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

₹8.2L – ₹19.9L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 11 Sept
Giridih, JharkhandcontractPosted 5d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya
City
Giridih
State
Jharkhand
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹8.2L – ₹19.9L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Closing date
11 Sept 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Giridih — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.2L
per year
Typical
₹14.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 32+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Join the faculty at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya as a Principal in Giridih, Jharkhand. The school maintains high academic standards alongside a collaborative, professional staff culture. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, established 1994, is a senior secondary campus in Giridih, Jharkhand — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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 at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹8.2 LPA – ₹19.9 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

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.

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 accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

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.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

Is background verification done before joining?

Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.

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.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

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.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

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About the school

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
1994
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Sharad Kumar
Affiliation #
3440008
Address
NAVODAYA GRAM AT & PO GANDEY DISTT GIRIDIH JHARKHAND, Navodaya Gram At, Giridih, Jharkhand, 815312

Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1994, located in Giridih, Jharkhand.

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