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HOD Commerce

at Delhi Public School · Shimla · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹7.2L – ₹18L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 2 Aug 30 days left
Shimla, Himachal Pradeshfull-timePosted 17d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Delhi Public School
City
Shimla
State
Himachal Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.2L – ₹18L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
16 Jun 2026
Closing date
2 Aug 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Shimla — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.2L
per year
Typical
₹12.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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HOD Commerce

at Delhi Public School

30 days left

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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

Delhi Public School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh is hiring a HOD Commerce. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Delhi Public School, established 1994, is a senior secondary school in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Role: as HOD Commerce, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.2 LPA – ₹17.6 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Delhi Public School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.

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.

What is the salary for this HOD Commerce 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.

How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "HOD Commerce application — Delhi Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Delhi Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Delhi Public School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What is the average HOD Commerce salary in Shimla?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to HOD Commerce roles in Shimla. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

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Role details

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About the school

Delhi Public School

Key facts about Delhi Public School

Key facts
Founded
1994
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MUKESH KUMAR GUPTA
Affiliation #
630050
Address
N J P C JHAKRI RAMPUR BUSHAR DISTT. SHIMLA HIMACHAL PRADESH, N J P, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 172201

Delhi Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1994, located in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.

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