UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026: Apply Now for 1,172 Posts, Check Eligibility, Fees and Exam Date

Short Information: UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026 Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission Prayagraj has started the online application process for the post of Headmasters (Principal) in non-government aided secondary schools. The commission has issued Advertisement Number 09/2026 for inviting applications for the recruitment of 1,172 candidates.

Eligible candidates can apply through the official website upessc.up.gov.in. The online application process started on 23rd October 2026 and the last date to apply is 22nd November 2026. Candidates are advised to complete the One Time Registration (OTR) before applying through the online mode as the application without OTR will be rejected.

Written Examination will be conducted on 7th January 2027. Candidates can apply for the posts by keeping in mind the eligibility criteria mentioned in the advertisement. To know more, candidates can check the official notification.

UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026 Overview

UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Candidates must keep track of the following deadlines to ensure a smooth application process:

• Notification Release Date: October 23, 2026
• Online Application Begins: October 23, 2026
• Last Date for Fee Payment & Application Submission: November 22, 2026
• Application Correction Window Closes: November 25, 2026
• Written Examination Date: January 7, 2027

Age Limit (As on July 1, 2026) UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026

• Minimum Age: 30 Years
• Maximum Age: 62 Years
  (Candidates exceeding 62 years of age as of July 1, 2026, are not eligible to apply. Also, male candidates are not eligible for appointment as headmasters in girls’ institutions.)

Application Fee UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026

Unlike many other government recruitments, the UPESSC has kept a uniform application fee for all categories. Candidates of General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and PwD categories will have to pay an application fee of Rs. 1,500.

Vacancy Details : UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026

The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 1,172 headmaster posts in aided secondary schools. The vacancies are distributed across different categories:

• Boys Schools: 1,037 posts
• Girls Schools: 135 posts
• Total: 1,172 posts

Note: All vacancies are unreserved. As per the official notification, the number of vacancies may increase or decrease based on the requirement.

Eligibility Criteria UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026

To be considered eligible for the UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026, candidates must fulfill the following conditions:

Educational Qualification

• Must hold a Postgraduate degree with at least 50% marks from a recognised university.
• Must possess a B.Ed. or B.P.Ed. degree from an NCTE-recognised institution.

Teaching Experience
Candidates must have either:

• At least four years of teaching experience as a lecturer or assistant teacher in Classes 9 to 12 at a government-recognised institution.
• OR, four years of experience as a headmaster in a junior high school.

Exam Pattern & Selection Process

The selection will be based on a written examination followed by an interview.

• The written exam will be of 2 hours duration.
• All questions will be Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with 3 marks awarded for each correct answer and a negative marking of 1 mark for incorrect or multiple answers.
• The question paper will be bilingual (Hindi and English), except for language subjects.
• Shortlisted candidates based on the written exam will be called for the interview round. Final merit will be prepared based on written exam scores, interview, PG marks, and B.Ed/B.P.Ed marks.

How to Apply for UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to submit your application online:

1. Visit the official website: upessc.up.gov.in.

1. Complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) process if you are a new user.

1. Log in using your OTR credentials and click on the link for UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026.
2. Carefully fill in your personal, educational, and professional details.
3. Upload the scanned photograph (10KB-100KB), signature (10KB-100KB), and necessary documents (PDF format, 20KB-200KB).
4. Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 via net banking, debit card, or credit card.
5. Review the application form carefully and submit it.
6. Download and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Documents and Upload Requirements : UP Headmaster Recruitment 2026

Before beginning the application, candidates should keep their documents ready.

• Recent passport-size photograph.
• Scanned signature on a white background.
• Educational certificates and mark sheets.
• Teaching experience certificate in the prescribed format.
• Disability certificate, if applicable.
• Other supporting documents required by the commission.

As specified in the notification, the photograph and signature should be uploaded in JPG or JPEG format, with each file between 10 KB and 100 KB. Supporting certificates and records should be in PDF format, with file sizes between 20 KB and 200 KB.

Candidates should follow the official portal’s instructions for each document and verify all details before final submission.

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