UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026: The Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has officially released the recruitment advertisement notice for the position of Principal (Advt. No. 02/2026) across a total of 111 vacancy seats. The UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 notification has been released on July 21, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications starting from July 21, 2026, up to the final closing date of August 20, 2026.
This recruitment drive presents a prestigious opportunity for eligible academic professionals to serve in non-government aided co-educational degree colleges and women’s colleges across Uttar Pradesh. Candidates are strongly advised to carefully verify all eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications, teaching experience, and research score requirements, before proceeding with their online applications.
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UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) Prayagraj |
| Post Name | Principal |
| Advt. No. | 02/2026 |
| Total Vacancy | 111 |
| Pay Scale | Level-14 (Rs. 144200.00 to Rs. 218200.00) |
| Apply Start Date | 21.07.2026 |
| Category | UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | www.upessc.up.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Date | 21.07.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 21.07.2026 (12:01 AM onwards) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20.08.2026 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Deposit Application Fee | 20.08.2026 |
| Online Application Correction Date | Up to 23.08.2026 |
| Written Exam Date | 24.09.2026 |
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Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / Gen / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PWD | Rs. 3,000.00 |
| Mode of Payment | Online (Credit / Debit Card or Net Banking) |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 is Maximum 62 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.07.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Principal (Aided Degree Colleges) | 111 | Ph.D. Degree, minimum 15 years teaching/ research experience as Associate Professor/ Professor, minimum 10 research publications in peer-reviewed/ UGC-listed journals, and a minimum research score of 110 as per Table 2 in Notification |
UPESSC Principal Selection Process
The selection process for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Written Examination (360 Marks / 120 Objective Questions)
- Minimum Research Score Verification (110 Research Marks)
- Interview (40 Marks)
- Document Verification
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How to Apply for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official UPESSC portal at www.upessc.up.gov.in.
- Complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) process.
- Read the user manual and watch tutorial videos available on the website before proceeding.
- Fill out the online application form carefully in English.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, and necessary certificates in the specified format and size.
- Pay the required application fee of Rs. 3,000/- via online payment gateway.
- Submit the final application form and take multiple printouts for future records and upcoming interview stages.
Important Links
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| UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| UPESSC Official Website | UPESSC |
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