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UPSC-Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 (828 Vacancies)

Starts 25 Jul, 2026
Last date 14 Aug, 2026

Short Information

UPSC has released the notification for Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 (828 Vacancies) for Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi. Those who are interested in this Recruitment and fulfill the eligibility can apply Online from 25 July, 2026 to 14 August, 2026 Till 6:00 PM. For the information of eligibility, age limit, selection procedure, syllabus in recruitment, read the notification and then apply.

Important Dates

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Application Start Date
25 July, 2026
Last Date For Applying Online
14 August, 2026 Till 6:00 PM
Last Date For Paying Exam Fees
14 August, 2026
Exam Date
Notified Soon
Admit Card for Exam
Available Soon

Application Fee

3
General / OBC / EWS Category Candidates
25 Rs./-
SC / ST / Female / PwBD Category Candidates
0 Rs./-
Payment Mode
Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.

Age Limit & Eligibility

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Minimum Age
NA
Maximum Age for For Principal Post
50 Years (14 August, 2026)
Maximum Age for For Vice-Principal Post
35 Years (14 August, 2026)
Age Relaxation
As Per Rules.

Vacancy Details

828 posts

UPSC-Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 (828 Vacancies) - Qualification Details

Post NameQualification
PrincipalMaster’s Degree, B.Ed and 10 Years Teaching Experience as PGT / TGT
Vice PrincipalMaster’s Degree, B.Ed and 02 Years Experience as PGT OR 03 Years Experience as TGT

Principal Vacancy Details

GenderUREWSOBCSCSTTotal
Male370707130872
Female320411030252
Grand Total Post6911181610124

Vice-Principal Vacancy Details

GenderUREWSOBCSCSTTotal
Male15037965229364
Female13734935125340
Grand Total Post2877118910354704

How to Apply?

  • Online Registration : Visit the official UPSC online application website (https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/) to create an account and generate your Universal Registration Number (URN).

  • Profile Management : Complete and lock your URN profile along with required personal and identification details.

  • Form Submission : Access the post-specific module for Principal or Vice-Principal vacancies, fill out the Common Application Form (CAF), and upload your live photograph and signatures.

  • Document Upload : Upload all necessary supporting documents—such as your 10th-grade certificate, degree mark sheets, category certificates, and experience proofs—separately as PDF files.

  • Fee Payment : Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 (if applicable, noting that female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are fully exempted) via debit/credit card, internet banking, or UPI.

  • Final Review and Printout : Verify all entered details carefully, submit the final application before 1800 Hrs on 14-08-2026, and save/print a copy of the submitted confirmation page for future reference.

Selection Process

  • Application Submission : Candidates must successfully submit their Online Recruitment Applications through the official UPSC online portal by the prescribed closing date.

  • Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) : Applicants undergo a pen-and-paper-based objective test carrying 300 marks to shortlist candidates based on exam performance.

  • Interview / Personality Test : Shortlisted candidates who achieve the minimum level of suitability in the recruitment test are called for a 100-mark interview.

  • Final Merit Determination : Final selection is determined by combining the scores of the Combined Recruitment Test and the Interview in a 75:25 weightage ratio.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for UPSC-Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply online is 14 August, 2026 Till 6:00 PM.

When does the online application for UPSC-Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 start?

The online application starts on 25 July, 2026.

What is the application fee for UPSC-Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is as follows: General / OBC / EWS Category Candidates: 25 Rs./-; SC / ST / Female / PwBD Category Candidates: 0 Rs./-; Payment Mode: Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.

What is the age limit for UPSC-Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026?

The age limit is as follows: Maximum Age for For Principal Post: 50 Years (14 August, 2026); Maximum Age for For Vice-Principal Post: 35 Years (14 August, 2026). Age relaxation applies as per the official notification.

How many vacancies are there in UPSC-Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026?

A total of 828 posts have been announced.

How can I apply for UPSC-Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026?

Read the official notification first, then use the apply online link in the Important Links section on this page to fill in the form on the official website before the last date.

When will the exam for UPSC-Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 be held?

Exam date: Notified Soon.

When will the admit card for UPSC-Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi Principal and Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 be released?

Admit card release: Available Soon.

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