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UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the recruitment advertisement notice for administrative roles in the capital. The notification details openings for the posts of Principal and Vice-Principal under Special Advertisement No. 51/2026, featuring a combined total of 828 vacancies, including 124 Principals and 704 Vice-Principals. The UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on 21 July 2026. Candidates can submit their applications online from 25th July to 14 August, 2026
This recruitment drive offers a prestigious career path within the Education Department of the Government of NCT of Delhi. Selected candidates will play a pivotal role in shaping educational standards, managing institutional administration, and ensuring academic excellence across government schools. Applicants are strongly advised to thoroughly review their educational credentials and experience criteria before initiating the digital submission process.
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UPSC Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Department Name | Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi |
| Post Name | Principal and Vice Principal |
| Advt. No. | Special Advertisement No. 51/2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 828 Posts (Principal- 124, Vice Principal- 704) |
| Apply Start Date | 25th July, 2026 |
| Category | UPSC Principal Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF UPSC Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF |
| Official Website | upsconline.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Short Notice Release Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release Date | Soon |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 July 2026 (12:01 AM onwards) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 August 2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
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Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 25/- |
| SC / ST / PWD / Female (All Categories) | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for UPSC Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 varies by post and category. For Principal, it is 35-50 Years (relaxable up to 55 years for SC/ST and 53 years for OBC). For Vice-Principal, it is 35-40 Years (relaxable up to 40 years for SC/ST and 38 years for OBC). The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 14.08.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Principal | 124 | Master’s Degree + Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) + 10 years of teaching experience as PGT or TGT |
| Vice Principal | 704 | Master’s Degree + Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) + 2 years Experience as PGT or 3 Years Experinece as TGT |
UPSC Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for UPSC Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Shortlisting Criteria / Recruitment Test
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
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How to Apply for UPSC Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for UPSC Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal at https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) or log in if already registered.
- Navigate to the active advertisements section and select the Principal/Vice Principal notification.
- Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, certificates, and photographs within the specified size limits (Max 1 MB for modules, 2 MB for other documents).
- Pay the prescribed application fee through net banking, debit/credit card, or SBI cash mode (if applicable).
- Submit the final application form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
| UPSC Principal and Vice Principal Short Notice | Short Notice |
| UPSC Principal and Vice Principal Notification PDF (Soon) | Notification |
| UPSC Principal and Vice Principal Online Form Link (From 25.07.2026) | Apply Online |
| Union Public Service Commission Official Website | UPSC |
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