HOD Commerce
at Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi · Udupi · Apply in under 60 seconds.
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Commerce
- School
- Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi
- City
- Udupi
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹24L per year
- Experience
- 6–10 years
- Posted
- 17 May 2026
- Closing date
- 25 Jul 2026
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HOD Commerce
at Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
Job description
Overview
Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi is hiring a HOD Commerce in Udupi, Karnataka. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. About the institution: Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi in Udupi, Karnataka — a secondary setup, established 2015, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. About the role: the HOD Commerce is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.1 LPA – ₹24.0 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this HOD Commerce 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.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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Can I negotiate the salary at Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce 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.
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.
Does Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi help with relocation from another city?
Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Udupi offer on-campus or subsidised accommodation, one-time relocation reimbursement, or help finding rentals nearby. Ask about "relocation assistance" and "staff quarters" in the interview — it's a common ask.
How do I apply for this HOD Commerce vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
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.
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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 3
Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi
Key facts about Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi
- