The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the official notification for the recruitment of 828 Principal and Vice-Principal posts in the Education Department of the Government of NCT of Delhi.
This is a prestigious opportunity for experienced educators to secure a senior administrative role in Delhi's education sector. The recruitment offers 124 Principal and 704 Vice-Principal positions across various categories.
The online application process starts on 25 July 2026 and the last date to apply is 14 August 2026. The application fee is only ₹25 (exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Female candidates). Read below for complete details including category-wise vacancy breakdown, eligibility, selection process, salary, and step-by-step application instructions.
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 51/2026 |
| Department | Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi |
| Post Names | Principal & Vice-Principal |
| Total Vacancies | 828 (Principal: 124, Vice-Principal: 704) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Date | 21 July 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release | 25 July 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 July 2026 |
| Online Application End Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Admit Card | Will be intimated |
| Written Exam Date | To be announced |
| Interview Dates | To be announced |
| Result Date | Will be updated here |
Candidates are advised to verify all dates from the official UPSC website.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 25/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil (₹ 0/-) |
| All Female Candidates | Nil (₹ 0/-) |
Payment modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, etc.
| Post | General/EWS | OBC | SC/ST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Principal | Up to 50 years | Up to 53 years | Up to 55 years |
| Vice-Principal | Up to 35 years | Up to 38 years | Up to 40 years |
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.
| Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 37 | 32 | 69 |
| EWS | 07 | 04 | 11 |
| OBC | 07 | 11 | 18 |
| SC | 13 | 03 | 16 |
| ST | 08 | 02 | 10 |
| Total | 72 | 52 | 124 |
| Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | 150 | 137 | 287 |
| EWS | 37 | 34 | 71 |
| OBC | 96 | 93 | 189 |
| SC | 52 | 51 | 103 |
| ST | 29 | 25 | 54 |
| Total | 364 | 340 | 704 |
Educational Qualification & Experience:
| Post | Qualification & Experience Required |
|---|---|
| Principal | Master's Degree + Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) + 10 years of teaching experience as PGT or TGT |
| Vice-Principal | Master's Degree + Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) + 2 years experience as PGT OR 3 years experience as TGT |
Age Limit (as on 14 August 2026):
Nationality:
The selection process will consist of the following stages:
| Post | Approximate Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Principal | ₹ 78,800 (Approx.) |
| Vice-Principal | ₹ 56,100 (Approx.) |
In addition to the basic pay, employees are entitled to various allowances as per government norms.
Follow these steps to submit your online application:
Step 1: Visit the Official Portal
Step 2: Register/Login
Step 3: Find the Notification
Step 4: Fill the Application Form
Step 5: Upload Documents
Step 6: Pay the Fee
Step 7: Review and Submit
Step 8: Print Confirmation
Ans: A total of 828 vacancies are available – 124 for Principal and 704 for Vice-Principal.
Ans: The last date for online application is 14 August 2026.
Ans: The online application process will commence on 25 July 2026.
Ans: The application fee is ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS candidates. SC/ST/PwBD and all female candidates are exempted.
Ans: Candidates must have a Master's Degree + B.Ed with 10 years of teaching experience as PGT or TGT.
Ans: Candidates must have a Master's Degree + B.Ed with 2 years experience as PGT or 3 years as TGT.
Ans: The maximum age limit is 50 years as on 14 August 2026.
Ans: The maximum age limit is 35 years as on 14 August 2026.
Ans: The selection process includes a Written Examination and a Personal Interview.
Ans: Selected candidates will be posted in schools under the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi.
Ans: The approximate monthly salary for Principal is ₹78,800.
Ans: The approximate monthly salary for Vice-Principal is ₹56,100.