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Principal

₹12L – ₹16L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 3 Jul 1 day 4h left
Chandigarh, Chandigarhfull-timePosted 45d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Govt High School, Sector-40a
City
Chandigarh
State
Chandigarh
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹16L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
18 May 2026
Closing date
3 Jul 2026

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
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Job description

Overview

Govt High School, Sector-40a in Chandigarh, Chandigarh is on the lookout for a Principal. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. School profile: Govt High School, Sector-40a in Chandigarh, Chandigarh — a secondary setup, established 1982, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. 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 and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹12.2 LPA – ₹16.0 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 through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Govt High School, Sector-40a instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

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Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

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About the school

Govt High School, Sector-40a

Key facts about Govt High School, Sector-40a

Key facts
Founded
1982
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
PARVEEN KUMAR MEHTA
Affiliation #
2620064
Address
SECTOR-40A CHANDIGARH, Sector-40a, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, 160036

Govt High School, Sector-40a is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1982, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.

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