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Principal

₹7.8L – ₹15L / yr7–10 yrsCloses 25 Aug
Raigad, Maharashtrafull-timePosted 7d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Kendriya Vidyalaya
City
Raigad
State
Maharashtra
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹7.8L – ₹15L per year
Experience
7–10 years
Posted
26 Jun 2026
Closing date
25 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Raigad — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.8L
per year
Typical
₹11.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹14.7L
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

Join Kendriya Vidyalaya in Raigad, Maharashtra as our next Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About Kendriya Vidyalaya in Raigad, Maharashtra: a senior secondary institution, established 1971, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. 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. 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 (₹7.8 LPA – ₹14.7 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Kendriya Vidyalaya academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Raigad.

Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?

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Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

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.

How do I write an application email for this Principal role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal 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.

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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
1971
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RAJESH KUMAR PATIL
Affiliation #
1100017
Address
N A D KARANJA POST TAL-URAN RAIGAD DIST. MAHARASHTRA, N A D, Raigad, Maharashtra, 400704

Kendriya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1971, located in Raigad, Maharashtra.

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