Kumaun University B.Ed admission now happens through the Uttarakhand State Combined B.Ed Entrance Examination, a common test for Kumaun University, SSJ University Almora and Sri Dev Suman University colleges. A nodal state university conducts it on the Samarth portal. The 2027-28 test is expected in August 2027, with applications in July 2027.
Kumaun University B.Ed Entrance 2027
This page covers the Uttarakhand Combined B.Ed Entrance 2027 dates, how to apply, fee, eligibility, exam pattern and official links.
| Full name | Uttarakhand State Combined B.Ed. Entrance Examination (route for Kumaun University B.Ed admission) |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | A nodal state university for the Higher Education Department, Uttarakhand (SSJ University, Almora in 2026) |
| Exam level | State level (Uttarakhand) |
| Courses / Purpose | 2-year B.Ed. in colleges of Kumaun University, SSJ University Almora and Sri Dev Suman University |
| Exam date | Expected August 2027 (16 August in 2026) |
| Application | Expected July to August 2027, online on the Samarth portal |
| Application fee | Rs 2,460 (General, OBC, EWS); Rs 1,620 (SC, ST, PwD), including counselling fee (2026) |
| Eligibility | Graduation or post-graduation with 50% (45% SC, ST, OBC of Uttarakhand; 55% for B.E./B.Tech) |
| Mode | Offline, pen and paper (OMR) in 2026 |
| Questions and marks | 200 MCQs in two papers, 200 marks, 3 hours |
| Negative marking | None |
| Official website | ukentrance.samarth.edu.in |
Kumaun University B.Ed Entrance 2027 Important Dates
The 2027 schedule is not announced yet. In 2026 the form was open from 24 July to 7 August and the exam was held on 16 August, so the 2027 dates below are expected on the same pattern.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | July 2027 Expected |
| Online application | July 2027 Expected |
| Admit card download | August 2027 Expected |
| Entrance exam | August 2027 Expected |
| Provisional answer key | August 2027 Expected |
| Result | August 2027 Expected |
| Counselling | September 2027 Expected |
How to Apply for the Uttarakhand B.Ed Entrance 2027
You apply online on the Samarth admission portal of the Higher Education Department, Uttarakhand, at ukentrance.samarth.edu.in. There is no separate Kumaun University B.Ed form. One form covers B.Ed. seats in government, aided and private colleges of all three state universities.
Apply Online for Uttarakhand B.Ed 2027
Applications for Uttarakhand B.Ed 2027 are expected in July 2027.
- Open ukentrance.samarth.edu.in and register with your name, email ID and mobile number.
- Log in and select the B.Ed. entrance programme.
- Fill in personal, category and graduation details, and choose your optional group (Arts, Commerce or Science) and language (Hindi or English).
- Upload a scanned photograph and signature (under 500 KB each) and your educational and category documents (under 1 MB each).
- Pay the entrance and counselling fee online.
- Submit the form and keep a printout of the confirmation.
| Category | Entrance fee (2026) | Counselling fee (2026) | Total (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 1,675 | Rs 785 | Rs 2,460 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs 1,150 | Rs 470 | Rs 1,620 |
In 2026 the fee was paid at the time of applying and included the counselling fee. The 2027 fee will be confirmed in the new notification.
Who can apply for the Uttarakhand B.Ed Entrance 2027?
You can apply if you hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree with the minimum marks below. These were the 2026 rules.
- General category: at least 50% marks in graduation or post-graduation.
- SC, ST and OBC candidates of Uttarakhand: at least 45% marks.
- B.E. or B.Tech graduates (with Science and Mathematics specialisation): at least 55% marks.
- Final-year students can apply, but must show proof of passing before counselling.
Reservation follows Uttarakhand state rules, so category benefits apply only to candidates holding Uttarakhand category certificates.
What is the Uttarakhand B.Ed Entrance 2027 exam pattern?
The test has two papers of 100 multiple choice questions each, for 200 marks in 3 hours. It was an offline OMR-based test in 2026, with no negative marking.
| Paper | Sections | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Language (Hindi or English), General Knowledge and Reasoning | 100 | 100 | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Paper II | Teaching Aptitude, Optional subject (Arts, Commerce or Science group) | 100 | 100 | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Total | 4 sections | 200 | 200 | 3 hours |
You must appear in both papers. If you miss either paper, your result is not declared. See the topic-wise syllabus for what each section covers.
Uttarakhand B.Ed Entrance 2027 Official Notices and Downloads
- LINKUttarakhand Admission 2026-27 portal: public notices (latest, B.Ed. answer key, result, counselling) (13 September 2026)Official site · ukentrance.samarth.edu.inOpen
- LINKUttarakhand Combined B.Ed. Entrance official portal (ukentrance.samarth.edu.in)Official site · ukentrance.samarth.edu.inOpen