UPESSC UP Principal Inter Level Online Form 2026 - 1475 Posts
This recruitment is aimed at experienced teachers who are ready to lead an intermediate college. The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has issued Advt No. 08/2026 for 1,475 Principal (Inter Level) posts in UP's Madhyamik schools. Of these, 1,318 posts are in Balak (boys') institutions and 157 in Balika (girls') institutions. Unlike most teaching vacancies, this one has a high minimum age and asks for years of work behind you, so freshers will not qualify. Registration opened on 23 October 2026 and closes on 22 November 2026, and the written exam is fixed for 7 January 2027. Here is what you need to check before you register.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Principal Inter Level (Balak) | 1318 |
| Principal Inter Level (Balika) | 157 |
Eligibility
For the Balak posts, the notification summary asks for three things together: a Master's degree with at least 50% marks, a B.Ed, and 4 years of experience. Look at your PG marksheet first; if your aggregate is below 50%, check the notification for any category relaxation before applying. Gather proof of your teaching or administrative experience in a format the commission will accept, such as appointment and service certificates signed by the competent authority. If you are aiming for one of the 157 Balika posts, the summary does not print separate eligibility. It is likely similar, but treat that as unconfirmed and read the official Advt 08/2026 notification on the UPESSC website.
Candidates must be between 30 and 62 years of age as on 1 July 2026. The lower limit of 30 matches the experience requirement, and the upper limit is unusually high, which leaves room for senior lecturers. Age relaxation applies as per the UPESSC Principal examination rules under Advt 08/2026.
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 | ₹2000 |
| SC / ST | ₹2000 |
| PH (Divyang) | ₹2000 |
Salary / Pay
The summary of Advt 08/2026 does not state a pay scale or salary for the Principal post. Check the official UPESSC notification for the pay level and allowances before you form any expectations, and be wary of salary figures circulating on messaging groups that cite no source.
Selection Process
The stages of selection are not listed in the notification summary. What is fixed is the exam date, 7 January 2027, with exam city details and the Admit Card due before the exam and the answer key and result as per schedule. Use the weeks after registration to revise school administration, education policy and subject content, and watch the UPESSC website for the exam pattern.
How to Apply
You first need an OTR registration on the UPESSC apply portal; the Principal form opens only after that. The fee is ₹2000, the same for General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST and PH (Divyang) candidates as listed, payable by debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI. The fee deadline is 22 November 2026, and you can correct mistakes until 25 November 2026. Keep scanned copies of your PG and B.Ed marksheets, experience certificates, category certificate if any, photo and signature. Apply a few days early, since the portal tends to slow down near the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Principal posts are in UPESSC Advt 08/2026?
1,475 posts in total: 1,318 in Balak institutions and 157 in Balika institutions.
What qualification do I need?
A Master's degree with at least 50% marks, a B.Ed and 4 years of experience, as given for the Balak posts. Balika eligibility should be checked in the notification.
What is the age limit?
30 to 62 years as on 1 July 2026, with relaxation as per UPESSC rules.
How much is the fee?
₹2000 for every listed category, paid online by card, net banking or UPI.
When is the exam?
The exam is scheduled for 7 January 2027. Registration closes on 22 November 2026 and corrections close on 25 November 2026.