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Principal

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

₹12.1L – ₹28.3L / yr5–9 yrsCloses 10 Aug
Mysuru, Karnatakafull-timePosted 16d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
City
Mysuru
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12.1L – ₹28.3L per year
Experience
5–9 years
Posted
19 Jun 2026
Closing date
10 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Mysuru

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Mysuru — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.1L
per year
Typical
₹20.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹28.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Mysuru, Karnataka is on the lookout for a Principal. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Mysuru, Karnataka functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1988,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹12.1 LPA – ₹28.3 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. 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.

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Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

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What is the average Principal salary in Mysuru?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Mysuru. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

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 background verification done before joining?

Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.

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.

Is English fluency required?

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

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Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
1988
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
V PRASAD
Affiliation #
840014
Address
HONDARABALA VILLAGE CHAMARAJANAGAR TQ & DIST MYSORE DISTT. KARNATAKA, Hondarabala Chamarajanagar Tq, Mysuru, Karnataka, 571117

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1988, located in Mysuru, Karnataka.

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