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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Eklavya Model Residential School Gewardha
- City
- Gadchiroli
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.3L – ₹26L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
A vacancy has opened for a Principal at Eklavya Model Residential School Gewardha in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. About the institution: Eklavya Model Residential School Gewardha in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra — a senior secondary setup, established 2019, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. 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. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹9.3 LPA – ₹25.9 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Eklavya Model Residential School Gewardha. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Can I negotiate the salary at Eklavya Model Residential School Gewardha?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
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.
How much experience do I need for this Principal 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.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Most reputable schools in Gadchiroli run staff transport (bus or shared cab) covering the main residential clusters, with women-first drop after evening duties. On-campus, ICC (Internal Complaints Committee) compliance is standard. Confirm the route map and the last drop time during the interview.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Eklavya Model Residential School Gewardha"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Eklavya Model Residential School Gewardha and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
What questions are asked in a Principal interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Gadchiroli.
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.
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Key facts about Eklavya Model Residential School Gewardha
- Founded
- 2019
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- Dharmendra Singh Thakur
- Affiliation #
- 1120100
Eklavya Model Residential School Gewardha is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2019, located in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra.
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