UP Special TET 2026 Admit Card Released: Exam Date, Eligibility & Syllabus Details
| Organization Name | Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Job Location | Prayagraj (India) |
| Event / Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 05 Sep 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 04 Oct 2026 |
| Correction Window Start | 08 Oct 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 24 Oct 2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 03 Nov 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Primary Level: In-service teacher in State Govt./Local Body/Aided Primary School with valid eHRMS Code OR Special Educator (CWSN) with Graduation + D.Ed. (Special Education) recognized by RCI, active CRR Number and RCI Registration Certificate. Upper Primary Level: In-service teacher in State Govt./Local Body/Aided Upper Primary/Junior High School with valid eHRMS Code OR Special Educator (CWSN) with Graduation + B.Ed. (Special Education) recognized by RCI, active CRR Number and RCI Registration Certificate. |
| Work Experience | Must be currently working as an in-service teacher or special educator in a recognized school. |
| Age Limits Details |
General / UR: For in-service regular teachers: As per service rules. For contract/daily wages special educators: Maximum 60 years as on 03/11/2026.
OBC Candidates: As per service rules / maximum 60 years for contract special educators.
EWS Candidates: As per service rules / maximum 60 years for contract special educators.
SC Candidates: As per service rules / maximum 60 years for contract special educators.
ST Candidates: As per service rules / maximum 60 years for contract special educators.
PwBD Candidates: As per service rules / maximum 60 years for contract special educators.
Ex-Servicemen (ESM): As per service rules / maximum 60 years for contract special educators.
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| Age Relaxation Info | As per UPESSC rules. |
| Nationality / Citizenship | Indian |
| Domicile Requirements | Uttar Pradesh (working in UP schools) |
| Eligibility Notes | Candidates must enter valid eHRMS Code (for regular teachers) or CRR Number and RCI Registration Certificate (for special educators) during application. |
| General / UR | 1000 |
| OBC | 1000 |
| EWS | 1000 |
| SC | 500 |
| ST | 500 |
| PwBD | 300 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 1000 |
| General / UR | 90 |
| OBC | 82 |
| EWS | 82 |
| SC | 82 |
| ST | 82 |
| PwBD | 82 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 82 |
| Subject Name | Questions | Marks | Topics List (Comma Separated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
Child Development•
Learning and Pedagogy•
Inclusive Education•
Assessment
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| Language I (Hindi) | 30 | 30 |
Hindi Grammar•
Comprehension•
Language Pedagogy
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| Language II (English/Urdu/Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 |
Comprehension•
Grammar•
Language Pedagogy
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| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
Number System•
Geometry•
Data Handling•
Pedagogy of Mathematics
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| Environmental Studies (EVS) | 30 | 30 |
Family and Friends•
Food•
Shelter•
Water•
Travel•
Things We Make and Do•
Pedagogy of EVS
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| Subject Name | Questions | Marks | Topics List (Comma Separated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
Child Development•
Learning and Pedagogy•
Inclusive Education•
Assessment
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| Language I (Hindi) | 30 | 30 |
Hindi Grammar•
Comprehension•
Language Pedagogy
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| Language II (English/Urdu/Sanskrit) | 30 | 30 |
Comprehension•
Grammar•
Language Pedagogy
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| Math & Science OR Social Studies/Social Science | 60 | 60 |
Mathematics: Number System, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Data Handling, Pedagogy•
Science: Food, Materials, The World of the Living, Moving Things, People and Ideas, How Things Work, Natural Phenomena, Natural Resources, Pedagogy•
Social Studies: History, Geography, Social and Political Life, Pedagogical Issues
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UP Special TET 2026: Admit Card Out, Exam on 03 November
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has released the admit card for the UP Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special TET) 2026. This exam is exclusively for in-service teachers and special educators working in state-run, local body, and aided schools across Uttar Pradesh. The written examination is scheduled for 03 November 2026. Candidates who successfully applied between 05 September and 04 October 2026 can now download their admit cards from the official UPESSC portal.
