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Principal

₹7.4L – ₹11L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 22 Aug
Leh, Ladakhfull-timePosted 25d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Govt Higher Secondary School Chuchot Shamma
City
Leh
State
Ladakh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.4L – ₹11L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
8 Jun 2026
Closing date
22 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Leh

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Leh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.4L
per year
Typical
₹9.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹11.1L
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

An opening for a Principal in Leh, Ladakh at Govt Higher Secondary School Chuchot Shamma. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Govt Higher Secondary School Chuchot Shamma in Leh, Ladakh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1955,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.4 LPA – ₹11.1 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. Submit your application on this page and Govt Higher Secondary School Chuchot Shamma will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

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.

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.

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 average Principal salary in Leh?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Leh 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 staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

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.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

Who fits

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About the school

Govt Higher Secondary School Chuchot Shamma

Key facts about Govt Higher Secondary School Chuchot Shamma

Key facts
Founded
1955
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Yahya Khan
Affiliation #
3720133
Address
HEMIS ROAD , CHUCHOT SHAMMA, Hemis Road, Leh, Ladakh, 194101

Govt Higher Secondary School Chuchot Shamma is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1955, located in Leh, Ladakh.

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