Principal — DAV Public School Vacancy at DAV Public School, Delhi

DAV Public School
Delhi, Delhifull-time₹12L – ₹23L / yrCBSE11–16 yrs expPosted 16d ago

Key facts

Role
Principal — DAV Public School
School
DAV Public School
City
Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹23L per year
Experience
11–16 years
Posted
7 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1991

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Job description

Overview

Now hiring: Principal — DAV Public School — DAV Public School, Delhi, Delhi. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 35+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.

DAV Public School, a CBSE school in Delhi, is hiring a Principal.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the school's academic and operational vision
  • Mentor faculty and coordinators
  • Engage with parents and the management committee
  • Drive curriculum and student outcomes

Requirements:

  • 8-20 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record

About the school: DAV Public School is a CBSE Day School in Phase 4, Delhi.

What you'll handle as a Principal — DAV Public School

Set the academic calendar, drive curriculum standards, chair leadership meetings, and represent the school with parents, regulators and the community.

Working in a CBSE school

CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.

Working conditions

Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.

About teaching in Delhi

Delhi has the largest concentration of CBSE schools in India and an active teacher network — strong base for career growth in K-12 education.

Common questions about this role

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.

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 leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

About DAV Public School

DAV Public School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 1991, located in Delhi, Delhi.

DAV Public School is a CBSE Day School in Phase 4, Delhi.

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Working at DAV Public School

Perks

Medical RoomTransportationWifiSmart ClassesArt and CraftDanceDramaMusicPicnics and excursionDebateGardeningCafeteria/Canteen

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