UPESSC, प्रयागराज द्वारा राज्य के माध्यमिक शिक्षा विभाग के अंतर्गत Non-Government Aided Schools में Headmaster के रिक्त पदों पर भर्ती के लिए Official Notification संख्या 09/2026 जारी किया गया है। इस Recruitment Notification के माध्यम से राज्यभर के विभिन्न Boys Schools के लिए 1037 और Girls Schools के लिए 135 पदों सहित कुल 1172 पदों पर योग्य उम्मीदवारों से Online Applications आमंत्रित किए गए हैं।
इस भर्ती प्रक्रिया में सम्मिलित होने के लिए सभी Aspirants को आयोग की Official Website (www.upessc.up.gov.in) के माध्यम से One Time Registration (OTR) करना अनिवार्य है। आवेदन करने वाले उम्मीदवारों को Notification में दी गई सभी Eligibility Criteria को पूरी तरह से पूरा करते हैं। चयन प्रक्रिया के दो मुख्य चरण होंगे—पहला Written Examination और उसके बाद Interview.
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UPESSC Headmaster Recruitment 2026: Overview Table
| Field | Details |
| Organisation Name | Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC), Prayagraj |
| Advertisement Number | 09/2026 |
| Post | Principal / Headmaster |
| Vacancy | Total 1172 Posts (Boys School: 1037, Girls School: 135) |
| Age | Minimum 30 Years (As on 01.07.2026), Maximum Superannuation Age is 62 Years |
| Application Fee | ₹1,500.00 (For General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and PwD Categories) |
| Salary Details | Pay Level-10 (₹56,100.00 to ₹1,77,500.00) (Approx) |
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| Official Website | www.upessc.up.gov.in |

FAQs
| Q1: What is the total number of vacancies for the UPESSC Headmaster Recruitment 2026? |
| A1: There are a total of 1172 vacancies, which include 1037 posts for Boys Schools and 135 posts for Girls Schools. |
| Q2: Is One Time Registration (OTR) mandatory to apply for this recruitment? |
| A2: Yes, all aspirants must complete One Time Registration (OTR) on the official website (www.upessc.up.gov.in) before submitting their application. |
| Q3: What is the selection process for the UPESSC Headmaster position? |
| A3: The selection process consists of a Written Examination carrying 360 marks and an Interview carrying 40 marks, making a total of 400 marks. |
| Q4: Is there any negative marking in the written examination? |
| A4: Yes, there is negative marking, and -1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect or multiple answer. |
| Q5: What is the salary scale provided to selected candidates? |
| A5: Selected candidates will receive their salary under the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th Pay Commission) as per Uttar Pradesh government rules. |
| Q6: Where can candidates download their Admit Card and check official notifications? |
| A6: Candidates can download their Admit Card and view official updates directly on the official UPESSC website at www.upessc.up.gov.in. |




