and Special Educator Posts

The Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog has released a new advertisement. It carries number 03/UPTET/2026 for the UP Special Teacher Eligibility Test 2026. This test is open only to teachers serving in UP government schools. Primary level teachers handle classes 1 to 5. Junior level teachers handle classes 6 to 8. Special Educators and CWSN teachers can also register. Around 2,500 special teacher posts are reported under this drive. Online registration begins on 5 September 2026. The last date to apply and pay the fee is 4 October 2026. The correction window closes on 8 October 2026. The written exam is scheduled for 3 November 2026. General, OBC and EWS candidates pay Rs 1000. SC and ST candidates pay Rs 500. Divyang applicants pay Rs 300 only. The maximum age limit is 60 years as on 3 November 2026. The paper has 150 marks and no negative marking. Apply online at apply.upessc.org.

By Sarkari King Team

Updated: 07 October 2026 | 06:01 AM

Advt: 03/UPTET/2026

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UPESSC UP Special TET 2026 : Vacancy Details Total : Various Post
Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility & Qualification Details
UP Special TET Primary Level (Class 01 to 05)	Various	You must be a serving teacher in a school run by the State Government of Uttar Pradesh. Primary level applicants should be working with students of Class 01 to 05 at the time of application. A two year D.El.Ed, BTC, or equivalent elementary teacher training programme is the usual base requirement. Graduation with a recognised teacher training qualification is also accepted for several posts. Special Educator candidates must hold a valid RCI recognised qualification in the relevant disability field.
UP Special TET Junior Level (Class 06 to 08)	Various	You must be a serving teacher in a State Government run school of Uttar Pradesh. Junior level applicants should be teaching students of Class 06 to 08 at the time of registration. A graduation degree with B.Ed, LT, or an equivalent recognised teaching degree is needed. Candidates trained in special education need a valid diploma or degree approved by the RCI. Your service record and school details are verified during the document checking stage.
Special Educator / Assistant Teacher (CWSN)	Approx. 2,500 (as reported)	This window covers Special Teachers and Assistant Teachers working with Children With Special Needs. A recognised special education degree or diploma from an RCI approved institute is required. Registration on the UPESSC OTR portal is compulsory before the main application form. Post wise eligibility and subject conditions are listed in the official information brochure.

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