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Principal

₹7.4L – ₹9.6L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 3 Aug
Khordha, Odishafull-timePosted 23d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
East Coast Railwaey Mixed Higher Sec. School
City
Khordha
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.4L – ₹9.6L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
9 Jun 2026
Closing date
3 Aug 2026

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Principal salary in Khordha — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.4L
per year
Typical
₹8.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹9.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
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Overview

East Coast Railwaey Mixed Higher Sec. School is hiring a Principal in Khordha, Odisha. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. East Coast Railwaey Mixed Higher Sec. School in Khordha, Odisha operates as a secondary school, established 1915, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Role: as Principal, 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹7.4 LPA – ₹9.6 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application via the button on this listing so East Coast Railwaey Mixed Higher Sec. School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

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.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

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.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

Who fits

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About the school

East Coast Railwaey Mixed Higher Sec. School

Key facts about East Coast Railwaey Mixed Higher Sec. School

Key facts
Founded
1915
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
SABITA KUMARI
Affiliation #
1530101
Address
KHURDA ROAD, JATNI, KHURD, ORISSA, Khurda Road, Khordha, Odisha, 752050

East Coast Railwaey Mixed Higher Sec. School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1915, located in Khordha, Odisha.

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