Exciting Opportunity: UPPSC Opens Applications for Principal in Technical Education
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released Advertisement No. A-2/E-1/2025 for the recruitment of Principal (Group A, Gazetted) under the Technical Education Department. Candidates with advanced academic and leadership qualifications can apply online through the official website by May 26, 2025.
📋 Job Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Principal – Technical Education Department |
| Advertisement No. | A-2/E-1/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 21 (UR: 8, SC: 6, OBC: 5, EWS: 2) |
| Grade | Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer |
| Pay Scale | ₹1,31,400 – ₹2,04,700 (Level 13A1) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Official Website | https://uppsc.up.nic.in |
| Online Application Start | April 24, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 26, 2025 |
| Form Correction Deadline | June 2, 2025 |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (Any one of the two conditions):
| Option | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ph.D. and First Class at Bachelor’s or Master’s level in the relevant field, with 16 years of experience in Teaching/Research/Industry (including 3 years post-Ph.D. and 5 years in HOD level role) |
| 2 | First Class at Bachelor’s or Master’s level in relevant discipline with 20 years of experience in Teaching/Research/Industry (including 5 years in HOD role) |
Relevant fields should match AICTE approved diploma course disciplines.
Preferential Qualification:
- Territorial Army service for 2+ years
- Possession of NCC ‘B’ certificate
Age Limit:
| Category | Age Limit (as on July 1, 2025) |
|---|---|
| General | 35 to 50 years |
| SC/ST/OBC of U.P. | Relaxation of 5 years |
| PH candidates of U.P. | Relaxation of 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Relaxation as per rules |
💼 Application Process
- Mandatory OTR (One Time Registration):
- Apply Online:
- Go to https://uppsc.up.nic.in
- Login using OTR number and proceed through 4 stages:
- Authentication
- Filling form
- Fee payment
- Submission and print
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹125 |
| SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen | ₹65 |
| Persons with Disabilities | ₹25 |
Payment via SBI MOPS: Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or Other Modes
🧾 Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | Objective type test; minimum qualifying marks: 40% (General), 35% (SC/ST) |
| Interview | Only shortlisted candidates called (3x of total posts) |
| Final Merit | Based on combined score of written test and interview |
🗂️ Required Documents
- High School Certificate (Proof of age)
- Educational qualifications (Degree, Marksheet)
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Certificate for preferential qualification (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (for employed candidates)
- Passport-size photographs
📢 Important Points to Remember
- No hard copy submission unless called for.
- OMR answer sheet to be filled with black ball pen only.
- Penalty of 0.33 marks for each wrong answer.
- Negative marking applicable.
- Final selection subject to verification of original documents.
🛑 Disqualification Grounds
- Wrong or forged documents
- Misrepresentation of facts
- Violation of exam rules
- Incomplete or late applications
Conclusion
The UPPSC Principal recruitment is a high-level academic and leadership role in technical education with a handsome salary and long-term career stability. If you have the required qualifications and experience, this is your chance to lead educational institutions in Uttar Pradesh.
📅 Apply by May 26, 2025
🌐 Official Website: https://uppsc.up.nic.in
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