HR Executive
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Key facts
- Role
- HR Executive
- School
- D A V Public School
- City
- Patiala
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹3.0L – ₹6.2L per year
- Experience
- 2–7 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 6 Aug 2026
HR Executive salary in Patiala — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HR Executive
at D A V Public School
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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.
Job description
Overview
Join D A V Public School in Patiala, Punjab as our next HR Executive. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. D A V Public School in Patiala, Punjab is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1983,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. What the role looks like: as HR Executive, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. Day to day, you will:
- Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.
- Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.
- Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.
- Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.
- Escalate exceptions to the right authority early. Requirements:
- Graduate degree with prior administrative/operations experience.
- Strong attention to detail and good follow-through.
- Comfort with MS Office, Google Workspace, and ERP applications.
- Professional written and spoken English (and Hindi where applicable).
- A service mindset with parents, students, and faculty. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹3.0 LPA – ₹6.2 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for D A V Public School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
What questions are asked in a HR Executive interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for HR Executive roles in Patiala.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
How do I write an application email for this HR Executive role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HR Executive application — D A V Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why D A V Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
What is the salary for this HR Executive role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
How much experience do I need for this HR Executive role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
D A V Public School
Key facts about D A V Public School
- Founded
- 1983
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Vivek Tiwari
- Affiliation #
- 1630061
D A V Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1983, located in Patiala, Punjab.
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Interview questions & answers for HR Executive
Common questions Indian schools ask for HR Executive roles in Patiala (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. How should I discuss my notice period and joining date?
Be upfront and specific: last working day at current school, earliest realistic joining date, and any flexibility (early release, unpaid leave). Schools plan around academic calendars — a clear date wins over vague "as soon as possible".
2. What is your greatest strength and weakness as an educator?
Pick a strength tied to student outcomes with one metric or story. For weakness, name a real one, follow it with the concrete steps you're taking (workshop, mentor, changed practice) — panels reject rehearsed non-answers like "I work too hard".
3. What questions should I ask at the end?
Ask three: one about the team (department size, coordinator style), one about growth (PD budget, appraisal cadence), and one about the school (a specific programme). Avoid opening with leave/salary questions unless the panel invites them.
4. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical HR Executive band in Patiala (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.
5. What experience is most relevant to a HR Executive role at a school?
Lead with prior school or education-sector experience if you have it. If not, translate transferable skills (safeguarding awareness, working with minors, compliance, shift discipline) into school-specific scenarios — D A V Public School wants to picture you on day one.
6. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the HR Executive brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why D A V Public School in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.