UPSC Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 for 828 posts in Delhi Government Schools. Apply online 25 July to 14 August 2026. Eligibility: Master’s Degree + B.Ed + Teaching Experience (2-10 years). Age 35-55 years. Selection: CRT + Interview. Fee ₹25.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification (Advt. No. 51/2026) for the recruitment of Principal and Vice Principal posts in the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi. This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 828 vacancies across various Delhi Government Schools .
Online applications will be accepted from 25 July 2026 to 14 August 2026 through the official UPSC website . Candidates with Master’s Degree, B.Ed, and teaching experience are eligible to apply . The selection process includes a Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) and Interview.
UPSC Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| विवरण | जानकारी |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement No. | 51/2026 |
| Post Names | Principal, Vice Principal |
| Total Vacancies | 828 (124 Principal + 704 Vice Principal) |
| Job Type | Group “A” Gazetted, Non-Ministerial (Permanent) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Last Date | 14 August 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 24 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 14 August 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) Date | 01 November 2026 |
Age Limit
For Principal
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age (UR/EWS) | 50 Years |
| Maximum Age (OBC) | 53 Years |
| Maximum Age (SC/ST) | 55 Years |
| PwBD Relaxation | Up to 10 Years (Max 56 Years) |
For Vice Principal
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age (UR/EWS) | 35 Years |
| Maximum Age (OBC) | 38 Years |
| Maximum Age (SC/ST) | 40 Years |
| PwBD Relaxation | Up to 10 Years (Max 56 Years) |
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Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | ₹0/- (Nil) |
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking)
- Note: The fee is non-refundable .
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
For Both Principal & Vice Principal:
- Master’s Degree from a recognized University/Institute .
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) from a recognized university/institute .
Experience
For Principal (10 Years):
- Ten years of teaching experience (as Vice Principal/PGT/TGT) in a recognized High School/Higher Secondary School/Senior Secondary School/Intermediate College .
For Vice Principal:
- Option 1: Two years’ experience as Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) .
- Option 2: Three years’ experience as Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) .
Desirable Qualification
For Principal:
- Doctorate Degree from a Recognized University/Institute .
- Experience of Administrative charge of a Recognized School .
For Vice Principal:
- Not Mentioned in Official Notification
Vacancy Details
Principal – 124 Posts
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| EWS | 11 | 07 | 04 |
| OBC | 18 | 11 | 07 |
| SC | 16 | 07 | 09 |
| ST | 10 | 08 | 02 |
| Total | 124 | 70 | 54 |
Note: 07 vacancies reserved for PwBD candidates (05 fresh + 02 backlog).
Vice Principal – 704 Posts
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 287 | 150 | 137 |
| EWS | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| OBC | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| SC | 103 | 52 | 51 |
| ST | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Total | 704 | 364 | 340 |
Note: 28 vacancies reserved for PwBD candidates (27 fresh + 01 backlog).
Salary
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|
| Principal | Level 12 |
| Vice Principal | Level 10 |
Selection Process
- Combined Recruitment Test (CRT): Pen & Paper based objective type test of 2 hours duration carrying 300 marks . The test will be held on 01 November 2026 at 15 centres across India .
- Interview/Personality Test: Candidates shortlisted based on CRT marks will be called for interview .
- Document Verification: Verification of original educational, experience, category, and other supporting certificates.
- Medical Examination: As per UPSC rules for final selection.
Weightage
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) | 75% |
| Interview | 25% |
Exam Pattern Overview
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Type of Exam | Pen & Paper Based (Objective Type) |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd (0.33) marks deduction for wrong answer |
| Medium | English & Hindi |
Syllabus Topics
- General Knowledge including Contemporary social, economic and cultural issues
- Hindi and English language skills
- Reasoning ability and Quantitative Aptitude
- Educational policies & Educational measurement and evaluation
- Management and Financial administration
- Office Procedure
- Pedagogy in Education
- Digital Literacy
Required Documents
- Matriculation/10th Certificate (for date of birth)
- Master’s Degree Certificate & Marksheets
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) Certificate
- Teaching Experience Certificate (in prescribed format)
- Doctorate Degree Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) – if applicable
- EWS Certificate – if applicable
- PwBD Disability Certificate – if applicable
- Ex-Serviceman Certificate – if applicable
- Central/UT Government Employee Certificate – if applicable
- Valid Aadhaar Card
- Passport size photograph (scanned)
- Signature (scanned)
- Valid Email ID and Mobile Number
How to Apply for UPSC Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSC website: upsconline.nic.in/ora/ .
- Create an account on the Online Application Portal .
- Complete the Universal Registration (URN) profile and get the Universal Registration Number .
- Fill the Common Application Form (CAF) with personal, educational, and experience details .
- Upload the photograph and capture live photograph as per instructions .
- Upload the signature (three signatures in black ink on white paper) .
- Fill the post/vacancy specific module for Principal or Vice Principal .
- Upload all required documents/certificates in support of claims (date of birth, caste, educational qualifications, experience, etc.) .
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) online through Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking .
- Submit the application form .
- Take a printout of the final submitted application form for future reference .
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | UPSC Official Website |
| Helpdesk Email | upscsoap@nic.in |
| Helpline Number | 011-24041001 / 011-40303444 |
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for UPSC Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is 14 August 2026 (06:00 PM) .
Q2: What is the total number of vacancies?
A total of 828 vacancies are available – 124 for Principal and 704 for Vice Principal .
Q3: What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates must have a Master’s Degree and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) from a recognized university .
Q4: What is the experience required for Principal?
Ten years of teaching experience as Vice Principal/PGT/TGT in a recognized school .
Q5: What is the application fee?
General / OBC / EWS (Male) candidates need to pay ₹25/- . SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates are exempted .
Q6: What is the selection process?
Selection is based on Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) followed by Interview and Document Verification .
Q7: When is the Combined Recruitment Test scheduled?
The CRT is scheduled for 01 November 2026 .
Q8: Is there any negative marking in the CRT?
Yes, there is a negative marking of 1/3rd (0.33) marks for each wrong answer .
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