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Principal

₹9.0L – ₹14L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 20 Jul 17 days left
Dantewada, Chattisgarhfull-timePosted 44d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Kendriya Vidyalaya (494556)
City
Dantewada
State
Chattisgarh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.0L – ₹14L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
20 May 2026
Closing date
20 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Dantewada — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.0L
per year
Typical
₹11.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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  • 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

Kendriya Vidyalaya (494556) in Dantewada, Chattisgarh is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About Kendriya Vidyalaya (494556): a senior secondary institution in Dantewada, Chattisgarh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1979,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. 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 and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.0 LPA – ₹13.5 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Kendriya Vidyalaya (494556) receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

Is accommodation provided?

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

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.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Kendriya Vidyalaya (494556) follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

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Role details

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About the school

Kendriya Vidyalaya (494556)

Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya (494556)

Key facts
Founded
1979
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
BALJINDER SINGH
Affiliation #
3300006
Address
BAILADILA IRON ORE PROJECT DEPOSIT NO. 14 KIRANDUL DANTEWADA DISTT CHHATTISGARH, Bailadila Iron Ore, Dantewada, Chattisgarh, 494556

Kendriya Vidyalaya (494556) is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1979, located in Dantewada, Chattisgarh.

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