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Principal

₹12L – ₹25L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 1 Aug 29 days left
Kachchh, GujaratcontractPosted 38d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Academic Heights Public School
City
Kachchh
State
Gujarat
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12L – ₹25L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
26 May 2026
Closing date
1 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Kachchh

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Kachchh — snapshot

Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Entry / low
₹11.6L
per year
Typical
₹18.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹25.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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29 days left

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 15+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Academic Heights Public School in Kachchh, Gujarat is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Academic Heights Public School in Kachchh, Gujarat functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2011,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹11.6 LPA – ₹25.5 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Academic Heights Public School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

What is the average Principal salary in Kachchh?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Kachchh. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

How much experience do I need for this Principal role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

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Role details

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About the school

Academic Heights Public School

Key facts about Academic Heights Public School

Key facts
Founded
2011
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
PAYAL DODANI
Affiliation #
430329
Address
SURVEY NO. 248, VILLAGE-SHINAY,TALUKA GANDHIDHAM,DISTT. KUTCH,GUJARAT-370201, Survey No. 248, Kachchh, Gujarat, 370201

Academic Heights Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2011, located in Kachchh, Gujarat.

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