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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalya
- City
- Mahendragarh
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹10.5L – ₹16.6L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Aug 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 38+ years.
Job description
Overview
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalya in Mahendragarh, Haryana is accepting applications for a Principal. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalya in Mahendragarh, Haryana is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1988,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹10.5 LPA – ₹16.6 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 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalya academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Does Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalya help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Mahendragarh 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.
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Where exactly is Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalya located?
The school is in Mahendragarh, Haryana. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
How much experience do I need for this Principal 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.
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 is the salary for this Principal role?
Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.
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.
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.
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Key facts about Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalya
- Founded
- 1988
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- BRIJMOHAN LAL RAWAT
- Affiliation #
- 540005
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1988, located in Mahendragarh, Haryana.
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