UPSC Principal Recruitment 2026 – 124 Posts | Level-12 Salary | Delhi Government Schools
Union Public Service Commission has invited applications for the post of Principal in the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi. Vacancy No. 26075101725.
The application deadline was 14 August 2026, 6:00 PM.
📌 UPSC Principal Recruitment 2026 – Quick Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Advertisement | Special Advertisement No. 51/2026 |
| Vacancy Number | 26075101725 |
| Post | Principal |
| Number of Posts | 124 |
| Department | Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment / Recruitment by Selection |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Period | 25 July 2026 to 14 August 2026, 6:00 PM |
📊 UPSC Principal Vacancy Details
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 69 |
| EWS | 11 |
| OBC | 18 |
| SC | 16 |
| ST | 10 |
| Total | 124 Posts |
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Master's Degree from a recognised University or Institute.
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from a recognised University or Institute.
- Minimum 10 years of teaching experience in the specified capacity as mentioned in the official recruitment advertisement.
👨🏫 Experience Requirement
Candidates should carefully verify the exact experience requirement and acceptable service categories from the detailed UPSC advertisement before submitting an application. The recruitment information indicates experience involving positions such as Vice Principal, Post Graduate Teacher (PGT) and/or Trained Graduate Teacher (TGT) as specified in the recruitment conditions.
🎂 Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 50 Years |
| OBC | 53 Years |
| SC / ST | 55 Years |
Age relaxation and other concessions should be verified from the detailed official UPSC notification and Government of India rules.
💰 Salary, Pay Scale & Benefits
Principal Salary
7th CPC Pay Level-12
Basic Pay Matrix:
₹78,800 to ₹2,09,200
🎁 Possible Service Benefits
- Dearness Allowance as applicable.
- House Rent Allowance according to applicable rules.
- Transport and other admissible allowances.
- Government service benefits subject to applicable service rules.
- Career progression opportunities according to the relevant cadre and service regulations.
- Long-term government employment benefits subject to prevailing rules.
📝 Recruitment Type & Selection Process
Not a Contract Job.
Not a Walk-in Interview.
Not a Deputation-only vacancy.
🎯 Selection Process
- Online application and eligibility screening.
- Recruitment / Combined Recruitment Test as applicable under UPSC recruitment procedures.
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates according to the prescribed criteria.
- Interview / Personality assessment where applicable.
- Document verification.
- Final merit and appointment procedure.
Candidates must rely on the detailed UPSC advertisement and future official notices for the final examination, interview, shortlisting and merit methodology.
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS Male Candidates | ₹25 |
| Women Candidates | Exempted as per applicable notification rules |
| SC / ST Candidates | Exempted as per applicable notification rules |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted as per applicable notification rules |
📝 How to Apply Online – Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal. Use only the official UPSC website or official ORA portal.
- Create or access your UPSC registration/profile. Complete the required common registration information carefully.
- Search for Special Advertisement No. 51/2026. Locate the recruitment advertisement and select the correct vacancy.
- Select Vacancy No. 26075101725. This vacancy number is specifically for the Principal post.
- Enter personal and educational details. Ensure that your name, date of birth and qualifications match your official certificates.
- Enter teaching and service experience correctly. Experience details should match supporting certificates and official records.
- Upload required documents. Upload photograph, signature and other documents only in the format and size specified by UPSC.
- Check fee eligibility. Pay ₹25 only if the application fee is applicable to your category.
- Review the complete application. Check spelling, category, qualifications, experience and vacancy number before final submission.
- Submit and save confirmation. Download or print the final submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.
📂 Documents Checklist
- Valid photo identity document.
- Recent photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
- Master's Degree certificate and marksheets.
- B.Ed. certificate and supporting documents.
- Teaching/service experience certificates.
- Date of birth proof.
- Caste certificate, if applicable.
- EWS certificate, if applicable.
- OBC certificate in the prescribed format, if applicable.
- PwBD certificate, if applicable.
- Any other document specifically requested by UPSC.
🚨 Important Instructions & Fraud Warning
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- UPSC recruitment information should always be verified from official UPSC sources.
- Do not share OTP, passwords, bank PINs or confidential login credentials.
- Do not trust unofficial social-media screenshots without checking the official notice.
- Employment News Alerts does not conduct recruitment, collect application fees or guarantee employment.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many Principal posts are available?
There are 124 vacancies for the Principal post under Vacancy No. 26075101725.
Which organisation is conducting the recruitment?
The recruitment advertisement is issued through the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).
Where is the posting location?
The post is under the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi.
What is the salary?
The Principal post carries Pay Level-12 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with basic pay ranging from ₹78,800 to ₹2,09,200.
Is this a contract job?
The recruitment is described as direct recruitment/recruitment by selection and should not be confused with a contractual walk-in vacancy.
What was the last date to apply?
The online application deadline was 14 August 2026 at 6:00 PM.
Is there an application fee?
The reported application fee is ₹25 for applicable candidates, with exemptions for specified categories including Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates according to notification rules.
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