Office Assistant
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Key facts
- Role
- Office Assistant
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya
- City
- Lunglei
- State
- Mizoram
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.5L – ₹3.2L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 28 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 22 Aug 2026
Office Assistant salary in Lunglei — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Office Assistant
at Kendriya Vidyalaya
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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
Kendriya Vidyalaya in Lunglei, Mizoram is accepting applications for a Office Assistant. You will work with an experienced academic team in a setting that prioritises learning outcomes. Kendriya Vidyalaya in Lunglei, Mizoram operates as a secondary school, established 2003, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. What the role looks like: as Office Assistant, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. What you will do:
- Act as the single point of ownership for the assigned function.
- Follow defined process flows and keep records audit-ready.
- Provide leadership with accurate, timely operational information.
- Work with external vendors to ensure quality service delivery.
- Support the operations team during exam cycles and large events. Ideal candidate — you have:
- Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.
- A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.
- Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.
- Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.
- A learning mindset for new tools the school adopts. Benefits at a glance:
- Market-aligned salary (₹2.5 LPA – ₹3.2 LPA).
- Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
- Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
- A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
- Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Kendriya Vidyalaya. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
How do I apply for this Office Assistant vacancy?
Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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.
How do I write an application email for this Office Assistant role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Office Assistant application — Kendriya Vidyalaya"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Kendriya Vidyalaya and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
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.
What is the average Office Assistant salary in Lunglei?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Office Assistant roles in Lunglei. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 2003
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- AMBUJ KUMAR
- Affiliation #
- 2300002
Kendriya Vidyalaya is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Lunglei, Mizoram.
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Interview questions & answers for Office Assistant
Common questions Indian schools ask for Office Assistant roles in Lunglei (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Office Assistant band in Lunglei (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.
2. How should I discuss my notice period and joining date?
Be upfront and specific: last working day at current school, earliest realistic joining date, and any flexibility (early release, unpaid leave). Schools plan around academic calendars — a clear date wins over vague "as soon as possible".
3. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the Office Assistant brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why Kendriya Vidyalaya in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
4. What questions should I ask at the end?
Ask three: one about the team (department size, coordinator style), one about growth (PD budget, appraisal cadence), and one about the school (a specific programme). Avoid opening with leave/salary questions unless the panel invites them.
5. What experience is most relevant to a Office Assistant role at a school?
Lead with prior school or education-sector experience if you have it. If not, translate transferable skills (safeguarding awareness, working with minors, compliance, shift discipline) into school-specific scenarios — Kendriya Vidyalaya wants to picture you on day one.
6. Why do you want to work at Kendriya Vidyalaya?
Show you've done the homework: reference the CBSE curriculum, the Lunglei campus, and one specific programme or value from their website. Tie it to what you bring — pedagogy, subject expertise or a co-curricular strength.