The Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE) has released the official UTET syllabus 2026 for Paper 1 and Paper 2. Candidates can download the comprehensive UTET Syllabus PDF directly from this guide.
UTET Exam Pattern 2026
The Uttarakhand Board of School Education (UBSE) administers the UTET 2026. Understanding the exam pattern is essential for effective preparation. Both Paper I and Paper II consist of 150 objective-type questions to be completed in 150 minutes. Each correct answer carries one mark, and there is no negative marking for incorrect responses. Review the structure below to streamline your study plan.
| UTET Exam Pattern | |||||
| Paper | Name of Subject | No. of quests. | Paper | Name of Subject | No. of quests. |
| PAPER – I | Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 | PAPER-II | Child Development and Pedagogy | 30 |
| Language I (compulsory) and the Subject concerned with Pedagogy | 30 | Language I (compulsory) and the Subject concerned with Pedagogy | 30 | ||
| Language II (compulsory) and the Subject concerned with Pedagogy | 30 | Language II (compulsory) and the Subject concerned with Pedagogy | 30 | ||
| Mathematics and the Subject-Concerned Pedagogy | 30 | Mathematics & Science and the Subject-Concerned Pedagogy OR Social Studies/Social Science and the Subject concerned with Pedagogy |
60 | ||
| Environmental Studies and the Subject concerned with Pedagogy | 30 | ||||
| Total Marks | 150 | Total Marks | 150 | ||
| Negative marking | No | Negative marking | No | ||
Note: Candidates intending to teach both levels (Classes I to V and Classes VI to VIII) must appear for both Paper I and Paper II..
UTET Syllabus 2026
The UTET 2026 is divided into two levels: Paper I for Primary Teachers (Classes I–V) and Paper II for Upper Primary Teachers (Classes VI–VIII). Paper I encompasses Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I & II, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. Paper II includes Child Development and Pedagogy, Language I & II, and subject-specific sections—Mathematics and Science or Social Studies. Aligning your preparation with this specific syllabus structure is critical for achieving a qualifying score.
| UTET Syllabus | |
| UTET Paper 1 Subjects |
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| UTET Paper 2 Subjects |
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| Total Questions | 150 questions (each paper) |
| Total Marks | 150 marks (each paper) |
| Negative Marking | No |
| Question Pattern | Objective Type Questions |
| Difficulty level for UTET Paper 1 | Up to 8th Class |
| Difficulty level for UTET Paper 2 | Up to 10th Class |
Below is the detailed UTET Syllabus 2026. Familiarity with these topics is vital for exam success. We have broken down the curriculum by subject to help you focus on the essential topics and subtopics required for your specific paper.
1. UTET Child Development & Pedagogy Syllabus
The Child Development and Pedagogy section analyzes your grasp of educational psychology, including how children grow, learn, and develop. The syllabus covers the interplay between heredity and environment, the socialization process, and theories from experts like Piaget, Kohlberg, and Vygotsky. Candidates should also prepare for topics regarding child-centered education, intelligence, learning difficulties, and emotional development within the classroom environment.
2. UTET English Syllabus
The UTET English syllabus tests both linguistic proficiency and pedagogical skill. It covers reading comprehension, vocabulary (synonyms, antonyms, one-word substitution), sentence correction, and grammar. Candidates must also demonstrate proficiency in phonetic sounds, idioms, phrasal verbs, and common grammatical rules to score well in this section.
The Pedagogy section focuses on your ability to implement effective teaching methods. Key topics include questioning techniques, Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE), the use of diverse teaching-learning materials, and strategies for fostering language acquisition in the classroom.
