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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Kasthurba Gandhi Govt High School
- City
- Mahe
- State
- Puducherry
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹8.2L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Aug 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 50+ years.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a Principal in Mahe, Puducherry at Kasthurba Gandhi Govt High School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. School profile: Kasthurba Gandhi Govt High School in Mahe, Puducherry — a secondary setup, established 1976, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Position: as Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.2 LPA – ₹13.6 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Kasthurba Gandhi Govt High School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.
Common questions about this role
Does Kasthurba Gandhi Govt High School help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
How much experience do I need for this Principal role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
How will I know if my application is being reviewed?
You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.
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.
What kind of professional development is offered?
Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
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's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
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Key facts about Kasthurba Gandhi Govt High School
- Founded
- 1976
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- LIZZY FERNANDEZ
- Affiliation #
- 2920110
Kasthurba Gandhi Govt High School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1976, located in Mahe, Puducherry.
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