Last updated: September 16, 2026 at 12:08 AM
Uttarakhand Vidyalayi Shiksha Parishad (Uttarakhand Board of School Education), Ramnagar, Nainital has released the notification for the Two Year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) Entrance Exam 2026. Graduates of any stream can apply online at the official portal ukdeled.com from 15.09.2026 to 06.10.2026 for admission to the two-year D.El.Ed teacher training conducted at District Institutes of Education and Training (DIETs) across Uttarakhand. The entrance exam will be held on 18.11.2026 (Wednesday) from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM at exam centres in 29 cities of the state.
Please note: this is an entrance examination for admission to a teacher training course, not a direct job recruitment. So this post has no vacancy-wise post table, no pay scale and no multi-stage selection process — those sections do not apply here.
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Exam Overview
| Exam Name | Two Year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed) Training — Entrance Exam 2026 |
| Organization | Uttarakhand Vidyalayi Shiksha Parishad (Uttarakhand Board of School Education), Ramnagar, Nainital |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | उ0वि0शि0प0/डी0एल0एड0प्र0प0 2026/विज्ञप्ति 01/300-304/2026-27, dated 15.09.2026 (issued under Government Order No. 428491/XXIV-A-1/2026-39646 dated 03.09.2026) |
| Location | Uttarakhand — training at DIETs in all 13 districts; exam centres in 29 cities of the state |
| Total Seats | 650 (50 seats per DIET across 13 districts; 50 per cent science and 50 per cent non-science) — as stated in the official Information Brochure |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree (graduation) in any stream — science or non-science — from a university established by law in India, passed before the last date of application |
| Age Limit | 19 to 30 years as on 01.07.2027 Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Written entrance exam on 18.11.2026 (objective, 200 marks, no negative marking) → merit-based admission to a DIET |
| How to Apply | Online only, at the official portal ukdeled.com |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | ukdeled.com |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 15.09.2026 |
| Online application starts | 15.09.2026 (from 11:00 AM) |
| Last date to apply online | 06.10.2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Last date to pay application fee | 08.10.2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Application correction / edit window | 09.10.2026 to 11.10.2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Entrance exam date | 18.11.2026 (Wednesday), 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Other Backward Class (OBC) | Rs. 600.00 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Rs. 300.00 |
| Divyang (Persons with Disability) — all categories | Rs. 150.00 |
Note: The fee is paid online through the application portal. The fee window stays open two days longer than the form itself — till 08.10.2026 (11:59 PM) — but a form whose fee has not been paid is not a completed application.
Seat Details
| Detail | Number |
|---|---|
| Total seats | 650 |
| DIETs / districts covered | 13 |
| Seats per DIET | 50 |
| Science stream share | 50 per cent of the seats in each district |
| Non-science stream share | 50 per cent of the seats in each district |
Note: These seat figures come from the official Information Brochure published on ukdeled.com; the 15.09.2026 notice itself does not restate them. Reservation is applied as per Uttarakhand Government rules — the district-wise and category-wise break-up is given in the brochure.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s degree passed from a university established by law in India, with either science or non-science subjects, before the last date of application (06.10.2026) |
| Age Limit | Not less than 19 years and not more than 30 years as on 01.07.2027 (the 1st of July of the year the training begins) Check your age eligibility → |
| Age Relaxation | Available to reserved category candidates as per Uttarakhand Government rules — the exact relaxation table is in the Information Brochure |
| Domicile | Not specified in this notice — check the Information Brochure before applying |
| Application Restriction | One mobile number and one email ID can be used for one registration and one application only |
Exam Pattern
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Entrance Exam 18.11.2026 | Objective type paper based on multiple-choice questions. 200 questions, each carrying 1 mark (200 marks in total). Duration 2 hours 30 minutes, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. No negative marking for a wrong answer. Held at exam centres in 29 cities spread across all 13 districts of Uttarakhand. |
| Admission to DIET | Candidates are admitted to the two-year D.El.Ed training at District Institutes of Education and Training on the basis of this entrance exam. The counselling and admission procedure is set out in the official Information Brochure. |
There is no salary or pay scale section in this post — D.El.Ed is a teacher training course, and this notice announces admission to that training rather than a paid post.
