UPESSC Headmaster Recruitment 2026 - 1,172 Posts (Advt 09/2026)
Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC)
Uttar Pradesh - Uttar Pradesh
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headmaster (Boys schools) | — | — | 30–62 | — | 1,037 |
| Headmaster (Girls schools) | — | — | 30–62 | — | 135 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,172 | ||||
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1,172 |
| Total | 1,172 |
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UPESSC Headmaster Important Dates 2026
UPESSC Headmaster Application Fee 2026
Rs. 1,500 (all categories)
UPESSC Headmaster Age Limit 2026
Minimum Age
30 Years
Maximum Age
62 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
UPESSC Headmaster Salary / Pay Scale 2026
As per UPESSC pay matrix
UPESSC Headmaster Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headmaster (Boys schools) | 1037 | UPESSC pay matrix | Master's + B.Ed | As prescribed | 62 yrs |
| 2 | Headmaster (Girls schools) | 135 | UPESSC pay matrix | Master's + B.Ed | As prescribed | 62 yrs |
| Total Vacancies | 1,172 | |||||
UPESSC Headmaster Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Master's Degree with minimum 50% marks from a recognised university.
- B.Ed from a recognised university.
- Teaching experience as prescribed in Advt 09/2026.
- Age 30 to 62 years as on 01-07-2026; relaxation as per UP rules.
- Essential qualifications must be completed on or before the prescribed cut-off date.
UPESSC Headmaster Qualification / Education
UPESSC Headmaster Job Details & Overview
UPESSC has invited online applications for Headmaster posts in aided secondary schools under Advt No. 09/2026.
Vacancies: 1,172 posts (Headmaster - Boys 1,037 and Girls posts as per the notification).
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 23-10-2026 |
| Last date for registration and fee | 22-11-2026 |
| Correction window | 25-11-2026 |
| Written examination | 07-01-2027 |
Eligibility: Master's Degree with minimum 50% marks and B.Ed from a recognised university, plus teaching experience as prescribed in the notification. Age 30 to 62 years as on 01-07-2026.
Application fee: Rs. 1,500 for all categories (General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST and PwD), payable online.
Selection: Written examination followed by the subsequent stages prescribed by UPESSC. The exam is scheduled for 07-01-2027; exam city and admit card details will be announced before the exam.
How to apply: Online only through apply.upessc.org. Candidates should keep the application printout and fee receipt for future reference.
Position-wise vacancy breakup
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Headmaster (Boys schools) | 1,037 |
| Headmaster (Girls schools) | 135 |
| Total | 1,172 |
Category reservation: all posts are unreserved — the notification states that no post is reserved for any category.
UPESSC Headmaster Important Links
Walk-in / Offline
Apply online at https://apply.upessc.org from 23/10/2026 to 22/11/2026. Correction window up to 25/11/2026.
Download Notification
/uploads/notifications/upessc-headmaster-09-2026-notice.pdf
Official Website
https://apply.upessc.org/
UPESSC Headmaster Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 1,172 |
| Total | 1,172 |
How to Apply for UPESSC Headmaster Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC)'s UPESSC Headmaster Recruitment 2026 - 1,172 Posts (Advt 09/2026) before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 (all categories) online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Submit the form before 22 Nov 2026 and save the confirmation page and fee receipt.
UPESSC Headmaster Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
UPESSC Headmaster Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission (UPESSC) notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 22 Nov 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is UPESSC Headmaster Recruitment 2026 - 1,172 Posts (Advt 09/2026)?
UPESSC Headmaster Recruitment 2026 - 1,172 Posts (Advt 09/2026) is a government recruitment notification published by Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026 start on 23 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026 is 22 November 2026.
What is the application fee for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026?
Rs. 1,500 (all categories)
What is the age limit for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026 is 62 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026?
Master's Degree (50%) + B.Ed + teaching experience
How to apply for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Uttar Pradesh Education Services Selection Commission Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.