UPSC Recruitment 2026: Notification Released for 828 Principal & Vice Principal Posts, Apply Online
New Delhi: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Special Advertisement No. 51/2026 inviting online applications for recruitment to 828 Principal and Vice Principal posts in the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 25 July 2026 to 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM).
The recruitment includes 124 Principal posts and 704 Vice Principal posts. A Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) will be conducted on 1 November 2026 for shortlisting candidates for interview.
UPSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 51/2026 |
| Posts | Principal & Vice Principal |
| Total Vacancies | 828 |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 25 July 2026 |
| Last Date | 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Recruitment Test | 01 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal | 124 |
| Vice Principal | 704 |
| Total | 828 |
Principal Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
- Master's Degree from a recognized University.
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.).
Experience
- Minimum 10 years of teaching experience as:
- Vice Principal, OR
- Post Graduate Teacher (PGT), OR
- Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT)
Age Limit
- General/EWS – 50 Years
- OBC – 53 Years
- SC/ST – 55 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per Government rules.
Salary
Level-12 Pay Matrix (7th CPC)
Vice Principal Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
- Master's Degree
- B.Ed.
Experience
- 2 Years as Post Graduate Teacher (PGT)
- OR
- 3 Years as Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT)
Age Limit
- General/EWS – 35 Years
- OBC – 38 Years
- SC/ST – 40 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per Government rules.
Salary
Level-10 Pay Matrix (7th CPC)
Important Dates
| Notification Release | 25 July 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Application Begins | 25 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Combined Recruitment Test | 01 November 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS (Male) | ₹25 |
| Women Candidates | Nil |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
Selection Process
- Combined Recruitment Test (CRT)
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
How to Apply
- Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Portal.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR).
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload all required documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the application before 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM).
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Why This Recruitment is Important?
This is one of the biggest education recruitment drives announced by UPSC in recent years. With 828 Group 'A' Gazetted posts, candidates having teaching and administrative experience have an excellent opportunity to secure a prestigious government position in the Delhi Education Department.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in UPSC Recruitment 2026?
Answer: A total of 828 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Answer: 14 August 2026 (6:00 PM).
Q3. When will the Recruitment Test be conducted?
Answer: 01 November 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee?
Answer: ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS Male candidates. Women, SC/ST and PwBD candidates are exempted.
Q5. What is the salary of Principal and Vice Principal?
Answer: Principal: Level-12 Pay Matrix, Vice Principal: Level-10 Pay Matrix under the 7th CPC.
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