The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially published the recruitment drive under Advertisement No. 51/2026 to fill a massive pool of 828 Principal and Vice-Principal openings within the Education Department, Government of NCT of Delhi. Eligible and interested candidates must take note that the online application deadline has been extended to 17th August 2026. Aspirants can review the comprehensive recruitment details, category-wise breakdowns, fee structures, and application guidelines below.
UPSC Principal and Vice-Principal Recruitment 2026: Overview
Review the core highlights of the recruitment drive in the table provided below:
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Department | Education Department, Government of NCT, New Delhi |
| Post | Principal and Vice Principal |
| Total Vacancies | 828 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Start | 25th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 August 2026 (Last Date Extended) |
| Selection Weightage | Recruitment Test (RT): 75% Weightage Personal Interview: 25% Weightage |
| Official Website | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ |
| Short Notification | Download PDF |
| Detailed Notification | Download PDF |
Important Dates 2026
Keep track of all schedule timelines associated with the UPSC education department hiring campaign:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Release Date | July 21, 2026 |
| Detailed Notification Release Date | Soon |
| Online Application Opening Date | July 25, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 August 2026 (Last Date Extended) |
| Crucial Date for Age & Qualification | August 14, 2026 |
| Recruitment Test / Interview Date | To be notified by UPSC |
Vacancy Breakdown
The 828 positions are segregated into Principal and Vice-Principal roles across various categories:
UPSC Principal Vacancy 2026
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. of Vacancies | 69 | 11 | 18 | 16 | 10 | 124 |
| Male | 37 | 07 | 07 | 13 | 08 | 72 |
| Female | 32 | 04 | 11 | 03 | 02 | 52 |
UPSC Vice Principal Vacancy 2026
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. of Vacancies | 287 | 71 | 189 | 103 | 54 | 704 |
| Male | 150 | 37 | 96 | 52 | 29 | 364 |
| Female | 137 | 34 | 93 | 51 | 25 | 340 |
Application Fee Structure
Candidates can verify the applicable fees based on their category specifications:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 25/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Female (All Categories) | Nil |
How to Apply for UPSC Recruitment 2026
Follow these sequential steps to successfully submit your online application through the portal:
- Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal. (UPSC Recruitment 2026 Apply Link)
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) process or log in using your existing credentials.
- Go to the Active Advertisements section and select the Principal/Vice Principal Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and professional details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature, educational certificates, experience certificates, and other supporting documents in the prescribed format and file size.
- Pay the application fee online through Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or SBI payment mode (if applicable).
- Review all the details entered in the application form before final submission.
- Submit the application form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Selection Weightage & Exam Guidelines
Aspirants must understand the selection procedure, which relies on a combination test and interview format:
Selection Weightage
- Recruitment Test (RT): 75% Weightage
- Personal Interview: 25% Weightage
Recruitment Test Details
- Duration: 2 hours
- Type: Objective, multiple-choice questions
- Medium: English and Hindi
- Maximum marks: 300
- Negative marking: 1/3rd mark deducted per wrong answer; no penalty for unattempted questions
Selection Process 2026
- Combined Recruitment Test (CRT)—objective test carrying 75% weightage.
- Personal Interview—carrying 25% weightage, out of 100 marks.
- Minimum qualifying marks: 50 for General/EWS, 45 for OBC, and 40 for SC/ST/PwBD.
- Document Verification—of educational qualifications, experience, category certificates, and other claims made in the application.
The combined recruitment test is scheduled for 1st November 2026. CRT Centres include Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Chennai, Delhi, Dispur (Guwahati), Jaipur, Jammu, Kochi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Port Blair, Ranchi, and Visakhapatnam.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks out of 100 |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | 50 |
| OBC | 45 |
| SC/ST/PwBD | 40 |
Helpdesk Support
For any technical issues during registration or application submission, candidates can reach out via UPSC helpdesk numbers 011-24041001 and 011-40303444, or email at [email protected] (available between 10:00 AM and 5:30 PM on working days).