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Principal

₹8.1L – ₹16L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 2 Aug 30 days left
Chandigarh, Chandigarhfull-timePosted 25d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Govt SR SEC School, Dadu Majra Colony
City
Chandigarh
State
Chandigarh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.1L – ₹16L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
7 Jun 2026
Closing date
2 Aug 2026

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Principal salary in Chandigarh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.1L
per year
Typical
₹11.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹15.7L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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30 days left

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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 SR SEC School, Dadu Majra Colony is recruiting a Principal in Chandigarh, Chandigarh. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Govt SR SEC School, Dadu Majra Colony in Chandigarh, Chandigarh operates as a senior secondary school, established 1979, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: the Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.1 LPA – ₹15.7 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Govt SR SEC School, Dadu Majra Colony receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Chandigarh.

Is background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

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Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

Is English fluency required?

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

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.

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About the school

Govt SR SEC School, Dadu Majra Colony

Key facts about Govt SR SEC School, Dadu Majra Colony

Key facts
Founded
1979
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Ruchi Grover
Affiliation #
2620025
Address
DADU MAJRA COLONY SECTOR 38 W CHANDIGARH, Dadu Majra Colony, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, 160023

Govt SR SEC School, Dadu Majra Colony is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1979, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.

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