UPESSC Headmaster Recruitment 2026
Posted: 26 Oct 2026 · Updated: 30 Oct 2026
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj has announced recruitment for 1172 Headmaster posts in non-government aided secondary schools under Advertisement No. 09/2026. Eligible candidates holding a Master's Degree with minimum 50% marks, B.Ed/B.P.Ed, and relevant teaching experience can apply online through OTR system at upessc.up.gov.in from 23 October 2026 to 22 November 2026.
Recruitment Details
- Last date
- 22 Nov 2026
- Total posts
- 1,172
- Age limit
- 30–62 yrs
- Starting pay
- ₹56,100/mo
About This Recruitment
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj invites online applications from Indian citizens for selection to 1172 Headmaster posts in Non-Government Aided Secondary Schools (Aided Secondary Schools) under Secondary Education Department, UP. Among total positions, 1037 vacancies belong to Boys' Schools and 135 to Girls' Schools. Selection will be based on a Written Examination carrying 360 marks and an Interview of 40 marks (Total 400 marks). Candidates must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the official website www.upessc.up.gov.in before applying online. The application process starts on 23 October 2026 and closes on 22 November 2026, with the exam scheduled for 07 January 2027.
हिन्दी में जानकारी
उत्तर प्रदेश शिक्षा सेवा चयन आयोग (UPESSC), प्रयागराज ने विज्ञापन संख्या 09/2026 के तहत अशासकीय सहायता प्राप्त माध्यमिक विद्यालयों में प्रधानाध्यापक के 1172 पदों पर भर्ती निकाली है। इच्छुक उम्मीदवार 23 अक्टूबर 2026 से 22 नवंबर 2026 तक आयोग की आधिकारिक वेबसाइट upessc.up.gov.in पर OTR के माध्यम से ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं। न्यूनतम 50% अंकों के साथ स्नातकोत्तर, बीएड/बीपीएड एवं 4 वर्ष का शिक्षण अनुभव रखने वाले अभ्यर्थी पात्र हैं। चयन 360 अंकों की लिखित परीक्षा और 40 अंकों के साक्षात्कार के आधार पर होगा।
Vacancy Details
| Boys Schools (Balak Vidyalay) | 1,037 |
| Girls Schools (Balika Vidyalay) | 135 |
| Total | 1,172 |
Salary & Benefits
- From joiningPay Level-10, ₹56,100-1,77,500
Selected candidates will be appointed on Pay Level-10 with standard allowances and perks admissible under UP Government rules.
Who Can Apply
Educational Qualification
- Master's degree with at least 50% marks from a university established by law in India or recognized by the Government.
- Degree in Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) from an NCTE recognized institution.
Experience
- Minimum 4 years of teaching experience as Lecturer (PGT) or Assistant Teacher (TGT) in higher classes (Class 9 to 12) of a Central/State recognized institution, OR
- Minimum 4 years of work experience as Headmaster in a Junior High School issued by a competent authority.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 30 years as on 01 July 2026
- Superannuation Age: 62 years
- Candidate must not exceed 62 years of age as on 01 July 2026.
Check Your Eligibility
Selection Process / Exam Pattern
- Selection Stages: Written Examination (360 marks) followed by Interview (40 marks). Total = 400 marks.
Written Exam Details
- Total Questions: 120 objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
- Total Marks: 360 marks
- Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)
- Medium of Exam: Hindi and English (except language subjects)
- Marking Scheme: +3 marks for each correct answer
- Negative Marking: -1 mark for each incorrect/multiple answer
Syllabus
Detailed syllabus for the written examination for the post of Headmaster is made available on the UPESSC official portal (www.upessc.up.gov.in).
Documents Required
- Photograph in JPG/JPEG format (10 KB to 100 KB) with white background
- Signature in JPG/JPEG format (10 KB to 100 KB) with white background
- Educational certificates and marksheets in PDF format (20 KB to 200 KB)
- Self-attested copies of 10th, 12th, Graduation, Post-Graduation, B.Ed/B.P.Ed, and Experience Certificate (Appendix-2 format)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer
- Disability Certificate (if applicable, Appendix-1 format)
- Affidavit on prescribed format (Appendix-3)
How to Apply
- Visit official website www.upessc.up.gov.in.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the portal if not done previously.
- Fill in the online application form for Headmaster post (Advt. No. 09/2026) in English language.
- Upload clear photograph and signature in JPG/JPEG format (10-100 KB) and relevant documents in PDF format (20-200 KB).
- Pay application fee of ₹1500 through Online Payment Gateway (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking).
- Submit the application form completely before 22 November 2026.
- Print 3 hard copies of final submitted application form and keep safely for document verification and interview stage.
Important Links
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 22 Nov 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
There are 1,172 vacancies in this recruitment.
What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 30 and 62 years of age. Age relaxation may apply for reserved categories as per government rules.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹1,500 (all categories).
What is the eligibility criteria?
Candidates need one of the following qualifications, depending on the post: Post Graduate, Graduate. Check the official notification for complete eligibility details.
What is the salary?
The pay scale is Pay Level-10 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500).
What is the selection process?
Selection Stages: Written Examination (360 marks) followed by Interview (40 marks). Total = 400 marks.
When does the application start?
Applications open on 23 Oct 2026 and close on 22 Nov 2026.
When is the exam?
The exam is scheduled for 07 Jan 2027, as per the notification.
What is the job location?
The posting location is Uttar Pradesh.
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