HOD Commerce
at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Jindrah P.o. Kanyalaya Distt. Jammu · Jammu · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya, Jindrah P.o. Kanyalaya Distt. Jammu
- City
- Jammu
- State
- Jammu & Kashmir
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹7.6L – ₹9.2L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 18 May 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Jul 20266 days left
HOD Commerce salary in Jammu — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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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.
Job description
Overview
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Jindrah P.o. Kanyalaya Distt. Jammu is hiring a HOD Commerce in Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. Kendriya Vidyalaya, Jindrah P.o. Kanyalaya Distt. Jammu in Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1986,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. What the role looks like: the HOD Commerce owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.6 LPA – ₹9.2 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. Apply now using this listing, and your CV reaches the Kendriya Vidyalaya, Jindrah P.o. Kanyalaya Distt. Jammu hiring team within minutes. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; expect a response inside one working week.
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Can I negotiate the salary at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Jindrah P.o. Kanyalaya Distt. Jammu?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?
Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Response times vary, but shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within a week. You'll get a notification on School Jobs India the moment the school updates your application status.
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 average HOD Commerce salary in Jammu?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Commerce pay in Jammu varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
How do I apply for this HOD Commerce vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
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.
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Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya, Jindrah P.o. Kanyalaya Distt. Jammu
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- NAVEEN KUMAR
- Affiliation #
- 700022
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Jindrah P.o. Kanyalaya Distt. Jammu is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir.
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