Overview संक्षिप्त विवरण
UPESSC has released Advertisement No. 09/2026 for 1,172 Headmaster posts in government-aided high schools in Uttar Pradesh (1,037 in boys' and 135 in girls' schools). All posts are unreserved.
Applicants need a post-graduate degree with at least 50% marks, a B.Ed. or B.P.Ed. and four years of relevant teaching or headmaster experience, and must be at least 30 years old. Online applications run from 23 October to 22 November 2026, with the written exam scheduled for 7 January 2027.
Total No. of Vacancies
- Number of Posts
- 1172
- Recruiter
- Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
Application Dates
- Starting Date to Apply
- 23-10-2026
- Last Date to Apply
- 22-11-2026
Salary
- Salary
- Pay Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification
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Post-graduate degree with at least 50% marks from a recognised university
B.Ed. or B.P.Ed. from an NCTE-recognised course
At least 4 years' teaching experience as Lecturer or Assistant Teacher in Class 9–12 of a recognised institution, OR at least 4 years as Headmaster of a junior high school (certified by the competent authority)
Age Limit
- Age Limit
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Minimum 30 years as on 01-07-2026
Maximum: up to the superannuation age of 62 years
Application Fees
- Fees by Category
- All categories (General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwD): ₹1,500
Selection Process
- Selection Process
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Written exam: 360 marks (120 objective questions)
Interview: 40 marks
Merit list from the combined 400 marks
How to Apply
- How to Apply
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) and apply online through https://apply.upessc.org/ (link on https://upessc.up.gov.in/) between 23-10-2026 and 22-11-2026, including fee payment. Corrections are allowed until 25-11-2026.
Important Links
- Apply Online
- Open apply online
- Official Notification PDF
- Open official notification pdf
- Official Website
- Open official website
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Frequently asked questions अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
What is the last date to apply for UPESSC Headmaster?
The last date to apply for UPESSC Headmaster is 22 November 2026. Online applications started on 23 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in UPESSC Headmaster?
A total of 1172 posts have been announced by Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC). See the official notification for the category-wise break-up.
What qualification is required for UPESSC Headmaster?
Post-graduate degree with at least 50% marks from a recognised university B.Ed. or B.P.Ed. from an NCTE-recognised course At least 4 years' teaching experience as Lecturer or Assistant Teacher in Class 9–12 of a recognised institution, OR at least 4 years as Headmaster of a junior high school (certified by the competent authority)
What is the age limit for UPESSC Headmaster?
Minimum 30 years as on 01-07-2026 Maximum: up to the superannuation age of 62 years Age relaxation applies to reserved categories as per government rules.
What is the application fee for UPESSC Headmaster?
All categories (General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwD): ₹1,500
What is the salary for UPESSC Headmaster?
Pay Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
How to apply for UPESSC Headmaster?
Read the official notification carefully, then apply on the official website (upessc.up.gov.in). Fill in the form, upload your photo and signature, pay the fee if applicable, and keep a printout of the submitted form.
Always confirm dates, eligibility and fees in the official notification before applying. Government Job Desk never charges any fee and is not a government website.