UPESSC Principal Online Form 2026 - 111 Posts Apply
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has opened online applications for 111 Principal posts in government-aided degree colleges under the 02/2026 advertisement. If you hold a PhD with the required teaching and administrative experience, this is a direct route to a Principal-level appointment in UP higher education. The application window runs from 21 July 2026 to 20 August 2026, with the fee payable up to the same date and a correction facility open until 23 August 2026. The written exam is scheduled for 24 September 2026. Full details on vacancies, eligibility, important dates, application fee, pay, selection process, and how to apply are given below.
Vacancy Details
| Total Posts | 111 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | You must hold a PhD degree in the relevant discipline along with about 15 years of teaching/research/administrative experience, as prescribed for the Principal post. Additional academic and eligibility conditions apply, so read the official UPESSC notification carefully before applying. |
| Age Limit | The maximum age limit is 62 years, calculated as on 01/06/2026. Age relaxation is allowed as per the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) rules for the Principal post. Check the notification for category-wise relaxation before applying. |
| Age Relaxation | Maximum age 62 years as on 01/06/2026; relaxation as per UPESSC rules. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Application Start | 21 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 20 August 2026 |
| Correction Window Closes | 23 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | 24 September 2026 |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹3,000 |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹3,000 |
Salary / Pay
The official notification does not state a specific pay figure on the source page, so treat pay as indicative and refer to the official notification. College Principal posts of this kind are customarily placed in the UGC Academic Pay Level (7th CPC) with the applicable allowances, but you should confirm the exact pay scale and in-hand salary from the UPESSC advertisement 02/2026.
Selection Process
The source page lists an exam date of 24 September 2026 but does not spell out every selection stage. Based on that, selection is expected to be through a written examination followed by document verification, as per UPESSC norms. Refer to the official notification for the confirmed selection process and any interview or screening step.
How to Apply
Apply online only through the UPESSC OTR portal at principalhe.upessc.org/otr. The application window is 21 July 2026 to 20 August 2026, with fee payment due by 20 August 2026 and a correction window open until 23 August 2026. Steps: complete the One Time Registration (OTR), log in, fill the application form, upload your photo, signature and required documents, pay the fee online, and submit. Take a printout of the final form for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Principal posts are there in UPESSC 2026?
There are 111 Principal posts under UPESSC advertisement 02/2026. The college-wise breakup is available in the vacancy list PDF on the official website.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 20 August 2026. Corrections can be made up to 23 August 2026.
What qualification is required?
You need a PhD degree in the relevant subject along with about 15 years of experience. Read the official notification for the full eligibility conditions.
What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹3,000 for all categories - General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST and PH - payable online by 20 August 2026.
When is the UPESSC Principal exam?
The exam is scheduled for 24 September 2026. Confirm the final selection process from the official notification.