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Principal

₹8.0L – ₹22L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 28 Jul 25 days left
Gurugram, Haryanafull-timePosted 42d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Gurgaon World School
City
Gurugram
State
Haryana
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.0L – ₹22L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
22 May 2026
Closing date
28 Jul 2026

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Principal salary in Gurugram — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.0L
per year
Typical
₹15.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹22.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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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

Gurgaon World School in Gurugram, Haryana is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About Gurgaon World School in Gurugram, Haryana: a senior secondary institution, established 2011, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹8.0 LPA – ₹22.1 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Gurgaon World School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

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.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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.

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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About the school

Gurgaon World School

Key facts about Gurgaon World School

Key facts
Founded
2011
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Nisha Yadav
Affiliation #
531113
Address
VILLAGE-PAHARI, TEHSIL-PATAUDI, DISTT-GURGAON, HARYANA, Village-pahari, Gurugram, Haryana, 123003

Gurgaon World School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2011, located in Gurugram, Haryana.

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