UKTET Exam 2026 Notification Out. The Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE), Ramnagar has officially released the UKTET 2026 Notification for Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test 2026. The Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UKTET) is a state-level eligibility examination conducted to determine the eligibility of candidates for teaching positions in Classes I to VIII. Candidates can apply for the UKTET from 14 July 2026 to 03 August 2026.
Eligible candidates can apply online for UTET-I (Primary Level), UTET-II (Upper Primary Level), or both, depending on their educational qualifications.
We (Tagore Ji Job) are suggested to interested applicants to read the official notification before applying online & submit their application forms before the last date.
UKTET Exam 2026 Notification Out – Summary
| Particulars | Details |
| Examination Name | Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test (UKTET) 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE) |
| Examination Level | State Level |
| Examination Type | Teacher Eligibility Test |
| Papers | UTET-I (Primary) & UTET-II (Upper Primary) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Uttarakhand |
| Category | Eligibility Test |
Important Dates of UKTET Exam 2026
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | 14 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 06 August 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 08 August 2026 to 11 August 2026 |
| UKTET 2026 Examination Date | 29 September 2026 |
Examination Schedule of UKTET Exam 2026
| Paper | Timing |
| UTET-I (Primary Level) | 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM |
| UTET-II (Upper Primary Level) | 02:00 PM to 04:30 PM |
UKTET Exam 2026 Educational Qualification
The educational qualification for UKTET varies according to the paper selected by the candidate.
UTET-I (Primary Level)
Candidates applying for UTET-I should possess the prescribed qualifications such as Senior Secondary with the required percentage of marks along with D.El.Ed., BTC, B.El.Ed., or other equivalent teacher education qualifications recognized under the applicable rules.
UTET-II (Upper Primary Level)
Candidates applying for UTET-II should possess a Bachelor’s Degree along with B.Ed., B.Ed. (Special Education), B.A./B.Sc. B.Ed., B.El.Ed., or other recognized teacher education qualifications as prescribed.
Candidates are advised to ensure that they fulfill the prescribed educational qualification before submitting the application.
Minimum Qualifying Marks of UKTET Exam 2026
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
| General Category | 60% |
| OBC / EWS / PwD / Ex-Servicemen / Freedom Fighter Dependents | 50% |
| SC / ST | 40% |
Qualifying UKTET makes a candidate eligible to apply for teacher recruitment in Uttarakhand, but it does not guarantee appointment.
Examination Pattern of UKTET Exam
The UKTET examination consists of objective-type multiple-choice questions.
| Details | Information |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Total Questions | 150 |
| Total Marks | 150 |
| Duration | 2 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Negative Marking | No |
Candidates applying for both papers must appear separately for each examination.
UKTET Exam 2026 Application Fee
The examination fee is to be paid through online mode.
| Category | UKTET Paper I / UKTET Paper II | Both Paper |
| General / OBC | Rs. 600/- | Rs. 1000/- |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 300/- | Rs. 500/- |
Candidates should check the detailed notification for the applicable examination fee.
UKTET Exam 2026 Qualifying Process
The process includes:
- Written Examination
- Result Declaration
- Issue of Eligibility Certificate to Qualified Candidates
Candidates who qualify the examination become eligible to apply for future teacher recruitment conducted by the concerned authorities.
Required Documents to Apply UKTET Exam 2026
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while filling out the online application form:
- Passport Size Photograph
- Scanned Signature
- Thumb Impression
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Teacher Training Qualification Certificates
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Identity Proof
- Active Mobile Number
- Valid Email ID
How to Apply UKTET Exam 2026
Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the online application process:
- Read the Official Notification Carefully.
- Click on Apply Online.
- Complete the online registration.
- Fill in all personal and educational details carefully.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the examination fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and keep a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
Apply Online, Official Notification & Official Website of UBSE
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) UKTET Exam 2026
Q1. What is UKTET 2026?
Answer: UKTET 2026 is the Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test.
Q2. What is the Start Date of the UKTET Exam 2026?
Answer: The online application process begins on 14 July 2026.
Q3. What is the last date to apply online for the UKTET Exam 2026?
Answer: The last date to submit the online application is 03 August 2026.
Q4. What is the Exam Date of UKTET Exam 2026?
Answer: The examination is scheduled to be conducted on 29 September 2026.
Q5. Is there any negative marking in the UKTET Exam 2026?
Answer: No. There is no negative marking in the examination.