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Principal

₹10L – ₹12L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 6 Aug
Burhanpur, Madhya Pradeshfull-timePosted 29d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Kendriya Vidyalaya
City
Burhanpur
State
Madhya Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹10L – ₹12L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
4 Jun 2026
Closing date
6 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Burhanpur

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Burhanpur — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.4L
per year
Typical
₹11.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.4L
per year

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.
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Job description

Overview

Kendriya Vidyalaya is recruiting a Principal in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. About Kendriya Vidyalaya in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh: a senior secondary institution, established 1981, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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 (₹10.4 LPA – ₹12.4 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 receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

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 Principal salary in Burhanpur?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Burhanpur 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.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

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

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

What is the salary for this Principal role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

What questions are asked in a Principal 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.

Who fits

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About the school

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
1981
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ARVIND KUMAR SINGH
Affiliation #
1000019
Address
NEPANAGAR DISTT BURHANPUR MADHYA PRADESH, Nepanagar Distt, Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh, 450221

Kendriya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1981, located in Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh.

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