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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya, Old Cantt Teliar
- City
- Prayagraj
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹9.0L – ₹21L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 4 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 5 Aug 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
Immediate opening: Principal at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Old Cantt Teliar in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Kendriya Vidyalaya, Old Cantt Teliar, established 1989, is a senior secondary campus in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. What you will do:
- Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
- Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
- Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
- Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
- Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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 (₹9.0 LPA – ₹20.8 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Kendriya Vidyalaya, Old Cantt Teliar. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Old Cantt Teliar follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
How much experience do I need for this Principal role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
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, Old Cantt Teliar located?
The school is in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Old Cantt Teliar
Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya, Old Cantt Teliar
- Founded
- 1989
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- RAJEEV KUMAR TIWARI
- Affiliation #
- 2100078
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Old Cantt Teliar is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1989, located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
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