UPESSC Special TET 2026 Notification: Apply Online
The Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj has released Advertisement No. 03/2026 for the Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET), 2026. Unlike a regular recruitment exam, this is being conducted specifically for eligible teachers already working at primary and upper-primary levels in state-run, local body, and aided schools, as well as CWSN (Children with Special Needs) Special Educators/Assistant Teachers across Uttar Pradesh. Online registration runs 5 September to 4 October 2026, with the written exam scheduled for 3 November 2026.
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 (Advt No. 03/UPTET/2026) |
| Exam | Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) 2026 — Primary (Classes 1-5) and Upper Primary (Classes 6-8) |
| CWSN Special Teachers Covered | Approximately 2,500 |
| Application Window | 5 September – 4 October 2026 (OTR-based) |
| Written Exam Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Age Limit | Maximum 60 years, as on 3 November 2026 |
Eligibility
- Primary Level — All teachers currently working in Primary Schools, with Graduation plus D.Ed. or equivalent.
- Upper Primary Level — All teachers currently working in Upper Primary/Junior High Schools.
- Special Educators (CWSN) — Assistant Teachers for Children with Special Needs, per prescribed qualification norms.
Legal Background
This Special TET follows the Supreme Court’s order dated 1 September 2025 (Civil Appeal No. 1385/2025, Anjuman Ishaat-e-Talim Trust vs. State of Maharashtra & Others), which made TET mandatory for all teachers.
How to Apply
- Visit upessc.up.gov.in.
- Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link for Special TET 2026.
- Complete or use your existing One Time Registration (OTR) and fill in the online application form.
- Upload the latest scanned photograph and signature.
- Pay the examination fee via debit/credit card or net banking, and print the confirmation page for your records.
Official Links
Official Website: upessc.up.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: 4 October 2026.
Q: When is the written exam?
A: 3 November 2026.
Q: Who is eligible for this Special TET?
A: In-service teachers at Primary/Upper Primary levels and CWSN Special Educators/Assistant Teachers in Uttar Pradesh — not fresh candidates seeking new recruitment.
Q: Why was this Special TET introduced?
A: Following a Supreme Court order dated 1 September 2025 that made TET mandatory for all teachers.
Final Word
Since this Special TET is specifically for already-serving teachers and CWSN special educators rather than open recruitment, confirm your current employment status matches this eligibility criterion before starting your OTR-based application.