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Principal

at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya · Mainpuri · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.0L – ₹21.0L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 28 Jul 23 days left
Mainpuri, Uttar PradeshcontractPosted 43d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
City
Mainpuri
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹9.0L – ₹21.0L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
23 May 2026
Closing date
28 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Mainpuri — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.0L
per year
Typical
₹15.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.0L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 34+ years.
What you'll do

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Overview

Join the faculty at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya as a Principal in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1992,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹9.0 LPA – ₹21.0 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

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.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

Can I negotiate the salary at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya?

Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.

How do I write an application email for this Principal role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

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Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
1992
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RAJESH KUMAR YADAV
Affiliation #
2140026
Address
AHMEDPUR BHOGAON MAINPURI DT UTTAR PRADESH, Ahmedpur Bhogaon, Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh, 205262

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1992, located in Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh.

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