UPESSC UP Headmaster Online Form 2026 - 1172 Posts
Senior teachers in UP's high schools now have a route to the Headmaster's chair. Under Advt No. 09/2026, the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, is filling 1,172 Headmaster posts in Madhyamik schools: 1,037 in Balak institutions and 135 in Balika institutions. One detail sets this notice apart from the Principal recruitment running alongside it: a B.P.Ed is accepted in place of a B.Ed, which opens the door for physical education teachers with the right PG and experience. Registration runs from 23 October 2026 to 22 November 2026, and the exam is scheduled for 7 January 2027. The sections below cover eligibility, age, fee and the application steps.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Headmaster (Balak) | 1037 |
| Headmaster (Balika) | 135 |
Eligibility
As printed under the Balak row, you need a Master's degree with at least 50% marks, either a B.Ed or a B.P.Ed, and 4 years of experience. All three conditions apply together, so a strong PG score alone will not carry an application without the experience. Before registering, confirm your PG percentage on the final marksheet, and collect appointment letters and service certificates that clearly show your period of work. B.P.Ed holders should keep that degree certificate handy, since it is the qualification that distinguishes this post. The Balika row (135 posts) carries no separate eligibility in the summary; it may mirror the Balak terms, but check the official Advt 09/2026 notification to be sure.
The permitted age range is 30 to 62 years, measured on 1 July 2026. If you turned 30 only after that date, you are outside the limit for this cycle even if your experience is complete. Relaxation, where applicable, follows the UPESSC Headmaster examination rules for Advt 09/2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 23 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Registration | 22 November 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 22 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Correction | 25 November 2026 |
| Exam Date | 7 January 2027 |
| Exam City / Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Answer Key / Result | As per Schedule |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1500 |
| SC / ST | ₹1500 |
| PH (Divyang) | ₹1500 |
Salary / Pay
No pay scale or salary is mentioned in the summary of Advt 09/2026. The official UPESSC notification is the right place to confirm the pay level and allowances for a Headmaster in a Madhyamik school; avoid relying on unsourced figures from forwarded messages.
Selection Process
UPESSC has not listed the selection stages in the summary. The calendar so far: exam on 7 January 2027, exam city intimation and Admit Card before the exam, and the answer key and result as per schedule. Since the gap between the last date and the exam is short, begin your preparation now and track the UPESSC website for the official exam pattern and syllabus.
How to Apply
Begin on the UPESSC apply portal with your OTR registration; if you already created an OTR for the Principal post, the same profile may serve, but confirm on the portal. The Headmaster fee is ₹1500 for every listed category, including SC, ST and PH (Divyang), payable by debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI by 22 November 2026. Errors can be corrected until 25 November 2026. Scan your PG and B.Ed/B.P.Ed marksheets, experience certificates, category certificate, photo and signature beforehand, and keep the final printout after submission.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Headmaster posts does UPESSC Advt 09/2026 have?
1,172 posts: 1,037 for Balak institutions and 135 for Balika institutions.
Can B.P.Ed holders apply for the Headmaster post?
Yes. The eligibility given for the Balak posts accepts B.Ed or B.P.Ed, along with a Master's degree (50%) and 4 years of experience.
What is the last date to register?
22 November 2026, which is also the fee deadline. Corrections are allowed until 25 November 2026.
What fee do I have to pay?
₹1500, the same for all listed categories, paid online by card, net banking or UPI.
What are the age limit and exam date?
Age 30 to 62 years as on 1 July 2026. The exam is scheduled for 7 January 2027.