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UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 – 111 Vacancies in Aided Degree Colleges
Golden Opportunity for Experienced Academicians! Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC) has released Advertisement No. 02/2026 for the recruitment of 111 Principals in government-aided degree colleges across Uttar Pradesh. This is a prestigious Sarkari Naukri with pay scale Level-14 (Rs. 1.44 – 2.18 lakh per month). Online applications start from 21 July 2026. Don't miss this chance to lead higher education institutions in UP.
Quick Summary – UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026
| Organization | Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Post Name | Principal (Prachary) – Aided Degree Colleges |
| Total Vacancies | 111 (89 Co-ed + 22 Women's Colleges) |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 August 2026 |
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
| Mode of Application | Online (OTR-based) |
Why Apply for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026?
- Job Security: Government-aided college Principal post under Uttar Pradesh Higher Education Department.
- Attractive Salary: Pay Level-14 (Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200) as per 7th CPC.
- Career Growth: Five-year tenure with possible extension, reverting to Professor post after tenure.
- Prestigious Role: Lead academic and administrative functions of degree colleges.
UPESSC Principal Vacancy 2026 – Detailed Breakdown
| College Type | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Co-education Colleges | 89 |
| Women's Colleges | 22 |
| Total | 111 |
College-wise vacancy list (Sarani-01) is available in the official notification PDF. Candidates should refer to pages 9–13 for complete details of individual colleges, location, and category.
Eligibility Criteria – UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026
Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026)
Maximum 62 years. No age relaxation specified as reservation for these posts is nil.
Educational Qualification
- Ph.D. degree from a recognized university.
- Minimum 15 years of teaching/research service as Professor or Associate Professor in universities/colleges/higher education institutions.
- At least 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed journals.
- Minimum Research Score of 110 as per API format (Annexure-2).
For Law colleges, BCI norms apply. For B.Ed. colleges, NCTE norms apply.
Experience Requirement
15 years (180 months) of teaching/research/administrative experience at associate professor/professor level.
UPESSC Principal Selection Process & Exam Pattern 2026
The selection consists of a Written Examination (360 marks) and Interview (40 marks). Only candidates with 110+ Research Score are eligible.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part A | General Knowledge (Current Affairs, Polity, History, Economy, Geography, ICT) | 40 | 120 |
| Part B | Administrative Aptitude (Indian Culture, Educational History, Higher Education System, Governance, Acts, Financial Management) | 80 | 240 |
| Total | 120 | 360 | |
Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for each incorrect answer. Interview carries 40 marks. Difficulty: 50% average, 30% difficult, 20% most difficult.
How to Apply for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website: upessc.up.gov.in
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) – mandatory before applying.
- Log in and fill the online application form for Principal post (Advertisement No. 02/2026).
- Upload scanned photo (30-300 KB, 300-600 pixels), signature (10-200 KB, 140x110 pixels), and required documents (PDF, 50-500 KB each).
- Pay application fee of Rs. 3,000 via Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking.
- Submit the form finally and take printout for future reference.
Important: Last date for fee payment is 20 August 2026. Correction window opens till 23 August 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026
1. What is the total number of vacancies for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026?
There are 111 Principal posts: 89 in Co-education Colleges and 22 in Women's Colleges across Uttar Pradesh.
2. What is the last date to apply for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026?
The online application closes on 20 August 2026. Fee payment also closes on the same date.
3. What qualifications are required for the Principal post in UPESSC?
Candidates must hold a Ph.D., have at least 15 years' teaching/research experience as Professor/Associate Professor, minimum 10 publications, and a Research Score of 110.
4. What is the age limit for UPESSC Principal Recruitment?
Maximum age is 62 years as on 01 July 2026. No age relaxation is mentioned for this recruitment.
5. What is the application fee for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026?
The fee is Rs. 3,000 for all categories – General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and Divyangjan. Payment is online only.
6. What is the selection process for UPESSC Principal?
Selection is through a written exam (360 marks, 120 MCQs) followed by an interview (40 marks). Negative marking applies.
7. Is there any reservation for this recruitment?
As per the official notification, reservation details have been indicated as Nil for these 111 posts. However, suitable posts for Divyangjan sub-categories are identified.
8. What is the salary for UPESSC Principal?
The pay scale is Level-14: Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 per month.