UPSC Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 828 Vacancies – Apply Online

UPSC Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 828 Vacancies

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Special Advertisement No. 51/2026 inviting online applications for the recruitment of Principal and Vice Principal posts in the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi. A total of 828 vacancies have been announced, including 124 Principal and 704 Vice Principal positions. Candidates possessing the required educational qualifications and teaching experience can submit their applications through the UPSC Online Recruitment Portal. The online application process begins on 25 July 2026, while the last date to apply is 14 August 2026. Selection will be based on a Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by an interview.

Quick Overview

Vacancy Details

Educational Qualification

1. Principal

Candidates must possess:

• Master's Degree from a recognized University/Institute.
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from a recognized University/Institute.

Experience

Minimum 10 years of teaching experience as:

• Vice Principal, or
• Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), or
• Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) in a recognized High School, Higher Secondary School, Senior Secondary School or Intermediate College.

Desirable Qualification

• Doctorate Degree from a recognized University.
• Administrative experience in a recognized school or intermediate college.

2. Vice Principal

Candidates must possess:

• Master's Degree from a recognized University/Institute.
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from a recognized University.

Experience

Applicants should have either:

• 2 years' experience as a Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)

OR

• 3 years' experience as a Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT).

Age Limit & Age Relaxation

Principal

Vice Principal

Salary

Application Fee

Selection Process

The selection process consists of the following stages:

• Combined Recruitment Test (CRT)
• Interview
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

Important Dates

UPSC Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern

The Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) for the posts of Principal and Vice Principal will be conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The examination scheme is as follows:

UPSC Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 Syllabus

The syllabus for the Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) broadly includes the following topics:

• General Knowledge, including contemporary social, economic, and cultural issues.
• Hindi and English Language Skills.
• Reasoning Ability and Quantitative Aptitude.
• Educational Policies, Educational Measurement and Evaluation.
• Management and Financial Administration.
• Office Procedure.
• Pedagogy in Education.
• Digital Literacy.

Weightage of Selection

The final merit list will be prepared based on the following weightage:

• Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) - 75%
• Interview - 25%

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Portal.
2. Complete the Universal Registration (URN), if not already registered.
3. Log in using your credentials.
4. Select Principal or Vice Principal Recruitment 2026.
5. Fill in all required personal, educational and experience details.
6. Upload the necessary documents in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
8. Submit the application form before the closing date.
9. Download and print the submitted application form for future reference.

Important Web Links To Apply

Important Points To Remember

• The question paper will be available in both English and Hindi.
• There is negative marking, with a deduction of one-third of the marks assigned to a question for each incorrect answer.
• No marks will be deducted for questions left unanswered.
• Candidates should upload all required documents in the prescribed format while submitting the online application.
• Applicants are advised to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.

FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available under UPSC Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026?

Ans: A total of 828 vacancies have been announced, including 124 Principal and 704 Vice Principal posts.

Q2. What is the last date to apply online?

Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM).

Q3. What is the application fee?

Ans: The application fee is ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

Q4. What is the selection process?

Ans: Selection will be based on a Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by an Interview, Document Verification and Medical Examination.

Q5. When will the Recruitment Test be conducted?

Ans: The Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) is scheduled for 01 November 2026.

Q6. What is the salary for these posts?

Ans: Principal posts are in Level-12 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, while Vice Principal posts are in Level-10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

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