Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog — Higher Education Department
| Exam Date | 24 Sep 2026 |
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| Post Name | Principal |
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| Total Vacancies | 111 |
| Qualification | Ph.D. with 15 years of teaching/research experience and a minimum API score of 110. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 62 years as on 2026-07-01. |
| Salary | Level-14: Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 3,000 for all categories. |
| Selection Process | Written examination (360 marks) followed by an interview (40 marks). |
The Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog (UPESSC), Prayagraj, has issued Advertisement No. 02/2026 to recruit 111 Principals for government-aided degree colleges. This recruitment drive covers 89 posts in co-education colleges and 22 posts in women's colleges. Candidates must use the Online One Time Registration (OTR) portal to submit their applications.
| College Type | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Co-education Colleges | 89 |
| Women's Colleges | 22 |
| Total | 111 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 2026-07-21 |
| Last Date for Fee Submission | 2026-08-20 |
| Application Correction Window | 2026-08-23 |
| Written Examination | 2026-09-24 |
The selection process comprises a written examination and an interview:
A non-refundable application fee of Rs. 3,000/- is applicable for all categories (General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and Divyangjan). Payment must be completed via Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking.
Securing a government position under Uttar Pradesh Shiksha Sewa Chayan Ayog requires a disciplined and strategic approach. Candidates with Ph.D. with 15 years of teaching/research experience and a minimum API score of 110. qualifications should focus on the following:
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The educational qualification required for this recruitment is: Ph.D. with 15 years of teaching/research experience and a minimum API score of 110.. Please always refer to the official notification PDF linked in the "Source/Official Links" section above for the most accurate and complete eligibility criteria, including age limits, experience requirements, and category-specific relaxations.
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