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Principal

₹13L – ₹28L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 30 Jul 27 days left
Indore, Madhya PradeshcontractPosted 26d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Guru Harkrishan Public School
City
Indore
State
Madhya Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹13L – ₹28L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
7 Jun 2026
Closing date
30 Jul 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Indore

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Indore — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.5L
per year
Typical
₹20.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹28.2L
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.
  • Established school — running for 44+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Principal at Guru Harkrishan Public School in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. Guru Harkrishan Public School in Indore, Madhya Pradesh operates as a senior secondary school, established 1982, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. Position: as Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹12.5 LPA – ₹28.2 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Guru Harkrishan Public School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Is accommodation provided?

Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.

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.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

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

How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?

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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 Indore.

How big are the classes?

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

Guru Harkrishan Public School

Key facts about Guru Harkrishan Public School

Key facts
Founded
1982
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Reena Duggal
Affiliation #
1030034
Address
KHANDWA ROAD INDORE MADHYA PRADESH, Khandwa Road, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, 452001

Guru Harkrishan Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1982, located in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

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