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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Calve College Government Boys Higher Secondary School Puducherry
- City
- Puducherry
- State
- Puducherry
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.0L – ₹20.7L per year
- Experience
- 7–10 years
- Posted
- 7 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Aug 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
Calve College Government Boys Higher Secondary School Puducherry is recruiting a Principal in Puducherry, Puducherry. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Calve College Government Boys Higher Secondary School Puducherry, established 1853, runs as a senior secondary campus in Puducherry, Puducherry — 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. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. 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. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.0 LPA – ₹20.7 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 on this page and Calve College Government Boys Higher Secondary School Puducherry will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Calve College Government Boys Higher Secondary School Puducherry follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
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.
How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
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 fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
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 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.
Does Calve College Government Boys Higher Secondary School Puducherry help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Puducherry offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
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Key facts about Calve College Government Boys Higher Secondary School Puducherry
- Founded
- 1853
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- KOTHAI D
- Affiliation #
- 2920159
Calve College Government Boys Higher Secondary School Puducherry is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1853, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.
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