UPSC Principal and Vice Principal Online Form 2026 (828 Posts) | Advt No. 51/2026
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for direct recruitment to Principal and Vice-Principal posts under the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi, under Indicative Special Advertisement No. 51/2026. This recruitment covers 828 vacancies, including 124 Principal and 704 Vice-Principal posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 25 July 2026, with the application window extended till 17 August 2026 (06:00 PM). Read the complete details of the notification, including eligibility, age limit, application fee, vacancy distribution, selection process, and how to apply, given below.
About the Recruitment
UPSC has issued this notification to fill senior academic leadership positions in government schools functioning under the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi. Both posts require substantial prior teaching experience, making this recruitment more suited to experienced PGT and TGT teachers looking for career progression into school leadership roles rather than fresh graduates. The job location for all selected candidates is New Delhi. Since the application window has already been extended once, candidates who haven’t yet submitted their forms are advised to complete the process on the official UPSC ORA portal without further delay.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 24/07/2026 |
| Application Begin | 25/07/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online (Extended) | 17/08/2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17/08/2026 |
| Selection Mode | Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) + Interview (75:25 weightage) |
Application Fee
| UR / General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25 |
| Female / SC / ST / PwBD (All Categories) | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI) |
Applications without successful fee payment will not be considered for the recruitment process. Candidates are advised to keep a copy of the payment receipt for future reference.
Age Limit (as on 14/08/2026)
| Principal Post | 35–50 Years (relaxable up to 55 years for SC/ST, 53 years for OBC) |
| Vice-Principal Post | 35–40 Years (relaxable up to 40 years for SC/ST, 38 years for OBC) |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India rules for reserved categories and PwBD candidates |
Eligibility Criteria
For the Principal post, candidates must hold a Master’s Degree along with a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) qualification, and must have at least 10 years of teaching experience as a PGT (Post Graduate Teacher) or TGT (Trained Graduate Teacher). For the Vice-Principal post, candidates must hold a Master’s Degree with B.Ed, along with either 2 years of experience as a PGT or 3 years of experience as a TGT. It is strongly recommended that applicants go through the detailed official notification PDF for complete eligibility norms before applying.
Vacancy Details (Total: 828 Posts)
| Post Name | Total Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | 124 | Pay Level-12 (7th CPC) |
| Vice-Principal | 704 | Pay Level-10 (7th CPC) |
| Total | 828 | – |
Both posts are under the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi, with the job location being New Delhi. These are direct recruitment posts offering a stable career path into school administration and leadership.
Selection Process
Selection for both Principal and Vice-Principal posts will be conducted through a Combined Recruitment Test (CRT), followed by an Interview. The final result will be based on a weightage of 75% for the CRT and 25% for the Interview. In some cases, UPSC may also shortlist candidates directly based on the prescribed eligibility criteria before conducting the recruitment test, depending on the volume of applications received. Candidates should prepare thoroughly for both the written test and the interview, given the seniority and responsibility associated with these posts.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the online application: recent passport-size photograph, scanned signature, Master’s Degree and B.Ed certificates and marksheets, teaching experience certificates (PGT/TGT), category certificate (if applicable), and a valid ID proof such as Aadhaar card.
How to Apply Online
- Read the official notification (Advt No. 51/2026) carefully before applying.
- Visit the official website: upsc.gov.in
- Click on the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) Portal link.
- Register with basic details and create login credentials, or log in if already registered.
- Select the post (Principal or Vice-Principal) you wish to apply for.
- Fill in personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Upload photo, signature, and required documents in the specified format.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) through the available online modes.
- Review the form carefully in preview mode before final submission.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply for UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026?
The online application window has been extended till 17 August 2026 (06:00 PM).
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 828 posts are available, including 124 Principal and 704 Vice-Principal posts.
Q3. What is the required teaching experience for the Principal post?
Candidates must have at least 10 years of teaching experience as a PGT or TGT, along with a Master’s Degree and B.Ed.
Q4. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹25 for UR/General/OBC/EWS male candidates; Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates of all categories are exempted.