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Principal

₹12L – ₹14L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 27 Aug
Puducherry, Puducherrypart-timePosted 13d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Government Higher Secondary School , Korkadu
City
Puducherry
State
Puducherry
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Part Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹14L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
27 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Puducherry — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.7L
per year
Typical
₹13.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.4L
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.
  • Established school — running for 56+ years.
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Overview

Government Higher Secondary School , Korkadu in Puducherry, Puducherry is hiring a Principal. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. Government Higher Secondary School , Korkadu, established 1970, is a senior secondary campus in Puducherry, Puducherry — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹11.7 LPA – ₹14.4 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Government Higher Secondary School , Korkadu hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

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.

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.

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.

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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.

How do I write an application email for this Principal role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

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About the school

Government Higher Secondary School , Korkadu

Key facts about Government Higher Secondary School , Korkadu

Key facts
Founded
1970
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
MURALI S
Affiliation #
2920084
Address
KORKADU, KORKADU, Korkadu, Puducherry, Puducherry, 605110

Government Higher Secondary School , Korkadu is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1970, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.

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