Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC), Principal (Aided Secondary Schools) Recruitment - 2026 (1475 Vacancies)

Educational Qualification

Mandatory Educational Qualifications

1. Postgraduate Degree :

   • A Postgraduate degree  with at least 50% marks from a university established by law in India or a recognized/deemed university or institution.

2. Professional Degree :

   • A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree from a course recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).

3. Teaching / Administrative Experience :

   • Either: At least 4 years of teaching experience as a Lecturer or Assistant Teacher in higher classes (Classes 9 to 12) at an institution recognized by the Central or State Government.

   • Or : At least 4 years of administrative work experience as a Headmaster in a High School, issued by the competent authority.

How to Apply?

• Official Website Visit : Navigate to the official Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission website at upessc.up.gov.in.

• One-Time Registration (OTR) : Complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) portal process using your active mobile number and email ID.

• Advertisement Selection : Locate and click on the link for Principal Selection Examination (Advt No. 08/2026) on the homepage.

• Application Access : Click on the Apply Online link corresponding to the principal vacancy to open the digital application form.

• Form Completion : Accurately enter your personal details, educational qualifications, and mandatory work/administrative experience data in English.

• Document Uploads : Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and necessary academic/experience certificates according to the portal guidelines.

• Fee Payment : Pay the required non-refundable application fee of ₹2,000 online using a credit card, debit card, or net banking facility.

• Final Submission : Thoroughly review all entered details and click the Submit button to finalize your online application form.

• Print Confirmation : Download the final submitted application form and save at least three printed copies for your records.

Selection Process

1. Written Examination

• Weightage : Typically carries 360 marks.

• Format : Objective-type / Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) covering relevant educational administration, general studies, and academic management topics depending on the exact post specifications.

2. Interview

• Weightage : Carries 40 marks.

• Process : Candidates who qualify through the written examination are called for a personal interview to evaluate their leadership, administrative acumen, and domain knowledge.

3. Final Merit List

• Total Marks : Evaluated out of a combined total of 400 marks (Written Exam: 360 Marks + Interview: 40 Marks).

• Selection : Final selection and ranking are determined strictly based on the aggregate performance and merit secured across both the written test and the interview.

4. Document Verification

• Process : Shortlisted candidates must present their original academic degrees, B.Ed. certificates, identity proofs, and competent authority-issued teaching/administrative experience certificates for final verification before appointment confirmation.