At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 828 Posts
- Post Name
- Principal & Vice Principal
- Exam / Result Date
- 01 November 2026
- Application Last Date
- 14 August 2026 (upto 06:00 PM)
- Application Start Date
- 25 July 2026
- Conducting Body
- Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
- Eligibility
- Master's Degree + Teaching Experience
- Salary
- As per Central Government Rules (7th CPC)
Quick Summary
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for the recruitment of 828 Principal and Vice Principal posts. Apply online at upsconline.nic.in before 14 August 2026.
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is the premier central recruiting agency in India responsible for appointments to and examinations for various prominent civil services and government posts under the Union. The official portal for application submissions is upsconline.nic.in.
UPSC Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially published the notification (Advt. No. 51/2026) for the recruitment of Principal and Vice Principal across designated central educational departments. A total of 828 vacancies have been announced. Eligible candidates with relevant post-graduate degrees and teaching/administrative experience can apply online from 25 July 2026 until 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM).
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Principal & Vice Principal |
| Advt. No. | 51/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 828 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online via ORA (Online Recruitment Application) |
| Application Window | 25 July 2026 to 14 August 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| Portal | upsconline.nic.in |
Source: Official UPSC Advt. No. 51/2026, July 2026. Download Notification PDF
UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
Candidates must adhere to the strict deadlines set by the UPSC for online applications and fee payments.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 25 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 August 2026 (upto 06:00 PM) |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Pen & Paper Based CRT Exam Date | 01 November 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
Application Fee Details
The application fee can be paid either through cash (at SBI branches) or via online modes (Net Banking, Visa/Master/RuPay/Credit/Debit Card, or UPI).
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹ 25/-
- SC / ST / PH / Women Candidates: ₹ 0/- (Exempted)
UPSC Principal & Vice Principal 2026 – Vacancy & Eligibility
The commission has announced a combined 828 vacancies. Specific educational and experience requirements apply to each position.
Age Limit (As on 14/08/2026)
- Maximum Age for Principal: 50 Years
- Maximum Age for Vice Principal: 35 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per UPSC and Government of India norms (e.g., for SC/ST/OBC/PH candidates).
Post-Wise Vacancy and Qualifications
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Principal | 124 |
|
| Vice Principal | 704 |
|
| Total Vacancies | 828 Posts | |
Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal (Male) | 37 | 07 | 07 | 13 | 08 | 72 |
| Principal (Female) | 32 | 11 | 04 | 03 | 02 | 52 |
| Vice Principal (Male) | 150 | 96 | 37 | 52 | 29 | 364 |
| Vice Principal (Female) | 137 | 93 | 34 | 51 | 25 | 340 |
How to Apply Online for UPSC Recruitment 2026
Candidates must apply strictly through the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal on the UPSC website. Follow the steps below:
- One Time Registration (OTR): If you haven't registered on the UPSC portal before, complete your OTR at upsconline.nic.in. If already registered, simply log in.
- Access ORA: Navigate to the "Online Recruitment Application (ORA) for Various Recruitment Posts" section and select Advt No. 51/2026.
- Fill Application Details: Enter all required personal, educational, and experience details accurately. Ensure experience details match your supporting certificates perfectly.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, photo ID proof, and all essential educational/experience certificates in PDF format as prescribed.
- Pay Application Fee: Candidates (except fee-exempt categories) must pay the ₹25/- fee online or generate an SBI challan for cash payment.
- Final Submission: Review the entire application. Submit the form before 14 August 2026 (18:00 HRS) and take a printout of the finally submitted application for future reference.
Last Date to Apply: 14 August 2026 (06:00 PM)
UPSC Recruitment 2026 – Official Links
| Apply Online (ORA Registration) | Registration Portal |
| Download Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Official UPSC Website | upsc.gov.in |
