Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC) has announced the recruitment of 111 Principal posts in government‑aided degree colleges across Uttar Pradesh. The online application process starts on 21 July 2026 and the written examination is slated for 24 September 2026.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Post Name |
Principal (Prachary) – Aided Degree Colleges, Higher Education |
| Total Vacancies |
111 (89 Co‑education Colleges + 22 Women’s Colleges) |
| Application Mode |
Online only (OTR‑based) |
| Start Date |
21 July 2026 |
| Last Date |
20 August 2026 |
| Official Website |
www.upessc.up.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
| Organization |
Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Advertisement Number |
02/2026 |
| Post Name |
Principal (Prachary) – Aided Degree Colleges, Higher Education |
| Total Vacancies |
111 |
| Mode of Application |
Online only (OTR‑based) |
| Age Limit |
Maximum 62 years as on 01 July 2026 |
| Educational Qualification |
Ph.D.; minimum 15 years teaching/research service as Professor/Associate Professor; at least 10 research publications in peer‑reviewed/UGC‑listed journals; minimum 110 Research Score (API) |
| Salary/Pay Scale |
Level‑14, Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 |
Vacancy Details
| College Type |
Number of Posts |
| Co‑education Colleges |
89 |
| Women’s Colleges |
22 |
| Total |
111 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: Maximum 62 years as on 01 July 2026. No age relaxation mentioned for reserved categories.
- Educational Qualification: Ph.D. degree with a minimum of 15 years teaching/research experience as Professor or Associate Professor in a university/college/higher education institution.
- Research Requirements: At least 10 research publications in peer‑reviewed/UGC‑listed journals and a minimum 110 Research Score (API) as per Annexure‑2.
- Additional Norms: For Law college principals, eligibility follows Bar Council of India norms; for Teacher Training (B.Ed.) colleges, eligibility follows NCTE norms.
Pay Scale & Salary
The post carries the Level‑14 pay scale: Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 per month.
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
| General/Unreserved/OBC/EWS and Others |
Rs. 3,000/- |
| SC/ST |
Rs. 3,000/- |
| Divyangjan (PwBD) |
Rs. 3,000/- |
Fee can be paid online via Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking. The fee is non‑refundable and is considered accepted only after bank confirmation.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Publication Date |
21 July 2026 |
| Online Registration / Application Start Date |
21 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application Fee |
20 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction in Online Application |
23 August 2026 |
| Written Examination Date |
24 September 2026 |
Selection Process
- Written Examination (120 objective‑type questions, 360 marks)
- Interview (subjective, 40 marks)
- Final merit list prepared on the basis of total marks obtained in the written exam and interview.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPESSC website (www.upessc.up.gov.in).
- Click on the “Online Application” (OTR) link for the Principal recruitment.
- Register yourself by providing a valid email address and mobile number.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, etc.).
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 3,000/- through Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking.
- Submit the application before the last date (20 August 2026) and note down the confirmation number.
- Print the self‑attested copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the last date to submit the online application?
The last date to submit the online application fee is 20 August 2026.
- What is the maximum age limit for this post?
The maximum age limit is 62 years as on 01 July 2026.
- What are the educational qualifications required?
A Ph.D. degree with at least 15 years of teaching/research experience, a minimum of 10 research publications, and a Research Score of at least 110 (API) are mandatory.
- What is the pay scale for the Principal post?
The pay scale is Level‑14: Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 per month.
- How many vacancies are there and how are they distributed?
There are 111 vacancies: 89 in co‑education colleges and 22 in women’s colleges.
- What is the selection procedure?
Selection is based on a written examination of 360 marks followed by an interview of 40 marks. The final merit list is prepared based on the combined score.
