UP Special TET 2026 registration closes October 4: Fees, eligibility, and exam details

The registration deadline for the UP Special Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026 ends tomorrow, October 4. Eligible candidates must complete their online application through the official UPESSC website before the window closes. The exam, announced on September 3, is for teaching positions in Uttar Pradesh's government schools. Candidates can apply for Paper I (Classes 1-5) or Paper II (Classes 6-8), with application fees ranging from Rs 300 for PwD candidates to Rs 1,000 for General, OBC, and EWS categories. A mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) is required before applying. Both papers consist of 150 multiple-choice questions with no negative marking, covering subjects like Child Development and Environmental Studies. The qualifying benchmark is 60%, with relaxations for reserved categories. Admit cards will be released on November 1, and the exam is scheduled for November 3, 2026.