How to Apply
- Open the official portal ukdeled.com and click New Registration on the home page.
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID — both are compulsory, and one mobile number and one email ID can be used for only one application.
- Log in with the registration number and password you receive, fill in the online application form and upload your photograph, signature and the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online by 08.10.2026 — Rs. 600 for General/OBC, Rs. 300 for SC/ST and Rs. 150 for Divyang candidates.
- Submit the form, download the printout and keep it safe. If you need to change anything, you can edit the form only between 09.10.2026 and 11.10.2026.
Note: Application forms sent by any mode other than online will not be accepted, and no application or fee will be accepted after the last date and time under any circumstances.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport-size photograph | Recent colour photograph, scanned for upload in the size the portal accepts Resize your photo and signature → |
| Signature | Scanned signature on plain white paper, in the size the portal accepts |
| Graduation mark sheet and degree / provisional certificate | Proof that graduation was passed before 06.10.2026 |
| Date of birth proof (High School certificate) | For the 19 to 30 year age check as on 01.07.2027 |
| Category certificate (SC / ST / OBC / EWS) | Only if claiming reservation or the reduced fee |
| Divyang (PwBD) certificate | Only if claiming the Rs. 150 fee |
| Uttarakhand domicile certificate | If required — check the Information Brochure |
| Valid mobile number and email ID | Compulsory; one mobile number and one email ID per application |
Note: The 15.09.2026 notice does not itemise the documents to be uploaded — the list above is general guidance for this kind of application. The exact list, along with file formats and size limits, is given in the official Information Brochure.
Important Links
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Information Brochure (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply Online / Official Portal | Click Here |
| UBSE Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Assuming the fee deadline is the same as the form deadline — the form closes on 06.10.2026 but the fee window stays open till 08.10.2026, and a form with no fee paid is not a submitted application.
- Missing the correction window — the form can be edited only between 09.10.2026 and 11.10.2026, and nothing can be changed after 11:59 PM on 11.10.2026.
- Using the same mobile number or email ID for a second form — one mobile number and one email ID allow only one registration and one application.
- Checking your age against today’s date instead of 01.07.2027 — that is the reference date for the 19 to 30 year band.
- Applying without reading the Information Brochure — the notice states plainly that the candidate alone is responsible for meeting every eligibility condition, and candidature is cancelled if it is not met.
- Sending the form by post or any other offline route — only online applications made at ukdeled.com are accepted.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for the Uttarakhand D.El.Ed Entrance Exam 2026?
Online applications close on 06.10.2026 at 11:59 PM, and the application fee can be paid up to 08.10.2026 at 11:59 PM.
When will the D.El.Ed entrance exam 2026 be held?
The entrance exam is scheduled for 18.11.2026, a Wednesday, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM at exam centres in 29 cities across all 13 districts of Uttarakhand.
What qualification is needed to apply?
A bachelor’s degree in any stream — science or non-science — from a university established by law in India, passed before the last date of application.
What is the age limit for D.El.Ed 2026 in Uttarakhand?
You must not be under 19 years or over 30 years as on 01.07.2027, with age relaxation for reserved category candidates as per Uttarakhand Government rules.
How much is the application fee?
Rs. 600 for General and OBC candidates, Rs. 300 for SC and ST candidates, and Rs. 150 for Divyang candidates of all categories, payable online till 08.10.2026.
How many D.El.Ed seats are available in Uttarakhand?
The official Information Brochure states 650 seats in total — 50 seats at each of the 13 DIETs, divided equally between the science and non-science streams.
What is the exam pattern for the D.El.Ed entrance exam?
It is an objective multiple-choice paper of 200 questions carrying 1 mark each, to be completed in 2 hours 30 minutes, with no negative marking for wrong answers.
Can I correct my application form after submitting it?
Yes, but only during the correction window from 09.10.2026 to 11.10.2026 (till 11:59 PM) — no change is possible after that.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
