UPSC Principal Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 Delhi
UPSC has announced 828 vacancies for Principal and Vice Principal posts in Delhi. Eligible candidates with a Master’s Degree and B.Ed can apply online until 14 August 2026. The Combined Recruitment Test is scheduled for 1 November 2026.
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UPSC Principal Vice Principal Recruitment 2026
The Union Public Service Commission has released a major recruitment notification for Principal and Vice Principal posts in Delhi. This opportunity is open for candidates who hold the required educational qualifications and want to apply for a prestigious central government teaching-administration role. The online application process is active, and the last date to submit the form is 2026-08-14.
Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 51/2026 |
| Post Name | Principal, Vice Principal |
| Total Vacancies | 828 |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 2026-08-14 |
| Exam / Test Date | 2026-11-01 |
| Official Website | https://upsc.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment includes 124 vacancies for Principal and 704 vacancies for Vice Principal, making a total of 828 posts. The posts are permanent in nature and fall under General Central Service Group-A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial category. The headquarters mentioned in the notification is the Directorate of Education, GNCT of Delhi, Old Secretariat, Delhi-110054.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must possess a Master’s Degree from a recognized University or Institute and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from a recognized university or institute. For the Principal post, the notification also mentions teaching experience in a recognized school or college, while the Vice Principal post requires relevant teaching experience as specified in the official notice. Candidates should carefully check the post-wise eligibility before applying.
For the Principal post, the age limit is 50 years for UR/EWS, 53 years for OBC, and 55 years for SC/ST, with additional relaxation for PwBD candidates. For the Vice Principal post, the age limit is 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST, with similar relaxation for PwBD candidates.
Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 2026-07-25 |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Submission | 2026-08-14 |
| Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) | 2026-11-01 |
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply through the UPSC online recruitment portal. First, complete Universal Registration and obtain a URN. Then fill in the Common Application Form, upload the required photograph and documents, and complete the post-specific module during the notification period. After that, pay the applicable fee, verify all details, and submit the form before the deadline.
The application fee is Rs. 25 for General, OBC, and EWS male candidates. Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the fee. Candidates should keep a printed copy of the final submitted application for future reference.
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