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Principal

₹9.2L – ₹17L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 25 Aug
Surat, Gujaratfull-timePosted 20d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan's
City
Surat
State
Gujarat
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.2L – ₹17L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
25 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Surat — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.2L
per year
Typical
₹13.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹16.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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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

Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan's invites applications for a Principal in Surat, Gujarat. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. School profile: Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan's in Surat, Gujarat — a senior secondary setup, established 1999, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.2 LPA – ₹16.9 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application here so Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan's can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.

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How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

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.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan's

Key facts about Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan's

Key facts
Founded
1999
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
VAIBHAV AGARWAL
Affiliation #
430089
Address
GIPCL ACADEMY DISTT SURAT GUJARAT, Gipcl Academy Distt, Surat, Gujarat, 394110

Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan's is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1999, located in Surat, Gujarat.

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