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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School
- City
- Mussoorie
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Board
- ICSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.7L – ₹9.6L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 20 May 2026
- Closing date
- 8 Jul 20264 days left
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- ICSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is looking for a Principal in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School, established 1969, is a senior secondary school in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand — a ICSE / CISCE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹7.7 LPA – ₹9.6 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
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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.
Is this a fixed-term or open-ended contract?
The employment type is shown in the Key Facts section above. Fixed-term roles usually align to the academic year; permanent roles are open-ended after probation. The final letter will spell out renewal and exit terms.
What qualifications are required for a Principal?
Most Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
What is the average Principal salary in Mussoorie?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Mussoorie 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.
Where exactly is Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School located?
The school is in Mussoorie, Uttarakhand. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
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What is the salary for this Principal role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School follows the ICSE/ISC curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
What does a typical day look like?
Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.
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Key facts about Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School
- Founded
- 1969
- Board
- ICSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 15:1
Established in 1969, Situated in Mussoorie, Himachal Pradesh. Guru Nanak Fifth Centenary School is an ICSE & CISCE board-coed residential school having a vision of a better human society. The school boasts 480 students and 50 full-time teachers. It follows a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. The 85 acres of campus hosts modern classrooms, computer labs, an auditorium, and a spacious library. GNFCS focuses on innovative learning through digital gadgets and provides individual assistance for IIT/JEE. Vocational training is an integral part of the school curriculum with advanced sports facilities on both campuses. GNFCS is the top-ranked school in its region and provides the students with wholesome balanced vegetarian and eggetarian meals, adequate facilities to play games & exercise regularly.
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