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Principal

at Eklavya Residential School · Ahmednagar · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹13L – ₹16L / yr7–11 yrsCloses 25 Jul 21 days left
Ahmednagar, Maharashtrafull-timePosted 29d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Eklavya Residential School
City
Ahmednagar
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹16L per year
Experience
7–11 years
Posted
5 Jun 2026
Closing date
25 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Ahmednagar — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹13L
per year
Typical
₹14L
per year
Senior / high
₹16L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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

An opening for a Principal in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra at Eklavya Residential School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Eklavya Residential School in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2015,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹12.8 LPA – ₹15.9 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application on this page and Eklavya Residential School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

What is the average Principal salary in Ahmednagar?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Ahmednagar varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

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.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?

Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.

What is the salary for this Principal role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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.

Does Eklavya Residential School help with relocation from another city?

Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Ahmednagar offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.

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.

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Eklavya Residential School

Key facts about Eklavya Residential School

Key facts
Founded
2015
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Mr. Mahesh Tatyaba Sahane
Affiliation #
1120013
Address
MAVESHI. TAL. AKOLE, DIST- AHMEDNAGAR, MAHARASHTRA- 422 604, Maveshi. Tal. Akole, Ahmednagar, Maharashtra, 422604

Eklavya Residential School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Ahmednagar, Maharashtra.

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