About the Recruitment
Advertisement No. 03/2026 invites online applications for Primary Level (Classes 1 to 5) and Upper Primary Level (Classes 6 to 8). The application process was completely online through the One Time Registration (OTR) system. This is not a regular recruitment exam but a eligibility test for teachers already serving in government and aided schools. Special Educators (CWSN) with RCI qualifications are also eligible to appear.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 05 September 2026
- Last Date for Online Application: 04 October 2026
- Last Date for Application Correction: 08 October 2026
- Exam Date: 03 November 2026
- Admit Card Release: Before Exam (Now Available)
Application Fee
The application fee is per level. General, OBC, and EWS candidates pay Rs. 1,000/-, SC/ST candidates pay Rs. 500/-, and Divyangjan (PwD) candidates pay Rs. 300/-. Payment can be made online via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking through the ICICI Bank / Union Bank gateway.
Eligibility Criteria
For Primary Level: In-service teachers working in State Govt., Local Body, or Aided Primary Schools must enter a valid eHRMS Code during application. Special Educators (CWSN) need a Graduation Degree + D.Ed. (Special Education) recognized by RCI, along with an active CRR Number and RCI Registration Certificate.
For Upper Primary Level: In-service teachers in State Govt., Local Body, or Aided Upper Primary / Junior High Schools must enter a valid eHRMS Code. Special Educators (CWSN) require a Graduation Degree + B.Ed. (Special Education) recognized by RCI, plus an active CRR Number and RCI Registration Certificate.
Age Limit: For in-service regular teachers, age is as per service rules. For contract/daily wages special educators, the maximum age is 60 years as on 03 November 2026.
Exam Pattern and Syllabus
The exam consists of 150 multiple-choice questions carrying 150 marks, to be completed in 150 minutes (2 hours 30 minutes). There is no negative marking. Qualifying marks are 60% (90 marks) for General category and 55% (82 marks) for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, Freedom Fighter Dependents, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD candidates. If the exam is held in multiple shifts, normalization will apply as per commission norms.
Primary Level (Classes 1 to 5): Child Development & Pedagogy (30 Qs, 30 Marks), Language I – Hindi (30 Qs, 30 Marks), Language II – English/Urdu/Sanskrit (30 Qs, 30 Marks), Mathematics (30 Qs, 30 Marks), Environmental Studies (30 Qs, 30 Marks). Total: 150 Qs, 150 Marks.
Upper Primary Level (Classes 6 to 8): Child Development & Pedagogy (30 Qs, 30 Marks), Language I – Hindi (30 Qs, 30 Marks), Language II – English/Urdu/Sanskrit (30 Qs, 30 Marks), Math & Science OR Social Studies/Social Science (60 Qs, 60 Marks). Total: 150 Qs, 150 Marks.
How to Download Admit Card
- Visit the official UPESSC website at upessc.up.gov.in.
- Click on the link for UP Special TET 2026 Admit Card.
- Enter your registration number and date of birth.
- Download and print your admit card for the exam day.
Selection Process
The selection is based solely on the written examination (Special TET). There is no interview. Candidates who score the qualifying marks will be awarded the Special TET certificate, which is mandatory for continuing in service or for future promotions as per state norms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for UP Special TET 2026?
A: In-service teachers in primary and upper primary schools run or aided by the UP Government/Local Bodies, and Special Educators (CWSN) with RCI qualifications.
Q: What is the last date to apply?
A: The application window closed on 04 October 2026. The correction window was open until 08 October 2026.
Q: When is the exam?
A: The exam is scheduled for 03 November 2026 across Uttar Pradesh.
Q: What are the qualifying marks?
A: 60% (90/150) for General and 55% (82/150) for reserved categories.
Q: Is there negative marking?
A: No, there is no negative marking in the Special TET exam.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for updates regarding admit card, exam city intimation, and answer key.
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