Overview
The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission, Prayagraj has released recruitment notification Advt No. 022026 for the post of Principal (Pracharya). There are a total of 111 vacancies available for candidates holding a PhD and significant teaching-research experience. The last date to apply for these positions is 20 August 2026.
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 111
Post Name: Principal (Pracharya)
Organization: Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission, Prayagraj
Job Location: Uttar Pradesh
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification Requirements |
|---|
| Principal Pracharya - Co-Education Degree Colleges | 89 | PhD; Min. 15 years teaching-research experience as Associate Professor/Professor; Min. 10 research publications in UGC-State listed journals; Min. 110 Research Score API |
| Principal Pracharya - Womens Degree Colleges | 22 | PhD; Min. 15 years teaching-research experience as Associate Professor/Professor; Min. 10 research publications in UGC-State listed journals; Min. 110 Research Score API |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Must possess a PhD degree.
Minimum 15 years of teaching-research experience as an Associate Professor or Professor in universities or colleges.
Minimum of 10 research publications in UGC-State listed journals.
Minimum Research Score of 110 as per API Table-2.
Age Limit:
Minimum Age: Not Specified
Maximum Age: 62 years (as on 01 July 2026)
Age Relaxation: Not specified in the provided data.
Important Dates
Notification Release: 21/07/2026
Application Start Date: 21/07/2026
Last Date to Apply: 20/08/2026
Exam Date: 24/09/2026
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS/Others: ₹ 3,000.00
SC/ST: ₹ 3,000.00
PwBD (Divyangjan): ₹ 3,000.00
Payment Mode: Online
Salary / Pay Scale
Pay Scale: Level-14: Rs. 1,44,200 - 2,18,200
Monthly Salary: As per the mentioned pay scale.
Selection Process
Written Examination: 360 marks total, consisting of 120 objective type MCQ questions. Each correct answer carries 3 marks, and each incorrect answer carries -1 mark (negative marking).
Interview: 40 marks. Shortlisted candidates based on written exam scores will be called for an interview.
Final Allocation: Shortlisted candidates must submit college-wise preference order (Appendix-4) during the interview. Final allocation of Post-Graduate colleges will be done by the Director of Higher Education, UP, Prayagraj, based on merit and preference order.
How to Apply
Visit the official website of the Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission at www.upessc.up.gov.in.
Complete the mandatory One Time Registration (OTR) before applying.
Fill in the online application form in English.
Upload a passport size photograph (30KB-300KB, 300-600 pixel resolution) and signature (10KB-200KB, 140-110 pixel resolution) in JPG/JPEG format.
Upload all other required certificates and documents as instructed.
Submit the application before 20/08/2026.
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