Principal — Delhi Public School Megacity Vacancy at Delhi Public School Megacity, Kolkata
Delhi Public School MegacityKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Delhi Public School Megacity
- School
- Delhi Public School Megacity
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.3L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 11–15 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Kolkata, West Bengal — a fresh opening for a Principal — Delhi Public School Megacity at Delhi Public School Megacity. Curriculum: CISCE. The school has been running for 22+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Delhi Public School Megacity, a CISCE school in Kolkata, 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: Delhi Public School Megacity is a CISCE Day School in New Town, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Principal — Delhi Public School Megacity
Lead the academic vision, hire and mentor faculty, manage parent and board relations, and own school-wide outcomes from admissions to results day.
Working in a CISCE school
This is an ICSE/ISC school — expect a project-heavy curriculum, strong language emphasis and detailed internal assessment portfolios.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
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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.
How much experience do I need for this Principal — Delhi Public School Megacity 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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
About Delhi Public School Megacity
Delhi Public School Megacity is a day school affiliated to CISCE, established in 2004, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Delhi Public School Megacity is a CISCE Day School in New Town, Kolkata.
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