UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 - 828 Posts, Apply Online
Published: 21 Jul 2026 · Updated: 21 Jul 2026
828 Total Vacancies
Important Dates
| Application Begin | 25 Jul 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Notification Date | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Date | 21 Jul 2026 |
Application Fee
| General | Rs. 25/- (UR/General male candidates) |
| OBC | Rs. 25/- (OBC male candidates) |
| EWS | Rs. 25/- (EWS male candidates) |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| Female (All Category) | Nil (all categories) |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Age Limit & Eligibility
| Minimum Age | 35 years |
| Maximum Age | 50 years (Principal); 40 years (Vice-Principal) years |
| Age As On | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | Principal: relaxable up to 55 years for SC/ST, up to 53 years for OBC. Vice-Principal: relaxable up to 40 years for SC/ST, up to 38 years for OBC. |
| Educational Qualification | Principal: Master's Degree + Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) + 10 years' teaching experience as PGT or TGT. Vice-Principal: Master's Degree + B.Ed + 2 years' experience as PGT, or 3 years' experience as TGT. |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total | Gen | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal | 124 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Vice-Principal | 704 | — | — | — | — | — |
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal at upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR), or log in directly if already registered.
- Open the active advertisements section and select the Principal/Vice-Principal notice (Special Advertisement No. 51/2026).
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload a scanned photograph/signature (maximum 1 MB) and other supporting documents (maximum 2 MB) as specified.
- Pay the applicable fee online, if applicable - Rs. 25 for UR/General/OBC/EWS male candidates; SC/ST/PwD and female candidates of all categories are exempt.
- Submit the completed application and save or print the confirmation page for future reference.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting Criteria / Recruitment Test
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
Post-wise Vacancy & Qualification
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | 124 | Master's Degree + B.Ed + 10 years' teaching experience as PGT or TGT |
| Vice-Principal | 704 | Master's Degree + B.Ed + 2 years' experience as PGT, or 3 years' experience as TGT |
A category-wise (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS) breakup of these 828 posts has not been published in the short notice; it is expected with the detailed notification or vacancy annexure.
Age Limit by Post
| Post Name | Standard Age Limit | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | 35-50 Years | Up to 55 years for SC/ST, up to 53 years for OBC |
| Vice-Principal | 35-40 Years | Up to 40 years for SC/ST, up to 38 years for OBC |
Age is reckoned as on the cutoff date, 14 August 2026.
Salary
The pay scale/salary for the Principal and Vice-Principal posts has not been mentioned in the short notice. This section will be updated once the detailed notification confirming the pay level is released.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Photograph/signature or similar modules - maximum 1 MB
- Other supporting documents - maximum 2 MB
- Educational certificates, teaching-experience certificates and category certificate (full checklist expected with the detailed notification)
An exact checklist has not been published in the short notice; the following upload size limits are confirmed:
Important Instructions
- Applications can be submitted online only from 25 July 2026 (12:01 AM) to 14 August 2026 (11:59 PM).
- The age limit and other eligibility conditions are calculated as on the cutoff date, 14 August 2026.
- This recruitment requires specific PGT/TGT teaching experience - review your qualification and experience carefully before applying.
- The detailed notification, expected to carry the exam pattern, full eligibility conditions and document requirements, has not been released yet; check the official UPSC website regularly for updates.
- Rely only on the fee categories and amounts confirmed in the short notice (Rs. 25 for UR/OBC/EWS male candidates; nil for SC/ST/PwD/female candidates) until the detailed notification is out.
Notification Reference
| Advertisement Number | Special Advertisement No. 51/2026 |
| Department | Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Detailed Notification | Not yet released as of 21 July 2026 |
Important Links
| Apply Online (UPSC ORA Portal) | Apply Online ↗ |
| Official Website (UPSC) | Click Here ↗ |
| Recruitment Advertisements Page | Click Here ↗ |
Important Questions
Q. When does the online application for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 - 828 Posts, Apply Online start?
Ans. Online applications start on 25 Jul 2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 - 828 Posts, Apply Online?
Ans. The last date to apply online is 14 Aug 2026.
Q. What is the age limit for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 - 828 Posts, Apply Online?
Ans. Minimum age 35 years and maximum age 50 years (Principal); 40 years (Vice-Principal) years (as on 14 Aug 2026). See the official notification for age relaxation.
Q. What is the educational qualification for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 - 828 Posts, Apply Online?
Ans. Principal: Master's Degree + Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) + 10 years' teaching experience as PGT or TGT. Vice-Principal: Master's Degree + B.Ed + 2 years' experience as PGT, or 3 years' experience as TGT.
Q. How to apply for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 - 828 Posts, Apply Online?
Ans. Use the official link in the Important Links section on this page, or apply through the official website of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) - Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi before the last date.
Q. What is the official website of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) - Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi?
Ans. The official website link is provided in the Important Links section above.
Disclaimer: SarkariPitara is not an official government website. The information above is aggregated from the official notification for quick reference. Candidates must read the official notification carefully and verify all details from the official website before applying.