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Principal

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

₹7.5L – ₹14.5L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 25 Jul 20 days left
Birbhum, West Bengalfull-timePosted 35d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
City
Birbhum
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.5L – ₹14.5L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
30 May 2026
Closing date
25 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Birbhum — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.5L
per year
Typical
₹11.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are open for a Principal at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Birbhum, West Bengal. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About the institution: Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Birbhum, West Bengal — a senior secondary setup, established 2006, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹7.5 LPA – ₹14.5 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.

Common questions about this role

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.

What questions are asked in a Principal 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.

Where exactly is Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya located?

The school is in Birbhum, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

Every status change (viewed, shortlisted, interview scheduled, offered) is pushed to your dashboard and email. Turn on job alerts for the same role in the same city so you don't lose momentum if this one pauses.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

Does Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya help with relocation from another city?

Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Birbhum 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.

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's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

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Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
2006
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ASHUTOSH KUMAR
Affiliation #
2440015
Address
GOPAL PUR, DISTT BIRBHUM, WEST BENGAL, Gopal Pur, Birbhum, West Bengal, 731303

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2006, located in Birbhum, West Bengal.

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