UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 Notification for 828 vacancies under the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi. The recruitment includes 124 Principal and 704 Vice-Principal posts. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 25 July 2026 to 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM) through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.

The selection process consists of a Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by an Interview/Personality Test. The written examination is scheduled to be conducted on 1 November 2026.

UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Application Fee

Payment Modes

• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• UPI
• Internet Banking

Note: The application fee is non-refundable.

Age Limit (As on 14 August 2026)

Principal

Vice-Principal

UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Vacancy 2026

Principal Category-wise Vacancy

PwBD Reservation: 7 Posts (5 Fresh + 2 Backlog)

Vice-Principal Category-wise Vacancy

PwBD Reservation: 28 Posts (27 Fresh + 1 Backlog)

Educational Qualification

Principal

Candidates must possess:

• Master’s Degree from a recognized University.
• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.).
• Minimum 10 years of teaching experience as Vice-Principal/PGT/TGT in a recognized school.

Desirable

• Doctorate Degree.
• Administrative experience in a recognized school.

Vice-Principal

Candidates must possess:

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

Experience

• 2 years as Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)

OR

• 3 years as Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT)

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Pay Scale

Selection Process

The recruitment process includes:

1. Combined Recruitment Test (CRT)
2. Interview / Personality Test
3. Document Verification
4. Final Merit List

Combined Recruitment Test (CRT)

CRT Syllabus

• General Knowledge
• Current Affairs
• Hindi & English Language
• Reasoning Ability
• Quantitative Aptitude
• Educational Policies
• Educational Measurement & Evaluation
• School Management
• Financial Administration
• Office Procedure
• Pedagogy
• Digital Literacy

Final Merit

The final merit list will be prepared in the ratio of:

• CRT: 75%
• Interview: 25%

How to Apply for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to apply online:

1. Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment (ORA) portal. Click Here
2. Register and generate your Universal Registration Number (URN).
3. Complete the Common Application Form (CAF).
4. Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
5. Select the desired post (Principal or Vice-Principal).
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
7. Submit the application form.
8. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Required Documents

• Passport-size Photograph
• Signature
• Master’s Degree Certificate
• B.Ed. Certificate
• Experience Certificate
• Date of Birth Proof
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Valid Photo ID Proof

Important Links

Conclusion

The UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for experienced teaching professionals seeking prestigious Group ‘A’ Gazetted positions in the Education Department of the Government of NCT of Delhi. Interested candidates should carefully verify their eligibility and submit the online application before 14 August 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many vacancies are available in UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026?

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

2. What is the last date to apply online?

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

3. When will the Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) be held?

The CRT is scheduled for 1 November 2026 (Sunday).

4. What is the application fee?

General/OBC/EWS male candidates need to pay ₹25, while Women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted.

5. What qualification is required for these posts?

Candidates must have a Master’s Degree, B.Ed., and the prescribed teaching experience relevant to the post.

6. What is the selection process?

Selection will be based on the Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by an Interview/Personality Test, Document Verification, and the final merit list.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this article is based on the official UPSC notification. Candidates are advised to read the detailed notification carefully and verify all eligibility conditions, reservation rules, and application instructions before applying online.