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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Dr.d.krishnamurthy & Smt. D.shakuntalamma Memorial School
- City
- Shivamogga
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11.6L – ₹14.2L per year
- Experience
- 5–7 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Jul 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 17+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are open for a Principal at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Dr.d.krishnamurthy & Smt. D.shakuntalamma Memorial School in Shivamogga, Karnataka. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Dr.d.krishnamurthy & Smt. D.shakuntalamma Memorial School, established 2009, is a secondary school in Shivamogga, Karnataka — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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 (₹11.6 LPA – ₹14.2 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Dr.d.krishnamurthy & Smt. D.shakuntalamma Memorial School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
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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.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
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Which curriculum does the school follow?
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Dr.d.krishnamurthy & Smt. D.shakuntalamma Memorial School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
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.
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.
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.
What is the salary for this Principal role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
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Key facts about Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Dr.d.krishnamurthy & Smt. D.shakuntalamma Memorial School
- Founded
- 2009
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- Indu G V
- Affiliation #
- 830362
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Dr.d.krishnamurthy & Smt. D.shakuntalamma Memorial School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2009, located in Shivamogga, Karnataka.
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