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Principal

₹12L – ₹19L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 2 Aug 30 days left
Erode, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 42d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Agastya Academy
City
Erode
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹19L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
22 May 2026
Closing date
2 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Erode — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.1L
per year
Typical
₹15.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Agastya Academy has opened applications for a Principal in Erode, Tamilnadu. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. About Agastya Academy: a senior secondary institution in Erode, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2009,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹12.1 LPA – ₹19.1 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Agastya Academy academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

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 this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

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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Role details

Vacancies
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About the school

Agastya Academy

Key facts about Agastya Academy

Key facts
Founded
2009
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Gomathi.R.
Affiliation #
1930280
Address
ARACHALUR - CHENNIMALAI MAIN ROAD, SUNAIPARAI, VEERAPAMPALAYAM (PO),DIST.PERIYAR, TAMIL NADU-638 101, Arachalur - Chennimalai Main Road, Erode, Tamilnadu, 638101

Agastya Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2009, located in Erode, Tamilnadu.

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