TGT Social Studies
at Indira Gandhi Government High School, Katterikuppam · Puducherry · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- TGT Social Studies
- School
- Indira Gandhi Government High School, Katterikuppam
- City
- Puducherry
- State
- Puducherry
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.8L – ₹4.4L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
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TGT Social Studies salary in Puducherry — snapshot
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Indira Gandhi Government High School, Katterikuppam in Puducherry, Puducherry is inviting applications for a TGT Social Studies. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Indira Gandhi Government High School, Katterikuppam, established 1973, runs as a secondary campus in Puducherry, Puducherry — 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. Role: as TGT Social Studies, you own day-to-day classroom delivery for the assigned grades and sections — lesson planning, teaching, assessment design, and student feedback within the school's academic framework. Core responsibilities:
- Teach assigned classes per the published timetable.
- Plan units, lessons, and assessments using school templates.
- Track attendance, performance, and behaviour; act on early warnings.
- Engage with parents through structured PTMs and informal check-ins.
- Take part in the school's PD calendar and observation cycles. Qualifications and skills:
- Graduation in the subject with a recognised teaching qualification.
- Demonstrated classroom delivery with the relevant age group.
- Clear understanding of formative and summative assessment design.
- Ability to collaborate within a subject team on shared plans.
- Punctuality, professionalism, and a strong sense of ownership. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹2.8 LPA – ₹4.4 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Indira Gandhi Government High School, Katterikuppam academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Indira Gandhi Government High School, Katterikuppam located?
The school is in Puducherry, Puducherry. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
How much experience do I need for this TGT Social Studies role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
What questions are asked in a TGT Social Studies interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
What is the average TGT Social Studies salary in Puducherry?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, TGT Social Studies pay in Puducherry 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.
Does Indira Gandhi Government High School, Katterikuppam help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Puducherry offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
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Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about Indira Gandhi Government High School, Katterikuppam
- Founded
- 1973
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- I ARIGOVINDAN
- Affiliation #
- 2920170
Indira Gandhi Government High School, Katterikuppam is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1973, located in Puducherry, Puducherry.
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