UTET Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026: Download Paper 1 & 2 PDF

UTET Exam Pattern 2026

The Uttarakhand Board of School Education administers the UTET Exam 2026. Mastering the exam pattern is essential for high scores. 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 notably, there is no negative marking for incorrect responses. Refer to our detailed exam structure to streamline your preparation strategy.

Note: Candidates intending to teach at both levels (Classes I to V and Classes VI to VIII) must appear for both Paper I and Paper II..

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UTET Syllabus 2026

The UBSE has released the UTET 2026 syllabus tailored for two specific 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, two languages, Mathematics, and Environmental Studies. Paper II covers Child Development, two languages, and subject-specific modules in Mathematics, Science, or Social Studies. Aligning your study plan with this official syllabus is critical for success.

A comprehensive breakdown of the UTET 2026 syllabus is provided below. Familiarizing yourself with these topics is vital for effective exam preparation. We have organized the curriculum by subject to ensure you can easily navigate and study each section in detail.

1. UTET Child Development & Pedagogy Syllabus

The Child Development and Pedagogy section examines a candidate’s understanding of developmental psychology, learning theories, and educational adaptation. Key topics include principles of child development, socialization, intelligence, and cognitive development theories by Piaget, Kohlberg, and Vygotsky. The syllabus also prioritizes child-centered pedagogy, the management of learning difficulties, and the influence of environmental factors on academic outcomes.

2. UTET English Syllabus

The UTET English syllabus tests both linguistic proficiency and instructional methodology. It covers reading comprehension, grammar (sentence correction, vocabulary, synonyms/antonyms), and phonetic accuracy. Candidates are tested on their ability to identify grammatical errors, understand modal auxiliaries, and apply literary concepts within an educational context.

The pedagogy component for English focuses on developing language skills through effective instruction. This includes framing inquiries, implementing Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) techniques, designing teaching-learning materials (TLM), and mastering classroom management strategies to foster an immersive language-learning environment.

• 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 emphasizes the interconnectedness of our world. It covers essential topics such as nutrition, hygiene, air and water quality, energy resources, and biodiversity. Beyond core environmental science, the syllabus includes pedagogical approaches to integrating social science and environmental concepts to make learning more meaningful for primary 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, Class Room Processes, activities, and discourse, Problems of teaching Social Studies, Developing critical thinking, Teaching Learning Material, Teaching Aids, Projects Work, and Evaluation

UTET Syllabus PDF Download

You can access and download the comprehensive UTET Syllabus 2026 PDF using the link below. We recommend saving this document to track your progress across all subjects for Paper I and Paper II.

Download Official UTET 2026 Syllabus for Paper 1 & Paper 2