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Principal

₹7.7L – ₹8.6L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 21 Aug
Puducherry, Puducherryfull-timePosted 14d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Aj Higher Secondary School
City
Puducherry
State
Puducherry
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.7L – ₹8.6L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Closing date
21 Aug 2026

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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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Overview

Join Aj Higher Secondary School in Puducherry, Puducherry as our next Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. School profile: Aj Higher Secondary School in Puducherry, Puducherry — a senior secondary setup, established 2012, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹7.7 LPA – ₹8.6 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Aj Higher Secondary School hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

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What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.

Where exactly is Aj Higher Secondary School located?

The school is in Puducherry, Puducherry. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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.

What is the salary for this Principal role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

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About the school

Aj Higher Secondary School

Key facts about Aj Higher Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
2012
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
S RANGANATHAN
Affiliation #
2930014
Address
TN PALAYAM, ARIYANKUPPAM COMMUNE, Tn Palayam, Puducherry, Puducherry, 605007

Aj Higher Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.

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