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UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 – 111 Vacancies for Degree College Principal Posts, Apply Online

Uttar Pradesh · Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj

Job Summary

BoardUttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj
StateUttar Pradesh
Qualification89
SalaryLevel-14, Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200
Apply ModeOnline
Last Date23 Aug 2026
Apply on Official Website

Age Limit

Post Age Limit Cut-off Date
Principal Maximum 62 years 01 July 2026
The notification does not specify any age relaxation for reserved categories for this recruitment, as the reservation for these 111 posts has been indicated as Nil by the requisitioning authority.

Application Fee

Category Application Fee
General/Unreserved/OBC/EWS and Others Rs. 3,000/-
SC/ST Rs. 3,000/-
Divyangjan (PwBD) Rs. 3,000/-
The application fee can be paid online through Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking. Fees once paid are non-refundable.

Selection Process

Stage Process
Written Examination 360 marks (120 objective-type multiple-choice questions). Includes Part A General Knowledge and Part B Administrative Aptitude Test. 3 marks for each correct answer, 1 mark deducted for each incorrect/multiple answer (negative marking).
Interview 40 marks. Only candidates securing a minimum Research Score of 110 will be considered eligible. Shortlisted candidates must indicate college-wise preference/priority order at the time of interview.

Salary

Post Name Pay Scale
Principal Level-14, Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200

Documents Required

  • Scanned Photograph
  • Scanned Signature
  • Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Driving License, etc.)
  • Educational Qualification Certificates (Ph.D. degree, etc.)
  • Experience Certificates (minimum 15 years as Professor/Associate Professor)
  • Proof of Research Publications (at least 10 in peer-reviewed/UGC-listed journals)
  • Academic Performance Indicator (API) score computation as per Annexure-2
  • Disability Certificate (if applicable, as per Annexure-3 format)
  • Declaration format for women candidates (as per Annexure-5)
  • Affidavit format (as per Annexure-6)

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official website of Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC) at www.upessc.up.gov.in.
  2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if you are a new user.
  3. Locate Advertisement No. 02/2026 for Principal posts and click on the "Apply Online" link.
  4. Fill in all the required details accurately in the online application form.
  5. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and other necessary documents as per the specified format and size.
  6. Proceed to pay the application fee online using Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking.
  7. Review your application form carefully for any errors or omissions before the last date for corrections.
  8. Submit the final application form and take a printout of the submitted application for your records.

FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026?

Ans: There are a total of 111 Principal vacancies, with 89 posts in Co-education Colleges and 22 posts in Women's Colleges.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for UPESSC Principal posts?

Ans: The last date for correction in the online application is 23 August 2026. The last date to submit the online application fee is 20 August 2026.

Q3. What is the application fee for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The application fee for all categories, including General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and Divyangjan, is Rs. 3,000/-.

Q4. What are the essential educational qualifications for the Principal post?

Ans: Candidates must hold a Ph.D. degree, have a minimum of 15 years' teaching/research experience as a Professor or Associate Professor, at least 10 research publications, and a minimum 110 Research Score (API).

Q5. What is the age limit for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The maximum age limit for the Principal post is 62 years as on 01 July 2026. No age relaxation is specified for any category.

Q6. What is the selection process for UPESSC Principal posts?

Ans: The selection process involves a Written Examination carrying 360 marks, followed by an Interview carrying 40 marks.

Important Links

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