
The Board of School Education Uttarakhand (UBSE), Ramnagar, Nainital has officially released the UTET 2026 Notification for the Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UTET-I & UTET-II). Candidates who wish to become teachers in Primary (Classes I to V) and Upper Primary (Classes VI to VIII) schools in Uttarakhand can submit their online applications from July 14, 2026, to August 3, 2026, through the official website.
UTET is one of the mandatory eligibility examinations for teacher recruitment in government, government-aided and recognized schools across Uttarakhand. Interested candidates should carefully read the official notification before filling out the online application form.
Key Dates to Remember:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 14 July 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 06 August 2026 |
| Correction Window | 08 August to 11 August 2026 |
| Admit Card | 7 Days Before Exam |
| UTET Exam Date | 29 September 2026 (Tuesday) |
| UTET-I Timing | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM |
| UTET-II Timing | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
Form Fee Details:
| Category | One Paper | Both Papers |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹600 | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹300 | ₹500 |
Payment Mode
Candidates can pay the examination fee through:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
Age Limit
The UTET 2026 notification does not prescribe any minimum or maximum age limit for candidates. Applicants must only satisfy the required educational qualifications and teacher training eligibility criteria prescribed by the Board.
Candidates should ensure that all educational and professional qualifications are completed before the application process. Those currently pursuing eligible teacher training courses can also apply as per the notification.
Educational Qualification
UTET-I (Primary Level)
Candidates should possess any one of the following qualifications:
- Senior Secondary with required percentage along with D.El.Ed/BTC.
- Senior Secondary with B.El.Ed.
- Graduation with D.El.Ed/BTC.
- Diploma in Special Education recognized by RCI.
- Other qualifications prescribed under NCTE norms.
UTET-II (Upper Primary Level)
Candidates should possess any one of the following:
- Graduation with D.El.Ed.
- Graduation with B.Ed.
- Graduation with B.Ed (Special Education).
- Senior Secondary with B.El.Ed.
- BA/B.Sc.Ed or equivalent qualifications.
Candidates pursuing eligible teacher training programmes are also eligible to apply provisionally, subject to fulfilling all conditions mentioned in the official notification.
UTET 2026 Exam Pattern
UTET-I
| 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
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Child Development & Pedagogy | 30 | 30 |
| Language-I | 30 | 30 |
| Language-II | 30 | 30 |
| Mathematics & Science / Social Studies | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Marking Scheme
- Total Questions: 150
- Total Marks: 150
- Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
- Each Correct Answer: 1 Mark
- No Negative Marking
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
| General | 60% |
| SC / ST | 40% |
| OBC / PH / Ex-Servicemen | 50% |
| SC/ST + PH | 40% |
UTET 2026 Exam Centres
The examination will be conducted in 29 cities across 13 districts of Uttarakhand including:
- Dehradun
- Haridwar
- Roorkee
- Rishikesh
- Haldwani
- Ramnagar
- Nainital
- Rudrapur
- Kashipur
- Pauri
- Kotdwar
- Almora
- Champawat
- Uttarkashi
- New Tehri
- Rudraprayag
- Gopeshwar
- Pithoragarh
- Bageshwar and other notified centres.
Simple Steps to Fill UTET 2026 Online Form
- Visit the official UTET website.
- Download and read the official notification carefully.
- Complete the registration using your mobile number and email ID.
- Log in using the registration credentials.
- Fill in all personal, educational and examination details correctly.
- Upload your photograph, signature and thumb impression in the prescribed format.
- Preview the application form and verify all entered details carefully.
- Pay the application fee through the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form before the last date.
- Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important Instructions to Read:
- Only online applications will be accepted.
- Candidates may apply for UTET-I, UTET-II or both through a single application.
- Carefully choose the language and subject options while filling the application form.
- Corrections can only be made during the correction window.
- Keep your registration number safely for future use.
- Carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre.
- Electronic devices and study materials are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall.
UTET Certificate Validity
The UTET Certificate is valid for a lifetime. Candidates can appear multiple times to improve their scores. However, qualifying UTET alone does not guarantee appointment. Final recruitment will be conducted according to the teacher recruitment rules of the Uttarakhand Government.
Some Useful Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application Direct Link | Apply Here |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| UBSE Official Website | Click Here |

