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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector-viii R K
- City
- New Delhi
- State
- Delhi
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.0L – ₹26L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Jul 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
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector-viii R K is hiring a Principal in New Delhi, Delhi. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector-viii R K in New Delhi, Delhi is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1971,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Qualifications and skills:
- Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
- Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
- Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
- Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
- High professional integrity and a clear communication style. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹10.0 LPA – ₹26.4 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector-viii R K. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
What is the average Principal salary in New Delhi?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in New Delhi 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.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?
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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 background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector-viii R K follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.
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.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
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Role details
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Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector-viii R K
Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector-viii R K
- Founded
- 1971
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- RABINDRA KUMAR
- Affiliation #
- 2700003
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector-viii R K is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1971, located in New Delhi, Delhi.
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