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Principal

₹10L – ₹21L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 6 Aug
Gurugram, Haryanafull-timePosted 35d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Colonels Central Academy
City
Gurugram
State
Haryana
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹21L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
29 May 2026
Closing date
6 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Gurugram — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.2L
per year
Typical
₹15.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.9L
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

Join Colonels Central Academy in Gurugram, Haryana as our next Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About the institution: Colonels Central Academy in Gurugram, Haryana — a senior secondary setup, established 1981, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.2 LPA – ₹20.9 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Colonels Central Academy receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

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.

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.

How much experience do I need for this Principal role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

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.

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About the school

Colonels Central Academy

Key facts about Colonels Central Academy

Key facts
Founded
1981
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
NIRMAL YADAV
Affiliation #
530142
Address
NO.5 SECTOR-4 URBAN ESTATE GURGAON HARYANA, No.5 Sector-4 Urban, Gurugram, Haryana, 122006

Colonels Central Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1981, located in Gurugram, Haryana.

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