The Andhra Pradesh Department of School Education has issued the notification for the AP Special Teacher Eligibility Test (AP Special TET) 2026, specifically for eligible in-service teachers. The notification has been published through the official Andhra Pradesh Commissioner of School Education (APCSE) website.

The AP Special TET 2026 application process is now underway, with the registration window open until September 24, 2026. The special test is aimed at eligible teachers who were appointed before 2011 but do not hold a valid TET certificate, subject to the conditions prescribed by the department.
The special TET is intended for in-service teachers who were appointed before 2011 but do not have a valid Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certificate, subject to the eligibility conditions specified by the Andhra Pradesh School Education Department.
Eligible teachers should carefully read the official notification before applying and ensure that they satisfy the prescribed requirements. Candidates should also keep the necessary educational and employment-related documents ready for the application process.
The AP Special TET 2026 examination will be conducted from October 11 to October 21, 2026.
The test will be held in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode in two sessions:
Candidates will be allotted an examination session according to the schedule issued by the authorities. They should check their hall tickets carefully for the examination date, centre and reporting instructions.
| Event | Date |
| Registration | Till September 24, 2026 |
| Online Mock Test | September 25, 2026 |
| Hall Ticket Download | October 5, 2026 |
| AP Special TET Examination | October 11 to 21, 2026 |
| Initial Answer Key | October 24, 2026 |
| Objection Window | October 25 to November 1, 2026 |
| Final Answer Key | November 10, 2026 |
| Final Result | November 15, 2026 |
Candidates should complete each stage within the prescribed deadline because no additional time may be provided after the respective window closes.
Eligible in-service teachers can apply online by following these steps:
1. Visit the official APCSE website.
2. Open the AP Special TET 2026 notification or application link.
3. Read the eligibility conditions and instructions carefully.
4. Complete the registration using the required details.
5. Fill in the online application form.
6. Enter personal, educational and employment-related information as required.
7. Upload the prescribed documents and photograph/signature, wherever applicable.
8. Pay the required application fee, if applicable.
9. Review all details before submitting the form.
10. Submit the application before September 24, 2026.
11. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Candidates should ensure that the information provided in the application form is correct and matches their official records.
After the examination, the initial answer key is scheduled to be released on October 24, 2026. Candidates will be allowed to raise objections against the provisional answers from October 25 to November 1, 2026.
Following the evaluation of objections, the final answer key is scheduled to be released on November 10, 2026. The final result is expected to be announced on November 15, 2026.
Candidates should regularly check the official APCSE website for updates related to the application process, mock test, hall ticket, examination centres, answer key and result.
The AP Special TET 2026 provides an opportunity for eligible in-service teachers appointed before 2011 without a valid TET certificate to appear for the special eligibility test. The registration window will remain open until September 24, 2026.
The examination will be conducted in CBT mode from October 11 to 21, followed by the answer key and objection process. Candidates should complete their applications within the deadline and keep checking the official website for further instructions.