- Online applications for the Special APTET will be accepted from August 25 to September 24, 2026
- The exam is for in-service teachers appointed before 2011 to fulfill mandatory TET qualifications
- The Special APTET will be conducted as a computer-based test from October 11 to October 21, 2026
The Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh, has released the notification for the Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special APTET) 2026 for in-service teachers. The notification was issued on August 24, 2026.
Eligible teachers can apply online for the examination from August 25 to September 24, 2026. Candidates will also have to pay the application fee within the same deadline.
AP Special TET 2026: At a Glance
The Special APTET is being conducted for in-service teachers appointed before 2011 who need to fulfil the mandatory Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) qualification requirement.
| Details | Information |
| Exam | AP Special TET August 2026 |
| Conducting body | Department of School Education, Andhra Pradesh |
| Eligible candidates | In-service teachers appointed before 2011 |
| Exam mode | Computer-based test |
| Application begins | August 25, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | September 24, 2026 |
| Exam dates | October 11 to October 21, 2026 |
| Official website | cse.ap.gov.in |
AP Special TET 2026 Application Fee
- Candidates have to pay Rs 1,000 for each paper they choose.
- Those appearing for both Paper I and Paper II will have to pay Rs 2,000 in total.
- The fee can be paid online through the integrated payment gateway using a debit card, credit card or net banking.
Who Can Apply for AP Special TET 2026?
The Special TET is meant for in-service teachers who are already working in schools and were appointed before 2011.
AP Special TET 2026 Notification PDF Download
Eligible teachers can be working in:
- Government schools
- Local body schools
- APREIS schools
- Government welfare society residential schools
- AP Model Schools
- Private aided schools
- Schools managed by other government departments
Teachers appointed before 2011 can appear for the Special TET to meet the mandatory TET qualification requirement.
Candidates should check the detailed notification for the paper-wise educational qualifications, syllabus and other requirements before submitting their applications.