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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Eklavya Model Residential School (emrs), Thakurmunda
- City
- Mayurbhanj
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹11.3L – ₹18.0L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Jul 2026
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Job description
Overview
Eklavya Model Residential School (emrs), Thakurmunda is recruiting a Principal in Mayurbhanj, Odisha. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. About Eklavya Model Residential School (emrs), Thakurmunda: a secondary institution in Mayurbhanj, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2024,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Position: as Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹11.3 LPA – ₹18.0 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Eklavya Model Residential School (emrs), Thakurmunda. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
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.
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What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
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.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
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Does Eklavya Model Residential School (emrs), Thakurmunda help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
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Key facts about Eklavya Model Residential School (emrs), Thakurmunda
- Founded
- 2024
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- PRASHANT KUMAR
- Affiliation #
- 1520505
Eklavya Model Residential School (emrs), Thakurmunda is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2024, located in Mayurbhanj, Odisha.
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