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Principal

₹8.5L – ₹13L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 31 Jul 28 days left
Chandigarh, ChandigarhcontractPosted 38d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Govt SR SEC School, New Building Sect
City
Chandigarh
State
Chandigarh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹8.5L – ₹13L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
25 May 2026
Closing date
31 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Chandigarh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.5L
per year
Typical
₹11.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

at Govt SR SEC School, New Building Sect

28 days left

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Why apply

  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 42+ years.
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Job description

Overview

Govt SR SEC School, New Building Sect is hiring a Principal in Chandigarh, Chandigarh. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. Govt SR SEC School, New Building Sect, established 1984, runs as a senior secondary campus in Chandigarh, Chandigarh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.5 LPA – ₹13.5 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application on this page and Govt SR SEC School, New Building Sect will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

Where exactly is Govt SR SEC School, New Building Sect located?

The school is in Chandigarh, Chandigarh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

Is English fluency required?

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

What is the salary for this Principal role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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.

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About the school

Govt SR SEC School, New Building Sect

Key facts about Govt SR SEC School, New Building Sect

Key facts
Founded
1984
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ASHA RANI
Affiliation #
2620038
Address
NEW BUILDING SECT 37 C CHANDIGARH, New Building Sect, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, 160031

Govt SR SEC School, New Building Sect is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1984, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.

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