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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Kamla Nehru Govt Sarvodaya Kanya
- City
- New Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.3L – ₹19.8L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 16 May 2026
- Closing date
- 2 Jul 2026Closes today
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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.
Job description
Overview
Kamla Nehru Govt Sarvodaya Kanya is recruiting a Principal in New Delhi, Delhi. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. Kamla Nehru Govt Sarvodaya Kanya, established 1955, is a senior secondary school in New Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
- 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
- Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
- A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
- Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
- Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.2 LPA – ₹19.8 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Kamla Nehru Govt Sarvodaya Kanya. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Kamla Nehru Govt Sarvodaya Kanya located?
The school is in New Delhi, Delhi. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Kamla Nehru Govt Sarvodaya Kanya"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Kamla Nehru Govt Sarvodaya Kanya and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
Can I negotiate the salary at Kamla Nehru Govt Sarvodaya Kanya?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
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.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
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Key facts about Kamla Nehru Govt Sarvodaya Kanya
- Founded
- 1955
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- NEERU SHARMA
- Affiliation #
- 2764005
Kamla Nehru Govt Sarvodaya Kanya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1955, located in New Delhi, Delhi.
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