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Principal

₹13L – ₹26L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 19 Aug
Rayagada, Odishafull-timePosted 15d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Eklavya Model Residential School
City
Rayagada
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹26L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
18 Jun 2026
Closing date
19 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Rayagada — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.6L
per year
Typical
₹19.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹26.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • 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

Eklavya Model Residential School in Rayagada, Odisha is accepting applications for a Principal. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. School profile: Eklavya Model Residential School in Rayagada, Odisha — a senior secondary setup, established 2000, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.6 LPA – ₹26.0 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Eklavya Model Residential School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Eklavya Model Residential School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

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.

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

What qualifications are required for a Principal?

Most Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

Eklavya Model Residential School

Key facts about Eklavya Model Residential School

Key facts
Founded
2000
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SANTOSH KUMAR PATRA
Affiliation #
1520008
Address
AT-SIRIGUDA, PO HALUA DISTT RAYAGADA, At-siriguda, Rayagada, Odisha, 765002

Eklavya Model Residential School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2000, located in Rayagada, Odisha.

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