Notification Details
Applications Open! Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the notification for Principal & Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 via its Online Registration Application (ORA) system, for a total of 828 posts. Apply online from 25 July – 14 August 2026.
Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Post Names | Principal, Vice Principal |
| Total Vacancies | 828 |
| Application Mode | Online via ORA (Online Registration Application) — upsconline.nic.in/ora |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 25 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Examination Date | 01 November 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
Vacancy Details – Category Wise
| Post | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal | 69 | 18 | 11 | 16 | 10 | 124 |
| Vice Principal | 287 | 189 | 71 | 103 | 54 | 704 |
| Total | 356 | 207 | 82 | 119 | 64 | 828 |
Age Limit (as on 14 August 2026)
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Principal | 50 Years |
| Vice Principal | 35 Years |
Age relaxation for OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PH as per UPSC rules.
Educational Qualification
- Principal: Master’s degree from a recognized Indian university with 10 years’ relevant experience
- Vice Principal: Master’s degree from a recognized Indian university with 2 years’ experience as PGT Teacher OR 3 years’ experience as TGT Teacher
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹25 |
| SC / ST / PH | Free |
Selection Process
- Online Application (ORA) – via upsconline.nic.in/ora (25 Jul – 14 Aug 2026)
- Common Recruitment Test (CRT) – Pen & paper-based, 01 November 2026
- Document Verification / Interview – for shortlisted candidates
- Final Merit List & Appointment
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC ORA portal: upsconline.nic.in/ora
- Register with basic details and generate login credentials
- Fill in the Principal & Vice Principal 2026 application form
- Upload scanned photo, signature, and required documents
- Pay application fee online (where applicable)
- Submit and download the final application form for future reference
Required Documents
- Master’s degree certificate & marksheets
- Experience certificates (PGT/TGT teaching experience or relevant experience for Principal)
- Class 10th certificate (date of birth proof)
- Caste certificate (OBC/SC/ST if applicable)
- EWS certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size photographs
- Valid photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID)
Pro Tip: With 828 vacancies, this is a rare large-scale UPSC recruitment for school leadership posts. Vice Principal aspirants (704 posts, the bulk of vacancies) should ensure their PGT/TGT teaching experience certificates are precisely documented in years, as UPSC strictly verifies minimum experience criteria. Principal candidates nearing the 50-year age cap should apply promptly, since the ORA window is comparatively short at about three weeks.
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