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Principal

₹7.1L – ₹18L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 20 Aug
Leh, Ladakhfull-timePosted 18d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Government Higher Secondary School Khaltsi
City
Leh
State
Ladakh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.1L – ₹18L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
15 Jun 2026
Closing date
20 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Leh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.1L
per year
Typical
₹12.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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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

Government Higher Secondary School Khaltsi has opened applications for a Principal in Leh, Ladakh. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. School profile: Government Higher Secondary School Khaltsi in Leh, Ladakh — a senior secondary setup, established 1964, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. 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. 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 (₹7.1 LPA – ₹17.9 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 online from this page to be considered by Government Higher Secondary School Khaltsi. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this Principal role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

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.

Where exactly is Government Higher Secondary School Khaltsi located?

The school is in Leh, Ladakh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

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 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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Government Higher Secondary School Khaltsi

Key facts about Government Higher Secondary School Khaltsi

Key facts
Founded
1964
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
TSEWANG PALJOR
Affiliation #
3720143
Address
FARKA OFFICE COMPLEX KHALTSI, FARKA OFFICE COMPLEX KHALTSI, Farka Office Complex Khaltsi, Leh, Ladakh, 194106

Government Higher Secondary School Khaltsi is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1964, located in Leh, Ladakh.

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