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Principal

₹11L – ₹21L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 9 Aug
Patna, Biharfull-timePosted 21d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Adarsh Gyanoday Vidyalay
City
Patna
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹21L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
9 Aug 2026

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Principal salary in Patna — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.7L
per year
Typical
₹15.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
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Job description

Overview

Adarsh Gyanoday Vidyalay in Patna, Bihar is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Adarsh Gyanoday Vidyalay, established 2000, runs as a senior secondary campus in Patna, Bihar — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.7 LPA – ₹21.1 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Adarsh Gyanoday Vidyalay reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

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About the school

Adarsh Gyanoday Vidyalay

Key facts about Adarsh Gyanoday Vidyalay

Key facts
Founded
2000
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SHREE PRAKASH
Affiliation #
330219
Address
BRAHMANI NAGAR, NADAVAN, BARH, PATNA, Brahmani Nagar, Patna, Bihar, 803213

Adarsh Gyanoday Vidyalay is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2000, located in Patna, Bihar.

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