- Passage
- Fill in the blanks
- Sentence correction
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- One-word substitutions
- Spelling error
- Common error
- Sounds and Their Phonetic Transcription
- Modal Auxiliaries
- Idioms & Phrasal Verbs
- Literary Terms
- Pedagogy of the English language, which includes topics as follows:
The concepts of Framing Questions, Including Wh-questions, Comprehensive & Continuous Evaluation, Teaching Learning Materials, Principles of Teaching English, and Development of Language Skills, Teaching Learning Materials
3. UTET हिंदी Syllabus
- पर्यायवाची शब्द
- विलोम शब्द
- शब्द भेद
- कारक
- संधि
- समास
- उपसर्ग /प्रत्यय
- गद्यांश
- मुहावरे /लोकोक्तियाँ
- वाक्य शुद्धि
- तत्सम /तद्भव
- शब्द अर्थ
- अनेक शब्द के एक शब्द
- वचन
- रस /छंद /अलंकार
- चिन्ह
- वर्णनी त्रुटी
- रचना एवं कृतियाँ
- भाषा शिक्षणशास्त्र: भाषा शिक्षण विधि, भाषा शिक्षण के उपागम, भाषायी दक्षता का विकास, भाषायी कौशलों का विकास (सुनना, बोलना, पढ़ना, लिखना) शिक्षण अधिगम सामग्री-पाठ्य पुस्तक, बहु-माध्यम एवं शिक्षण के अन्य संसाधन, भाषायी कौशलों का विकास (सुनना, बोलना, पढ़ना, लिखना) शिक्षण अधिगम सामग्री-पाठ्य पुस्तक, बहु-माध्यम एवं शिक्षण के अन्य संसाधन, भाषा शिक्षण में मूल्यांकन, (सुनना, बोलना, पढ़ना, लिखना) उपलब्धि परीक्षण का निर्माण समग्र और सतत मूल्यांकन। उपचारात्मक शिक्षण
4. UTET Mathematics Syllabus
- Number System, BODMAS, Simplification
- Arithmetic
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Data handling
- Calendar
- LCM &HCF
- Money
- Shapes & Spatial Understanding
- Clock
- Pedagogy of Mathematics includes topics such as
Nature of Mathematics/Logical Thinking, Error Analysis and Related Aspects of Learning and Teaching, Place of Mathematics in the Curriculum, Problems of Teaching, Evaluation Methods, Community of Mathematics, Language of Mathematics
5. UTET Science Syllabus
- General Science (Up to 10th class), which would include topics such as Animal Reproduction and Adolescence, Human Body and Health, Heat, Microorganisms, Force and Motion, Chemical Substances, Light and Sound, Living Beings, and Structure of Matter
- Chemistry (Up to 10th class)
- Physics (Up to 10th class)
- Pedagogy of Science: Nature and Structure of Sciences, Text Materials/Aids, Understanding the Science, Science, and Technology, Solar System, Natural Science, Remedial Teaching, Evaluation, Innovation, Methods of Science Teaching, Problems
6. UTET Environmental Studies Syllabus
The Environmental Studies (EVS) section focuses on our surroundings and human well-being. It includes health, hygiene, food, and nutrition, alongside environmental components like air, water, and pollution. Candidates will also study biodiversity, transportation, natural resources, and the societal aspects of communities. Environmental pedagogy is also included to ensure teachers can effectively communicate these scientific and social concepts to students.
7. UTET Social Science Syllabus
- Geography (Up to 10th class): Components of the Earth, Geography, and Resources of India
- History (Up to 10th class): Indian Civilisation, Culture and Society, History and Culture of India, Mauryan & Gupta Empires and Post-Gupta Period, the Medieval and Modern Period
- Civics (Up to 10th class): Government: Composite and Functions, Resources and Development, Indian Constitution and Democracy
- Static GK (Uttarakhand-based)
- Knowledge related to Uttarakhand: Geography and Resources of Uttarakhand
- Pedagogy of social Science: Concept & Nature of Social Studies, Classroom Processes, activities, and discourse, Problems of teaching Social Studies, Developing critical thinking, Teaching Learning Material, Teaching Aids, project work, and Evaluation
UTET Syllabus PDF Download
Use the link provided below to download the official UTET Syllabus 2026 PDF. This document covers the comprehensive curriculum for both Paper I and Paper II for your reference.
UTET Syllabus 2026: FAQs
Refer to the sections above for a deep dive into the complete UTET Syllabus 2026 requirements.
Each paper (Paper I and Paper II) requires candidates to attempt 150 questions.
Candidates are allotted a total duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete each paper.