Principal

Chhatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Univ· Est. 1980 · CBSE · Kanpur Nagar
₹11.9L – ₹12.5LCBSEfull-timeOn-site5–9 yrs1 openingsCloses 30 Sep
● posted 23 Jun

Why apply

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 handle

·Oversee compliance — affiliation, fire safety, child-safety policies.
·Make the final call on disciplinary and safeguarding matters.
·Chair leadership-team meetings and own the school's KPIs.
·Lead parent communication — newsletters, escalations and the annual address.
·Set the school's annual academic and operational plan.

Requirements

Role details

Vacancies
1

Working in a CBSE school

This school follows the CBSE framework, so expect continuous and comprehensive assessment, NEP-aligned competency questions, and a strong emphasis on subject enrichment activities.

Career path

Explore adjacent roles teachers move to next in Kanpur Nagar.

  1. Coordinator
  2. Academic Coordinator
  3. Vice Principal
  4. Principal

Salary & benefits

₹11.9L – ₹12.5L / yr

Pay benchmark — Principal in Kanpur Nagar

₹11.9L / yr
ENTRY / LOW
₹11.9L – ₹12.5L / yr
TYPICAL
₹12.5L / yr
SENIOR / HIGH
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.

Full job description

Overview

We are looking for a Principal to join Chhatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Univ in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Chhatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Univ in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh is a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.9 LPA – ₹12.5 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Chhatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Univ hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
Chhatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Univ
CBSE · Kanpur Nagar · Est. 1980
1980
FOUNDED
CBSE
BOARD
secondary
LEVEL
SMT SHEELA KOUL
PRINCIPAL
2130287
AFFILIATION
Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh
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