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Principal

at Christ Jyoti School · Chhatarpur · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.0L – ₹13L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 17 Aug
Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradeshfull-timePosted 8d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Christ Jyoti School
City
Chhatarpur
State
Madhya Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.0L – ₹13L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
25 Jun 2026
Closing date
17 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Chhatarpur

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Chhatarpur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.0L
per year
Typical
₹10.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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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 do

Job description

Overview

Christ Jyoti School in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Christ Jyoti School, established 2006, is a secondary campus in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.0 LPA – ₹13.0 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Christ Jyoti School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Chhatarpur), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

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.

Where exactly is Christ Jyoti School located?

The school is in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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.

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.

What is the average Principal salary in Chhatarpur?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Chhatarpur 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 this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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.

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 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.

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About the school

Christ Jyoti School

Key facts about Christ Jyoti School

Key facts
Founded
2006
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Sherly Joseph
Affiliation #
1030854
Address
CHRIST JYOTI SCHOOL,LAVKUSH NAGAR,CHHATARPUR(MP) 471515, Christ Jyoti School, Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, 471515

Christ Jyoti School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh.

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