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Principal

₹9.0L – ₹16L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 26 Aug
Ramanathapuram, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 21d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Kendriya Vidyalaya
City
Ramanathapuram
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.0L – ₹16L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
12 Jun 2026
Closing date
26 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Ramanathapuram — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.0L
per year
Typical
₹12.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹15.7L
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

Kendriya Vidyalaya in Ramanathapuram, Tamilnadu 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: a secondary institution in Ramanathapuram, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2003,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.0 LPA – ₹15.7 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. 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

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

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

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.

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.

Where exactly is Kendriya Vidyalaya located?

The school is in Ramanathapuram, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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.

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

School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.

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About the school

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
2003
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
S VELUSAMY
Affiliation #
1900032
Address
NO. 38/A, VARTHAGAN STREET, RAMESWARAM, RAMNATHPURAM DISTT., TAMILNADU, No. 38/a, Ramanathapuram, Tamilnadu, 623526

Kendriya Vidyalaya is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Ramanathapuram, Tamilnadu.

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