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UP Special TET 2026 registration opens on Sept 5 – fees, OTR and eligibility details released
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 04 Sep 2026, 08:18 AM
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Online registration for the Uttar Pradesh Special Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 begins on 5 September, with fee structure, OTR requirements and eligibility criteria now published.
The Uttar Pradesh government announced that online registration for the Special Teacher Eligibility Test 2026 will commence on 5 September. The test, conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board, is required for candidates seeking teaching positions in government schools across the state.
Applicants can register through the official portal, where they must upload scanned copies of their qualifications, pay the prescribed fee and submit an Online Transaction Receipt (OTR). The fee structure varies by category, with a standard fee of INR 1,200 for general candidates and reduced rates for reserved categories.
Eligibility criteria stipulate that candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree and a recognized teacher training diploma such as B.Ed or D.El.Ed. Age limits are set between 21 and 40 years, with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC and women candidates as per state rules.
The registration window will remain open for a limited period, and candidates are advised to complete the process early to avoid technical glitches. Detailed information on fee payment modes, OTR generation and document requirements is available on the official website.
Applicants can register through the official portal, where they must upload scanned copies of their qualifications, pay the prescribed fee and submit an Online Transaction Receipt (OTR). The fee structure varies by category, with a standard fee of INR 1,200 for general candidates and reduced rates for reserved categories.
Eligibility criteria stipulate that candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree and a recognized teacher training diploma such as B.Ed or D.El.Ed. Age limits are set between 21 and 40 years, with relaxations for SC/ST/OBC and women candidates as per state rules.
The registration window will remain open for a limited period, and candidates are advised to complete the process early to avoid technical glitches. Detailed information on fee payment modes, OTR generation and document requirements is available on the official website.