Last updated: 20 Aug 2026Official Notificationfull_time
UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 – 111 Posts in Aided Degree Colleges
Higher Education / Teaching
Uttar Pradesh - Prayagraj
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The last date to apply was 20 Aug 2026. Applications are no longer accepted for this post.
| Position | Code | Grade | Age | Last Date | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal (Co-Education Degree Colleges) | — | — | — | 20 Aug 2026 | 89 |
| Principal (Women's Degree Colleges) | — | — | — | 20 Aug 2026 | 22 |
| Total Vacancies | 111 | ||||
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UPESSC Principal Important Dates 2026
Application Start Date21 Jul 2026
Last Date to Apply20 Aug 2026
UPESSC Principal Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Level-14: Rs.1,44,200 - 2,18,200
UPESSC Principal Post Details
| S.No. | Position Title | Vacancies | Salary | Qualifications | Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Principal (Co-Education Degree Colleges) | 89 | — | Ph.D + 15 yrs experience as Professor/Assoc Prof; Min 10 publications; API Score 110 | — | — |
| 2 | Principal (Women's Degree Colleges) | 22 | — | Ph.D + 15 yrs experience as Professor/Assoc Prof; Min 10 publications; API Score 110 | — | — |
| Total Vacancies | 111 | |||||
UPESSC Principal Eligibility Criteria 2026
Ph.D + 15 yrs experience as Professor/Assoc Prof; Min 10 publications; API Score 110; Max age 62 as on 01/07/2026
UPESSC Principal Job Details & Overview
Important Links
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- Apply Online: https://principalhe.upessc.org/otr/ +
- Download Notification: https://upessc.up.gov.in/Notice/3e23-9b4f-4145-8397-89fe.pdf +
Higher Education / Teaching Vacancy Details 2026
+| Institution Type | +Vacancies | +
|---|---|
| Co-Education Degree Colleges | 89 |
| Women's Degree Colleges | 22 |
| Total | 111 |
Higher Education / Teaching Salary / Pay Scale 2026
+Level-14: Rs. 1,44,200 – Rs. 2,18,200
+ +Higher Education / Teaching Eligibility Criteria 2026
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- Educational Qualification: Ph.D. degree from a recognized university +
- Experience: Minimum 15 years of teaching/research experience as Associate Professor/Professor in universities, colleges, or higher education institutions +
- Research: Minimum 10 research publications in UGC/State listed peer-reviewed journals +
- API Score: Minimum 110 Research Score (as per API Table-2 in notification) +
- Age Limit: Maximum 62 years as on 01 July 2026 +
Higher Education / Teaching Application Fee 2026
+Rs. 3,000/- for all categories (General/OBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwD) — Non-refundable. Payable online via Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking.
+ +Higher Education / Teaching Important Dates 2026
+| Event | +Date | +
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 21 July 2026 |
| Online Registration (OTR) / Application Start | 21 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 20 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Correction | 23 August 2026 |
| Written Examination | 24 September 2026 |
Higher Education / Teaching Selection Process 2026
+| Stage | +Details | +Marks | +
|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 120 MCQ questions (Part A: General Knowledge 40 Q + Part B: Administrative Aptitude Test 80 Q). +3 for correct, -1 for wrong. | 360 |
| Interview | Shortlisted candidates called for interview. Must submit college-wise preference order. | 40 |
| Total | 400 |
How to Apply for Higher Education / Teaching Recruitment 2026
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- Visit the official website: www.upessc.up.gov.in +
- Complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) process +
- Log in using OTR credentials +
- Fill the online application form in English (API proforma may be filled in Roman script) +
- Upload scanned photo (30–300 KB), signature (10–200 KB), and certificates (50–500 KB PDF) +
- Pay application fee of Rs. 3,000 online +
- Review and submit the application +
- Download and print at least 3 hard copies for future reference +
Important Points
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- Appointment as Principal is for a tenure of 5 years, extendable for a second 5-year term based on performance +
- After tenure, the incumbent reverts to their substantive Professor post +
- No vertical or horizontal reservation indicated for this recruitment cycle +
- Knowledge of Hindi is required +
- Candidates must have valid personal Email ID and Mobile Number +
- The application form must be filled in English +
UPESSC Principal Important Links
How to Apply for UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Higher Education / Teaching's UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 – 111 Posts in Aided Degree Colleges before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Higher Education / Teaching recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the applicable application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Note: the last date to apply was 20 Aug 2026, so online applications for this post are now closed.
UPESSC Principal 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 Principal Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Higher Education / Teaching recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Higher Education / Teaching notification before submitting.
- 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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Official Notification (PDF)
Download Official Notification PDFPosted: 21 Jul 2026Source: upessc.up.gov.inVia: pdf
UPESSC Principal Recruitment FAQs
What is UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 – 111 Posts in Aided Degree Colleges?
UPESSC Principal Recruitment 2026 – 111 Posts in Aided Degree Colleges 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 21 July 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 20 August 2026.
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.