Principal
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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Govt High School, Sect 52
- City
- Chandigarh
- State
- Chandigarh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹25L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 21 Aug 2026
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Principal
at Govt High School, Sect 52
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Why apply
- 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
Govt High School, Sect 52 in Chandigarh, Chandigarh is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Govt High School, Sect 52 in Chandigarh, Chandigarh functions as a secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1991,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.8 LPA – ₹25.0 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 Govt High School, Sect 52. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
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Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?
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What is the salary for this Principal role?
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Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Govt High School, Sect 52
Key facts about Govt High School, Sect 52
- Founded
- 1991
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- GURKREET SAMA
- Affiliation #
- 2620092
Govt High School, Sect 52 is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1991, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.
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