Updated: 27 October 2026
Short Information: The Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC) has released Advt No. 09/2026 for 1,172 Head Master posts. Online applications will be accepted at upessc.up.gov.in from 23 October 2026 to 22 November 2026. This recruitment carries Level-10 pay (Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500). Eligible candidates should apply in time. The written exam will be held on 7 January 2027. The application correction window will remain open till 25 November 2026. OTR (One Time Registration) is required.
Uttar Pradesh Education Service Selection Commission (UPESSC)
Post: Head Master | Advt: 09/2026 | Total Posts: 1,172 | Exam: 7 January 2027
This recruitment is for Head Master posts in schools of Uttar Pradesh. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree (50% marks), B.Ed or B.PED and 4 years of teaching experience. The posts are divided between boys’ and girls’ schools. Selection will be through an examination.
Important Dates & Application Fee
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Application start: 23 October 2026 Last date to apply: 22 November 2026 Exam date: 7 January 2027 Correction window: check official notification (till 25 November 2026) |
Application fee: Rs 1,500 (all categories) |
Age Limit: 30 to 62 years (as on 01/07/2026). For detailed rules, check official notification.
Vacancy Details
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Boys’ schools | 1,037 |
| Girls’ schools | 135 |
| Total | 1,172 |
| Pay scale | Level-10: Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500 |
How to Apply
- Open the official website upessc.up.gov.in. Complete OTR (One Time Registration) first.
- Read Advt No. 09/2026 (Head Master) notification carefully.
- Check eligibility, fill in the online form and pay the Rs 1,500 fee.
- Upload academic certificates and experience certificates.
- Submit the application before 22 November 2026 and keep the confirmation safe.
Important Links
| Official Website | upessc.up.gov.in |
| Apply Online | Apply online at upessc.up.gov.in from 23 October |
| Notification | See the advertisement on the official website |
Note: This is a private information portal (not a government website). Always check the official notification for final and authoritative information.
FAQ
Q1: How many posts are there in UPESSC Head Master Recruitment 2026?
A: There are 1,172 posts — 1,037 in boys’ schools and 135 in girls’ schools.
Q2: What is the last date to apply for UPESSC Head Master?
A: The last date for online applications is 22 November 2026.
Q3: What is the eligibility for UPESSC Head Master?
A: A Master’s degree with 50% marks, B.Ed or B.PED and 4 years of teaching experience are required.
Q4: What is the pay scale for UPESSC Head Master?
A: Level-10 pay of Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500.
Q5: When is the UPESSC Head Master exam?
A: The exam is scheduled for 7 January 2027.
