The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has published a new official notification for the Uttar Pradesh Special Teacher Eligibility Test (UP Special TET) 2026. Candidates interested in appearing for the Special TET can check the eligibility criteria and other important details before applying online. The online application process has started on September 5, 2026, and last date is October 4, 2026. The maximum age is required 60 years, although the applicable age criteria may vary depending on the candidate category. Before applying candidates should carefully review the official notification PDF.
Important Date
- Notification Released : 02 September 2026
- Application Start : 05 September 2026
- Last Date for Apply Online : 04 October 2026
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment : 04 October 2026
- Online Form Correction Window : Up to 08 October 2026
- UP Special TET Exam Date : 03 November 2026
- Admit Card Release Date : October 2026 (Before Exam)
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS Candidates : 1,000/-
- SC / ST Candidates : 500/-
- Divyang (PH) Candidates : 300/-
- Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / IMPS / Cash Card / Mobile Wallet, etc.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age : No Bar (N/A)
- Maximum Age : 60 Years
- For Age Relaxation Read the Official Notification.
Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
| Level / Paper | Target Classes | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (Primary Level) | Classes I to V (Primary) | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with minimum 50% marks from an NCTE/UGC recognized university + 2-Year D.El.Ed (BTC) / 4-Year B.El.Ed / 2-Year Diploma in Special Education (D.Ed Special Education recognized by RCI) OR Appearing in Final Year. |
| Paper-II (Upper Primary Level) | Classes VI to VIII (Upper Primary) | Bachelor’s Degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) + B.Ed / B.Ed in Special Education (RCI approved) / 2-Year D.El.Ed (BTC) / 4-Year B.El.Ed / 4-Year Integrated B.A.B.Ed / B.Sc.B.Ed OR Appearing in Final Year. |
- For more details candidates should carefully read the official UP Special TET Recruitment 2026 notification.
Salary
- Pay Scale : As per Official Rules.
Selection Process
- Written Examination
Exam Levels & Papers
- Paper-I (Primary Level): For teaching Classes 1 to 5 (Special & General Teachers).
- Paper-II (Upper Primary Level): For teaching Classes 6 to 8 (Special Education & Subject Teachers).
UP Special TET Recruitment 2026: How to Apply
- Visit the official website (https://www.upessc.up.gov.in/) of UPESSC. Candidates can apply Between 05 September 2026 to 04 October 2026.
- Candidate Read the Official Notification Before Applying in “UP Special TET Recruitment 2026”.
- Kindly Check and Collect the All Document – Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
- Kindly Ready Scan Document Related to Recruitment Form – Photo, Sign, ID Proof, etc.
- Before Submit the Application Form Must Check the Preview and All details Carefully.
- Take A Print Out of Final Submitted Form.