UP Principal Notification 2026 Out for 1475 Vacancies, Apply Online, Selection Process

Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has released the UP Principal Notification 2026 (Advt. No. 08/2026), announcing a total of 1475 vacancies for Principal posts. Online applications are invited from 23 October to 22 November 2026, and interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website at www.upessc.up.gov.in.

UPESSC Principal Notification 2026 PDF Out

The official notification PDF for the recruitment of Principal posts in the Secondary Education Department, Uttar Pradesh, has been released on 23 October 2026. Candidates can check vacancies, eligibility, selection process, salary, and other details through the advertisement; the direct link is also attached here.

UP Principal Notification 2026 PDF – Click to Download

UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026- Highlights

UPESSC Principal is a senior-level academic post carrying a Level-12 pay scale, making it an attractive opportunity for eligible Professors and Associate Professors with substantial teaching and research experience.

UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The complete schedule, including registration dates and the exam date for the UP Principal Exam, has been released by officials along with the notification PDF. Chcek important dates from the table below.

UPESSC Principal Vacancy 2026

UPESSC has invited online applications for 1475 vacant posts of Principal in government-aided co-education and women’s degree colleges of Uttar Pradesh. The vacancies notified under this recruitment drive are distributed as follows:

UP Principal Eligibility Criteria 2026

Before applying, candidates must ensure they meet the age and educational qualification requirements laid down for this post.

Age Limit (as on 01/07/2026)

The minimum age should not be less than 30 years, and the maximum age is 62 years as on 1st July 2026.

• Minimum Age – 30 years
• Maximum Age – 62 years

Educational Qualification

Candidates applying for the post of Principal must fulfil all of the following conditions:

• Postgraduate Degree – A postgraduate degree with at least 50% marks from a university established by law in India, a deemed university, or an institution recognised by the government
• B.Ed. Degree – A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree from a course recognised by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE)
• Teaching Experience – At least 4 years of teaching experience in any of the following positions: – Lecturer or Assistant Teacher in Classes 9 to 12 at an institution recognised by the Central or State Government; or – Headmaster of a High School.

UPESSC Principal Application Form 2026 Link

The online application portal for accepting the UPESSC Principal Application Form 2026 has started at the official website www.upessc.up.gov.in. The application is accepted online only through the Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Seva Chayan Ayog (UPESSC) official portal. Make sure to fill the online form on or before 22 November 2026 to avoid last-minute technical glitches.

UP Principal Application Form 2026 Link (Active) – Click to Apply

UP Principal Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

While filling the UPESSC Principal application form, candidates have to pay an application fee of Rs. 2,000/-. The fee will be paid through an online payment gateway using Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking.

Steps to Apply Online for UPESSC Principal Vacancy 2026

1. Candidates have to visit the official website of Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission at www.upessc.up.gov.in
2. Firstly, fill in the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and professional details carefully.
4. Upload the required documents, including your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and other certificates.
5. Pay the application fee of Rs. 2,000 through the available online payment gateway.
6. Preview the application form and verify all the details entered before final submission.
7. Submit the application form and download or print the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.

UPESSC Principal Selection Process 2026

Selection for the post of Principal will be carried out through the following stages:

1. Written Examination: An objective-type exam of 360 marks, comprising 120 multiple-choice questions.
2. Interview: Carrying 40 marks.

Only those candidates who have secured a minimum research score (API) of 110 will be considered eligible for the post of Principal.

UPESSC Principal Written Exam Pattern 2026

The written exam for the Principal post will be divided into two parts, totalling 120 questions and 360 marks:

Marking Scheme

• Each correct answer will be awarded 3 marks.
• One mark will be deducted for every wrong answer or for marking more than one option (negative marking).
• The cut-off and scores of candidates will be published on the website after the selection process is completed.

UP Principal Salary Structure 2026

Candidates appointed for Principal posts will be offered the monthly salary in Pay Level 12. Along with the monthly salary, candidates will be entitled to various allowances and perks.