UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Vacancy 2026

UPSC Recruitment 2026 - Principal and Vice-Principal

UPSC has released an official notification for the recruitment of Principal and Vice-Principal posts (828 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 14 Aug 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal - Overview

Organization	UPSC
Post Name	Principal and Vice-Principal
Total Vacancies	828
Qualification	B.Ed, Any Masters Degree
Location	New Delhi, Delhi
Job Type	Full Time
Application Start Date	25 Jul 2026
Last Date to Apply	14 Aug 2026
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: B.Ed, Any Masters Degree. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Age Limit

The maximum age of the candidate should be 50 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. Please refer to the official notification for details.

Important Dates

Application Start Date	25 Jul 2026
Last Date to Apply	14 Aug 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: upsc.gov.in
Look for the Principal and Vice-Principal recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was the UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 notification released?

The short notice was released on 21 July 2026 under Special Advertisement No. 51/2026.

How many total vacancies are there in UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026?

There are 828 total vacancies - 124 for Principal and 704 for Vice-Principal.

When can candidates start applying online?

Online applications open on 25 July 2026 at 12:01 AM and close on 14 August 2026 at 11:59 PM.

What is the educational qualification required for Principal and Vice-Principal posts?

Principal requires a Master's Degree, B.Ed, and 10 years of teaching experience as PGT or TGT. Vice-Principal requires a Master's Degree, B.Ed, and 2 years of experience as PGT or 3 years as TGT.

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

For Principal, the age limit is 35–50 years (relaxable up to 55 years for SC/ST and 53 years for OBC). For Vice-Principal, it is 35–40 years (relaxable up to 40 years for SC/ST and 38 years for OBC), calculated as of 14 August 2026.

Is there an application fee for female candidates?

No. Female candidates, along with SC, ST, and PwD candidates of all categories, are exempted from the application fee.

What is the application fee for other categories?

UR, General, OBC, and EWS male candidates must pay Rs. 25 online.

What is the selection process for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026?

Selection involves a shortlisting criteria/recruitment test, a personal interview, and document verification.

What is the salary for Principal and Vice-Principal posts?

The salary has not been mentioned in the official short notice. This will be updated once the detailed notification is released.

Where can candidates apply for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026?

Applications must be submitted online through the UPSC ORA portal at upsconline.nic.in.