UKTET 2026: The Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE) has released the official notification for Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UKTET) 2026 (UTET-I & UTET-II). Candidates who wish to become Primary (Class I-V) or Upper Primary (Class VI-VIII) teachers in Uttarakhand government and recognized schools can apply online within the prescribed dates. The application process starts from 14 July 2026, while the last date to apply online is 03 August 2026.
The UTET 2026 examination is scheduled to be held on 29 September 2026. Candidates are advised to read the official information brochure carefully before submitting the online application to ensure they fulfill all eligibility conditions.
UKTET 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE) |
| Exam Name | Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UTET-I & II) 2026 |
| Exam Level | State Level Eligibility Test |
| Posts | Primary & Upper Primary Teacher Eligibility |
| Classes | I to V (UTET-I), VI to VIII (UTET-II) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Official Notification | Released |
UKTET 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | July 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 14 July 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 06 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Correction Window | 08 August to 11 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 29 September 2026 (Tuesday) |
UKTET 2026 Application Fee
| Category | UTET-I or UTET-II | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹600 | ₹1000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹300 | ₹500 |
UKTET 2026 Eligibility
UTET-I (Class I to V)
Candidates should possess one of the following qualifications:
- Senior Secondary with required percentage and D.El.Ed./BTC.
- Senior Secondary with 4-Year B.El.Ed.
- Graduation with D.El.Ed./BTC.
- Other qualifications recognized by NCTE.
UTET-II (Class VI to VIII)
Candidates should possess one of the following qualifications:
- Graduation with D.El.Ed./BTC.
- Graduation with B.Ed./LT.
- Senior Secondary with 4-Year B.El.Ed.
- BA/B.Sc.Ed.
- Special Education qualifications recognized by RCI/NCTE.
UKTET 2026 Age Limit
The official UTET 2026 notification does not prescribe any specific minimum or maximum age limit for appearing in the Teacher Eligibility Test. Candidates must satisfy the educational qualifications prescribed by NCTE and UBSE.
UKTET 2026 Exam Pattern
UTET-I (Primary Level)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language-I | 30 | 30 |
| Language-II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics | 30 | 30 |
| Environmental Studies | 30 | 30 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
UTET-II (Upper Primary Level)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language-I | 30 | 30 |
| Language-II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science OR Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Exam Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Negative Marking: No Negative Marking
UKTET 2026 Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 60% |
| OBC / EWS / PwD / Ex-Servicemen etc. | 50% |
| SC / ST | 40% |
How to Apply for UKTET 2026
Candidates should complete the online registration through the official UTET portal by entering the required personal, educational, and communication details. Upload the necessary documents, pay the examination fee online, and submit the application before the closing date. Applicants are advised to download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
UKTET 2026 Important Links
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