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1. Recruitment Highlights
A. Pradhancharya Recruitment 2026
- Advertisement Number: 08/2026
- Total Vacancies: 1,475 (1,318 in boys’ institutions and 157 in girls’ institutions)
- Minimum age: 30 years as on 1 July 2026
- Superannuation age: 62 years
- Pay Level: Level 12; Pay Scale: ₹78,800–₹2,09,200
- Application Fee: ₹2,000 for all categories listed in the notification
B. Pradhanadhyapak Recruitment 2026
- Advertisement Number: 09/2026
- Total Vacancies: 1,172 (1,037 in boys’ institutions and 135 in girls’ institutions)
- Minimum age: 30 years as on 1 July 2026
- Superannuation age: 62 years
- Pay Level: Level 10; Pay Scale: ₹56,100–₹1,77,500
- Application Fee: ₹1,500 for all categories listed in the notification
2. Detailed Eligibility Criteria
A. Pradhancharya Eligibility — Advertisement No. 08/2026
1. Postgraduate Degree
A postgraduate degree with at least 50% marks from a university or institution established by law in India, or a deemed university/institution recognised by the Government, as specified in the notification.
2. B.Ed. Qualification
A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree obtained through a programme recognised by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).
3. Relevant Experience — Minimum Four Years
Candidates must possess at least four years of experience through either of the following routes:
- Route 1 — Teaching Experience: At least four years of teaching experience as a Lecturer or Assistant Teacher in Classes 9–12 at an institution recognised by the Central or State Government.
- OR Route 2 — Headmaster Experience: At least four years of experience working as a Headmaster in a High School, with the experience certificate issued by the competent authority.
Important Conditions for Experience Certificates
- The experience certificate must be issued by the competent authority.
- For the relevant State-level certification, the notification specifies issuance by the district-level officer and countersignature by the divisional-level officer.
- For Kendriya Vidyalayas, the competent authority is the Regional Officer.
- The concerned office is responsible for maintaining the records of experience certificates.
Eligibility summary: Postgraduate degree with at least 50% marks + NCTE-recognised B.Ed. + four years of qualifying teaching or High School Headmaster experience.
B. Pradhanadhyapak Eligibility — Advertisement No. 09/2026
1. Postgraduate Degree
A postgraduate degree with at least 50% marks from a university or institution established by law in India, or a deemed university/institution recognised by the Government, as specified in the notification.
2. Professional Qualification
Candidates must possess either of the following qualifications from a programme recognised by the NCTE:
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), OR
- Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.Ed.).
3. Relevant Experience — Minimum Four Years
Candidates must possess at least four years of experience through either of the following routes:
- Route 1 — Teaching Experience: At least four years of teaching experience as a Lecturer or Assistant Teacher in Classes 9–12 at an institution recognised by the Central or State Government.
- OR Route 2 — Headmaster Experience: At least four years of experience working as a Headmaster in a Junior High School, with the experience certificate issued by the competent authority.
Important Conditions for Experience Certificates
- The experience certificate must be issued by the competent authority.
- For the relevant State-level certification, the notification specifies issuance by the district-level officer and countersignature by the divisional-level officer.
- For Kendriya Vidyalayas, the competent authority is the Regional Officer.
- The concerned office is responsible for maintaining the records of experience certificates.
Eligibility summary: Postgraduate degree with at least 50% marks + NCTE-recognised B.Ed. or B.P.Ed. + four years of qualifying teaching or Junior High School Headmaster experience.
C. Age Limit for Both Posts
- Minimum age: 30 years as on 1 July 2026.
- Superannuation age: 62 years.
Candidates should consult the relevant notification for the complete provisions governing eligibility and any applicable age-related rules.
D. Gender and Institution-Type Restrictions
- Male candidates are not eligible for appointment as Pradhancharya or Pradhanadhyapak in girls’ institutions under the respective notification.
- Female candidates may apply for boys’ or girls’ institutions, subject to the prescribed conditions. The application must specify only one institution category.
- Candidates must ensure that they satisfy the eligibility conditions for the institution category selected in their application.
E. Other Important Eligibility Conditions
- Applicants must be Indian citizens, as specified in the notifications.
- One Time Registration (OTR) on the UPESSC website is mandatory before applying.
- Applications must be submitted online through the official website.
- Candidates must possess the required qualifications and experience; appearing in or qualifying the written examination alone does not establish final eligibility.
- Candidates employed in an organisation must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer and produce it when required at the interview.
- Candidates must meet the prescribed physical and mental fitness conditions and provide a medical fitness certificate as required before final appointment.
- Applicants must provide accurate information regarding court proceedings or convictions as required by the notification.
3. Quick Comparison of Eligibility
| Requirement | Pradhancharya | Pradhanadhyapak |
| Advertisement | 08/2026 | 09/2026 |
| Postgraduate degree | Minimum 50% marks | Minimum 50% marks |
| Professional qualification | NCTE-recognised B.Ed. | NCTE-recognised B.Ed. or B.P.Ed. |
| Teaching experience | 4 years in Classes 9–12 as Lecturer or Assistant Teacher | 4 years in Classes 9–12 as Lecturer or Assistant Teacher |
| Alternative experience | 4 years as High School Headmaster | 4 years as Junior High School Headmaster |
| Minimum age | 30 years on 1 July 2026 | 30 years on 1 July 2026 |
| Superannuation age | 62 years | 62 years |
Note: The experience requirements are alternatives: candidates need to meet one qualifying experience route, not both.
4. Examination Pattern
| Component | Details |
| Written examination | 120 objective questions |
| Written examination marks | 360 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Interview | 40 marks |
| Total | 400 marks |
| Correct answer | +3 marks |
| Incorrect or multiple answers | −1 mark |
The question paper is in Hindi and English, except for language-subject questions as specified in the notification.
5. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification released | 23 October 2026 |
| Online registration/application begins | 23 October 2026 |
| Fee payment deadline | 22 November 2026 |
| Correction deadline | 25 November 2026 |
| Examination date stated in notification | 7 January 2027 |
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7. Frequently Asked Questions
Is B.Ed. compulsory for Pradhancharya?
Yes. The supplied notification specifies an NCTE-recognised B.Ed. degree.
Can a candidate with B.P.Ed. apply for Pradhancharya?
The supplied Pradhancharya notification specifies B.Ed.; it does not list B.P.Ed. as an alternative to that qualification.
Can a candidate with B.P.Ed. apply for Pradhanadhyapak?
The supplied Pradhanadhyapak notification accepts an NCTE-recognised B.Ed. or B.P.Ed., subject to all other eligibility requirements.
Is four years of teaching experience compulsory?
Candidates must satisfy one of the specified four-year experience routes: qualifying teaching experience or the relevant Headmaster experience.
Is a postgraduate degree with 50% marks sufficient by itself?
No. Candidates must also possess the required professional qualification and qualifying experience, along with meeting the other conditions.
Where can I check the official notification?
Visit: https://www.upessc.up.gov.in
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Disclaimer
This content is based on the supplied UPESSC Advertisement No. 08/2026 and Advertisement No. 09/2026 PDFs. The official notification and subsequent corrigenda prevail in case of any discrepancy. Candidates should verify their eligibility against the complete official documents before applying.