UPESSC Principal & Headmaster Recruitment 2026
| Overview | Details |
|---|---|
| POST DATE | 2026-10-28 |
| TOTAL VACANCIES | 2647 POSTS |
| LOCATION | Uttar Pradesh |
| APPLICATION MODE | ONLINE PORTAL |
UPESSC Principal & Headmaster Recruitment 2026
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has announced recruitment for Principal (Pradhanacharya) and Headmaster (Pradhanadhyapak) posts. A total of 2,647 vacancies are available.
Key Details:
| Key Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Posts | Principal (Advt. No. 08/2026) and Headmaster (Advt. No. 09/2026) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,475 Principal + 1,172 Headmaster = 2,647 |
| Application Mode | Online via OTR (One Time Registration) on www.upessc.up.gov.in |
| Job Location | Aided non-government schools in Uttar Pradesh |
Important Dates:
| Key Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Publication Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Online Registration & Application Start Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Deposit Online Application Fee | 22 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Corrections in Application | 25 November 2026 |
| Examination Date | 7 January 2027 |
Eligibility Criteria:
| Key Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Citizen of India |
| **Qualification | ** |
| Principal | Postgraduate (Master's) degree (min 50% marks) + B.Ed. + 4 years teaching experience as Lecturer/Assistant Teacher (Class 9-12) or 4 years experience as Headmaster in High School. |
| Headmaster | Postgraduate (Master's) degree (min 50% marks) + B.Ed./B.P.Ed. + 4 years teaching experience as Lecturer/Assistant Teacher (Class 9-12) or 4 years experience as Headmaster in Junior High School. |
| Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026) | Minimum 30 years, Maximum 62 years. No age relaxation is mentioned. |
Application Fee:
| Key Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹2,000 (Principal) / ₹1,500 (Headmaster) |
| SC / ST | ₹2,000 (Principal) / ₹1,500 (Headmaster) |
| Divyangjan | ₹2,000 (Principal) / ₹1,500 (Headmaster) |
Selection Process:
- Written Examination (360 Marks)
- Interview (40 Marks)
- Total: 400 Marks
- Negative marking applies in the written exam.
FormBharlo Editor's Analysis
This is a prime opportunity in the State Exams sector. Typically, Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) recruitments see high competition. We recommend thoroughly reviewing the official gazette linked above. Pay special attention to the category-wise vacancy distribution and ensure your caste/EWS certificates are up to date before applying.
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