The 12-Item Document Verification Master Dossier
After qualifying the written examination and receiving your district allocation on the Super TET Merit List, candidates must report in person to the office of the Basic Shiksha Adhikari (BSA) in their allotted district. You must bring all original documents along with two complete sets of self-attested photocopies arranged in standard file folders.
| # | Required Document | Issuing Authority / Specification | Critical Checks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | High School (Class 10) Marksheet & Certificate | State Board (UP Board, CBSE, ICSE, etc.) | Primary legal proof of Date of Birth and candidate/parent name spellings. |
| 2 | Intermediate (Class 12) Marksheet & Certificate | Recognized Higher Secondary Board | Must show minimum passing marks and aggregate percentage. |
| 3 | Graduation Degree & Marksheets (All Semesters/Years) | UGC-recognized University | Minimum 50% for Unreserved / 45% for Reserved categories. Provisional degree accepted if original is pending convocation. |
| 4 | Professional Training Certificate (D.El.Ed / BTC / B.El.Ed) | SCERT UP / NCTE recognized institution | All semester marksheets plus final diploma certificate. Note: B.Ed is strictly ineligible per Supreme Court ruling. |
| 5 | TET Qualifying Certificate (UPTET or CTET Paper 1) | PNP Prayagraj / CBSE (DigiLocker QR-verified copy) | Score must meet qualifying threshold: 60% (90/150) for UR, 55% (82/150) for OBC/SC/ST/PwD. |
| 6 | UPESSC Super TET 2026 Application Form & Admit Card | UPESSC Portal Confirmation Slip | Original signed printout of the submitted application and stamped exam hall admit card. |
| 7 | UPESSC Scorecard & Allotment Letter | UPESSC Official Counseling Portal | Showing state rank and allotted district name. |
| 8 | Domicile Certificate (Niwas Praman Patra) | Competent Revenue Authority (SDM/Tehsildar in UP) | Mandatory to claim UP state reservation quotas (OBC, SC, ST, EWS, DFF, Ex-Servicemen). |
| 9 | Caste Certificate (Jati Praman Patra) | Competent Revenue Authority in UP | Must be issued on the official Government of Uttar Pradesh prescribed format (not central format). |
| 10 | EWS Certificate (Economically Weaker Section) | Competent Revenue Authority in UP | Must be valid for the financial year 2026–2027 based on gross income of previous year 2025–2026. |
| 11 | Photo Identity Proof (Original Aadhaar Card) | UIDAI | Plus PAN card or Voter ID matching the details registered during OTR. |
| 12 | Passport Size Photographs (8 Copies) | Recent colour studio photographs | Identical to the photograph uploaded during online application. |
Domicile & Reservation Certificate Rules
Aspirants must note the strict legal rules governing reservation in Uttar Pradesh teacher recruitments:
- The Domicile Mandate: Only bona fide residents holding a valid Uttar Pradesh Niwas Praman Patra are eligible for category reservation (OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwD, DFF). Candidates residing outside UP are treated strictly as Unreserved (General) category candidates regardless of their caste status in other states.
- Female Married Candidates: Caste certificates for married female candidates must be issued on the basis of their father’s name and native village/residence, in compliance with standard High Court and Supreme Court directives.
- Non-Creamy Layer (OBC): OBC certificates must certify Non-Creamy Layer status and should be current as specified in the recruitment notification.
Handling Name & Spelling Mismatches (Affidavit Protocol)
A common source of anxiety among aspirants is minor typographical differences between documents (for example, "Kumari" prefixed in Class 10 but missing in Graduation, or minor space differences in father’s surname like "Singh" vs "Sing").
Permissible Discrepancies: Minor surname expansions, middle names omitted in degree certificates, or minor spelling typos can be validated by submitting an affidavit executed on a ₹10 or ₹100 non-judicial stamp paper, attested by a Notary Public or Executive Magistrate, swearing that both names refer to the same individual.
Fatal Errors: A difference in your Date of Birth, gender, or reservation category between your application and high school certificate cannot be resolved by an affidavit and will result in immediate disqualification.
Medical Fitness & Character Certificate Guidelines
Once your educational dossier is cleared by the BSA scrutiny committee, you must submit formal character and health clearances before receiving your appointment letter:
- Medical Fitness Certificate: Must be issued by the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) or Medical Superintendent of a Government District Hospital in your allotted district. It certifies general physical fitness, vision, and absence of communicable disease.
- Two Character Certificates: Issued by two distinct Gazetted Officers (e.g., Principal of a Government Inter College, Medical Officer, or Sub-Divisional Magistrate) who have known you personally for at least two years and are not related to you.
What to Expect on Verification Day at the BSA Office
On counseling day at the District Basic Shiksha Adhikari office:
- Token Allocation: Candidates are assigned tokens by serial roll number.
- Two-Tier Document Scrutiny: Senior clerks verify photocopies against your online data, followed by scrutiny of original certificates by an appointed Block Education Officer (BEO) or Assistant Director.
- Biometric & Signature Verification: Your thumb impression and signature are matched against the digital records taken on examination day.
- Receipt of Counseling Slip: Upon successful verification, candidates receive an official acknowledgment slip confirming eligibility for school allocation and appointment orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my original graduation degree is not yet issued by my university?
If your university has not held its convocation, an official Provisional Degree Certificate issued and signed by the Registrar or Controller of Examinations is fully accepted during counseling.
Is DigiLocker CTET certificate accepted during Super TET document verification?
Yes. The CBSE DigiLocker CTET marksheet and certificate contain a verifiable cryptographic digital signature and QR code, which are legally recognized across all government verifications under the IT Act.
Are other state candidates eligible for reservation in UP Super TET?
No. Category reservation benefits (OBC, SC, ST, EWS) are strictly restricted to residents holding a valid Uttar Pradesh domicile certificate. Out-of-state candidates compete under the Unreserved (Open) quota.