UPSC Principal Recruitment 2026: Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released new notification to fill the vacancies of 828 Principal Jobs, All interested and eligible candidates can use this job opportunity to apply for these posts before the last date of application. Candidates who have completed their B.Ed, M.Ed, Master's Degree can apply for the UPSC Principal Notification 2026. The Selection Process for UPSC Principal Recruitment 2026 will be Recruitment Test (RT) & Interview. The online application will start from 25.07.2026 and remain open till 14.08.2026 through the official website.
Check below education details, age limit, selection process, application fee, salary, and how to apply for UPSC Principal Online Application Form 2026.
UPSC Principal Recruitment 2026
| UPSC Eligibility & Vacancy 2026 details |
| Organization Name |
Union Public Service Commission |
| Vacancy |
828 |
| Post name |
Principal, Vice Principal |
| Starting date |
25.07.2026 |
| Ending date |
14.08.2026 |
| Qualification |
B.Ed, M.Ed, Master's Degree |
| Salary |
Level- 12, Level- 10 |
| Job Location |
All Over India |
| Apply Mode |
Online |
| Official Website |
https://www.upsc.gov.in/ |
Vacancy details for UPSC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
No. of Posts |
| Principal |
124 |
| Vice Principal |
704 |
| Total |
828 Posts |
Eligibility details for UPSC Recruitment 2026
Qualification details for UPSC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Qualification |
| Principal |
Master’s Degree from an accredited University/Institute; Bachelor of Education from an accredited university/institute; Ten years’ Experience of teaching (as Vice Principal/Post Graduate teacher/Trained Graduate Teacher) in an accredited High School/ Higher Secondary School/Senior Secondary School/Intermediate College. Desirable: Holding Doctorate Degree; Experience of Administrative charge. |
| Vice Principal |
Master’s Degree from an accredited University/Institute; Bachelor of Education from an accredited University; Two years’ Experience as Post Graduate Teacher OR Three years’ Experience as Trained Graduate Teacher. |
Age limits for UPSC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Age limit |
| Principal |
50 years |
| Vice Principal |
35 years |
Salary details for UPSC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Salary Details |
| Principal |
Level- 12 |
| Vice Principal |
Level- 10 |
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Selection process
- Recruitment Test (RT)
- Interview
UPSC Notification 2026 Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| Gen / OBC / EWS |
Rs.25/- |
| SC / ST / PwD |
Nil |
Important Dates for the UPSC Notification 2026:
| Notification Published |
25.07.2026 |
| Application Start Date |
25.07.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
14.08.2026 |
Notification PDF and Application form, details
FAQs – UPSC Principal Recruitment 2026
Education Qualification Details
Master's Degree and B.Ed with relevant teaching experience for Principal and Vice Principal posts.
Age Limit
Maximum 50 years for Principal and 35 years for Vice Principal as on 14.08.2026, with age relaxation applicable as per rules.
How to Apply Online for UPSC Principal 2026)
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Union Public Service Commission website https://www.upsc.gov.in/ between 25.07.2026 and 14.08.2026.
