UP Principal Recruitment 2026 Notification - Summary
UP Principal recruitment 2026 notification PDF is the hiring circular issued by Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) under Advertisement Number 08/2026. The commission released this notification to fill 1,475 Principal vacancies across non-government aided intermediate colleges in Uttar Pradesh.
Online applications opened on 23 October 2026 and close on 22 November 2026 on upessc.up.gov.in. Candidates must complete One-Time Registration (OTR) on the commission portal before submitting their form. Selection includes a written examination scheduled for 7 January 2027 followed by an interview.
UPESSC (UP) Principal Recruitment 2026 Summary
| Recruiting commission | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) |
| Advt number | Advt. No. 08/2026 |
| Post name | Principal (Intermediate Level) |
| Total vacancies | 1,475 posts (1,318 boys schools, 157 girls schools) |
| Pay scale | Level-12 (₹78,800 to ₹2,09,200) |
| Online application start date | 23 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 22 November 2026 |
| Written exam date | 7 January 2027 |
| Application fee | ₹2,000 for all categories |
| Official website | upessc.up.gov.in |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet these conditions before applying:
- Age limit: Minimum 30 years and maximum 62 years as on 1 July 2026, with age relaxations as per government rules
- Educational qualification: Master degree with at least 50 percent marks from a recognized university
- Training qualification: B.Ed degree from an institution recognized by NCTE
- Teaching experience: Minimum 4 years of teaching experience as a Lecturer in classes 9 to 12 or as a High School Headmaster
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to submit the online form:
STEP 1 – Visit upessc.up.gov.in and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) with your active mobile number and email ID.
STEP 2 – Log in to your candidate dashboard and select Advt. No. 08/2026 for Principal recruitment.
STEP 3 – Fill in your personal details, postgraduate degree marks, B.Ed details, and institutional teaching experience.
STEP 4 – Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, educational certificates, and experience proof.
STEP 5 – Pay the ₹2,000 application fee online using debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.
STEP 6 – Submit the completed application form before 22 November 2026 and print the confirmation page.
For teacher openings under the same commission, check the UP TGT recruitment notification.
