Vice-Principal – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 704
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 - ₹177,500 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's Degree and Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from a recognized University.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Post Graduate Teacher or 3 years as a Trained Graduate Teacher.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Vice-Principal recruitment 2026 by UPSC is a massive opportunity featuring 704 vacancies for the Education Department of the Government of NCT of Delhi. This role is designed for experienced teachers ready to assist in school administration and take on responsibilities as planners and organizers of school activities. Successful applicants will join the Delhi Government service in a permanent Group A Gazetted capacity with a Level 10 pay matrix. It is an ideal career step for Post Graduate or Trained Graduate Teachers looking for a stable leadership role in the public education sector.
- The maximum age limit for general category applicants is 35 years with relaxations up to 40 years for SC/ST.
- Selection is based on a Combined Recruitment Test scheduled for November 1, 2026, followed by a personal interview.
- Candidates must have a Master's degree and a B.Ed. degree to meet the essential educational criteria.
- The position includes a one-year probation period and is based at the Directorate of Education in Delhi.
- Reservation benefits for OBC are strictly limited to those with certificates issued by the Govt. of NCT of Delhi.
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Additional Salary Information
Level 10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC plus applicable allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) - Pen & Paper based Interview Document Verification
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 25 Female: Exempted SC/ST: Exempted PwBD: Exempted
Reservation
UR: 287 EWS: 71 OBC: 189 SC: 103 ST: 54 PwBD: 28
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) website.
- Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) profile if not already registered.
- Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) including live photo capture and signature upload.
- Submit the post-specific module for Principal or Vice Principal.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 using online payment modes (except exempted categories).
- Upload required documents including age proof, educational certificates, and experience certificates in PDF format.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form.
- Do not send hard copies to the Commission unless called for an interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are a total of 704 vacancies available for the post of Vice-Principal.
The selection process consists of a Pen & Paper based Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) and an Interview.
The Vice-Principal post is placed in Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.