The Uttarakhand Vidyalayi Shiksha Parishad (Board of School Education Uttarakhand), Ramnagar, Nainital, has released the notification for the Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UTET) 2026, conducted for UTET-I (Primary Level, Classes 1-5) and UTET-II (Junior/Upper Primary Level, Classes 6-8). Eligible candidates can apply online from 14 July 2026 to 3 August 2026. The exam will be conducted on 29 September 2026 (Tuesday), with UTET-I from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and UTET-II from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
Important Note: UTET is not a job vacancy – it is a mandatory eligibility test under the Right to Education Act, 2009. Qualifying UTET does not guarantee a teaching post; it only makes candidates eligible to apply for teacher recruitment vacancies released separately by the state government and recognized schools.
UTET 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Uttarakhand Vidyalayi Shiksha Parishad (Board of School Education Uttarakhand), Ramnagar, Nainital |
| Exam Name | Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UTET) 2026 |
| Levels | UTET-I (Primary, Classes 1-5), UTET-II (Junior/Upper Primary, Classes 6-8) |
| Notice Number | UVSHIP/UTET 2026-Vigyapti 01/2026-27, dated 14 July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 14 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 3 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 29 September 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Official Website | ukutet.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Start Date | 14 July 2026 |
| Apply Online Last Date | 3 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 6 August 2026 |
| Form Correction Window | 8 to 11 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 29 September 2026 (Tuesday) |
| UTET-I (Primary) Timing | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM |
| UTET-II (Junior) Timing | 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
| Admit Card Release | As per schedule |
| Result Declaration | As per schedule |
Eligibility Criteria
UTET-I (Primary, Classes 1-5)
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks + passed/appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed/B.T.C., OR
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 45% marks + passed/appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed/B.T.C. (as per NCTE Regulations, 2002), OR
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks + passed/appearing in final year of 4-year B.El.Ed, OR
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks + passed/appearing in final year of 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education) recognized by RCI, OR
- Graduation (or equivalent) + passed/appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed/B.T.C.
UTET-II (Junior, Classes 6-8)
- Graduation (or equivalent) + passed/appearing in final year of 2-year D.El.Ed/B.T.C., OR
- Graduation (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks + passed/appearing in final year of B.Ed./L.T./Shiksha Shastri, OR
- Graduation (or equivalent) with at least 45% marks + passed/appearing in final year of B.Ed./L.T. (as per NCTE regulations), OR
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks + passed/appearing in final year of 4-year B.El.Ed., OR
- Senior Secondary (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks + passed/appearing in final year of 4-year B.A./B.Sc.Ed. or B.A.Ed./B.Sc.Ed., OR
- Graduation (or equivalent) with at least 50% marks + passed/appearing in B.Ed. (Special Education), OR
- Graduation/Post-Graduation with at least 50% marks + passed/appearing in B.Ed. (minimum percentage not applicable for admissions before 29 July 2011).
Note: A 5% relaxation in qualifying marks is applicable for reserved category (SC/ST/OBC/Disabled) candidates, for both levels.
Application Fee
| Category | Paper I or II only | Both Paper I and II |
|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | Rs. 600 | Rs. 1,000 |
| SC/ST/PH | Rs. 300 | Rs. 500 |
Payment can be made only via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI on the portal. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstance, including accidental duplicate payment.
Note: Age limit is not specified in the information brochure.
How to Apply for UTET 2026
- Visit the official website: ukutet.com.
- Download and read the UTET-I & II 2026 Information Brochure fully before proceeding.
- Click “New Applicant? (Click here)” to register.
- Read the terms and conditions, tick the acceptance box, and click “Proceed to Registration.”
- Enter your name, father’s name, mobile number, and email ID to complete registration (only one application per mobile number and email ID is accepted).
- Verify the OTP sent to your mobile/email; a Registration Number and password will be sent upon successful verification.
- Log in and fill the application form with personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Instructions
- Candidates eligible for both levels can appear for both papers on the same day.
- A UTET certificate is valid for life; there is no limit on the number of attempts, including to improve an existing score.
- CTET-qualified candidates are also treated as eligible for teacher recruitment in Uttarakhand schools, with the same relaxed qualifying marks applicable to reserved categories.
- TET certificates from other states are not valid for recruitment in Uttarakhand – only UTET or CTET count.
- Cross-check all details carefully before final submission, as corrections are allowed only during the specified correction window (8-11 August 2026).
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification/Information Brochure | Click Here |
| Download Syllabus | Click Here |
| Official UTET Website | Click Here |
UTET 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UTET 2026?
✅ 3 August 2026 for the application, and 6 August 2026 for fee payment.
Q2. How many levels are there in UTET 2026?
✅ Two – UTET-I (Primary, Classes 1-5) and UTET-II (Junior/Upper Primary, Classes 6-8).
Q3. What is the UTET 2026 exam date?
✅ 29 September 2026 (Tuesday) – UTET-I from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM, and UTET-II from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
Q4. Does UTET guarantee a teaching job?
✅ No. UTET is only an eligibility test; qualifying it makes a candidate eligible to apply for teacher recruitment vacancies, released separately.
Q5. What is the application fee?
✅ Rs. 600 (General/OBC) or Rs. 300 (SC/ST/PH) for one paper; Rs. 1,000 (General/OBC) or Rs. 500 (SC/ST/PH) for both papers.
Q6. Can I apply for both UTET-I and UTET-II?
✅ Yes, eligible candidates can appear for both papers on the same day.
Q7. Is a UTET certificate valid permanently?
✅ Yes, it is valid for life, with no limit on the number of attempts.
Q8. Are TET certificates from other states valid in Uttarakhand?
✅ No. Only UTET or CTET certificates are valid for teacher recruitment in Uttarakhand.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the official notification (No. UVSHIP/UTET 2026-Vigyapti 01/2026-27, dated 14 July 2026) issued by the Uttarakhand Vidyalayi Shiksha Parishad. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details directly on the official website, ukutet.com, before applying.
