Uttarakhand UTET 2026 Online Form – Apply for Teacher Eligibility Test
The Uttarakhand Board of School Education has opened online applications for the Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UTET / UKTET) 2026. If you want to become a government teacher in Uttarakhand at the Primary level (Class 1–5) or the Junior level (Class 6–8), qualifying UTET is mandatory before you can apply for teaching posts. The application window is open from 14 July 2026 to 03 August 2026, with fee payment allowed until 06 August 2026 and a correction window from 08–11 August 2026. The exam is scheduled for 29 September 2026, and candidates from other states are also eligible to apply. Full details on eligibility, dates, fee, exam pattern, and how to apply are given below.
Vacancy Details
| Total Posts | Eligibility Test (no fixed vacancies) |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | UTET 2026 has two levels. For the Primary Level (Paper I, Class 1–5): you need Senior Secondary (10+2) with the required minimum marks plus a 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed. / B.T.C.), or a Bachelor's degree with a recognised teaching qualification, as per the code-wise pathways in the notification. For the Junior Level (Paper II, Class 6–8): you need a Bachelor's degree with a 2-year B.T.C. / D.El.Ed., or a Bachelor's degree with B.Ed. / L.T. / Shiksha Shastri (typically 45–50% marks depending on category). In-service teachers also have specific eligibility routes. Check the exact percentage cut-offs and all qualification codes in the official notification. |
| Age Limit | The source page does not state an age limit for UTET 2026. As a teacher eligibility test, UTET typically does not impose a maximum age bar for appearing in the exam, but you should confirm the exact age criteria and any relaxation in the official notification before applying. |
| Age Relaxation | Age limit and relaxation are not specified on the source page — refer to the official UTET 2026 notification. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 14 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 06 August 2026 |
| Correction Window | 08–11 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 29 September 2026 |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS – Paper I only | ₹600 |
| General / OBC / EWS – Both Papers | ₹1,000 |
| SC / ST – Paper I only | ₹300 |
| SC / ST – Both Papers | ₹500 |
Salary / Pay
UTET is a qualifying eligibility test, so it does not carry a salary by itself — clearing it makes you eligible to apply for government teacher posts in Uttarakhand. The pay for those teaching posts is fixed as per Uttarakhand government service rules (Pay Level norms) at the time of separate teacher recruitment, and is not part of this notification. Treat any pay figure as indicative until you see the actual teacher recruitment advertisement.
Selection Process
Selection is based on the UTET written exam held on 29 September 2026. There are two papers: Paper I for candidates who want to teach at the Primary Level (Class 1–5) and Paper II for the Junior Level (Class 6–8). You can appear for one or both papers depending on the level you qualify for. The exam is objective/MCQ based; the exact number of questions, marks, and duration are set out in the official notification and admit card, so check the pattern there. Qualifying UTET gives you an eligibility certificate that lets you apply for Uttarakhand government teacher recruitment.
How to Apply
Apply online at the official portal ukutet.com within the application window (14 July 2026 to 03 August 2026). Steps: register with your basic details to get login credentials, log in and fill the application form, choose Paper I / Paper II / both, upload your photo, signature, and required documents, pay the application fee online (debit/credit card, net banking) by 06 August 2026, and submit the final form. Take a printout for your records. A correction window is open from 08–11 August 2026 to fix errors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is UTET 2026 and who conducts it?
UTET (Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test), also called UKTET, is conducted by the Uttarakhand Board of School Education. Qualifying it is mandatory to apply for government teacher posts in Uttarakhand.
What is the last date to apply for UTET 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 03 August 2026, and the application fee can be paid until 06 August 2026.
What is the application fee for UTET 2026?
For General/OBC/EWS it is ₹600 for Paper I only and ₹1,000 for both papers. For SC/ST it is ₹300 for Paper I only and ₹500 for both papers.
When is the UTET 2026 exam?
The UTET 2026 exam is scheduled for 29 September 2026, with admit cards released before the exam.
Can candidates from other states apply for UTET 2026?
Yes, candidates from other states are eligible to apply for UTET 2026.