Primary TET Exam: WBBPE Announces Schedule for Special Education Teacher TET Exam 2026
Primary TET Exam: The West Bengal Board of Primary Education (WBBPE) has released a highly significant notification regarding the recruitment of teachers at the primary level. After a period of anticipation, the Board has officially announced the schedule for the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) specifically for the post of ‘Special Education Teacher’. The notification, signed by the Board Secretary Shri Ranjan Kumar Jha, clearly outlines the examination date and time for the aspirants.
Examination Schedule and Timing
In its latest notification (Memo No: 324/WBBPE/2026/60R-09/25), the Board has confirmed that the eligibility test for candidates who applied for the post of Special Education Teacher will be conducted in February 2026.
Key Examination Details:
- Date of Examination: 22nd February 2026 (Sunday).
- Time: 12:00 Noon to 2:30 PM.
- Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Context and Eligibility
This announcement is specifically relevant for candidates who had applied in response to the notification published last year on September 15, 2025 (Memo No. 2061/WBBPE/2025/60R-09/25). The TET exam is a mandatory step in the recruitment process for Special Education Teachers—educators dedicated to teaching children with special needs. The Board has reiterated that the selection process will be conducted strictly in accordance with the norms set by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).
Important Instructions for Candidates
To ensure the smooth conduct of the examination, the Board has requested all eligible candidates to keep a close watch on the official website for subsequent notifications. Details regarding the downloading of admit cards and the list of examination centers will be published by the Board on their portal in due course. Candidates are expected to reach their respective centers well in advance.
Aspirants are advised to visit the official website of the West Bengal Board of Primary Education (https://wbbpe.wb.gov.in) for authentic updates and to avoid any confusion. This move to recruit teachers in the sensitive sector of Special Education is expected to have a positive impact on the state’s education system.
