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Principal

₹7.2L – ₹9.9L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 22 Aug
Sirmaur, Himachal Pradeshfull-timePosted 22d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Akal Academy English Medium School
City
Sirmaur
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.2L – ₹9.9L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Sirmaur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.2L
per year
Typical
₹8.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹9.9L
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

Akal Academy English Medium School in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh is seeking a Principal who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. Akal Academy English Medium School, established 1986, runs as a senior secondary campus in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh — 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. What the role looks like: the Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹7.2 LPA – ₹9.9 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Akal Academy English Medium School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

What is the average Principal salary in Sirmaur?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Sirmaur varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

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.

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.

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.

What qualifications are required for a Principal?

Most Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Akal Academy English Medium School

Key facts about Akal Academy English Medium School

Key facts
Founded
1986
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Dr Neelam Kaur
Affiliation #
630029
Address
BARU SAHIB P O MACHNER (VIA RAJGARH) DISTT SIRMOUR HIMACHAL PRADESH, Baru Sahib P, Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh, 173107

Akal Academy English Medium School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh.

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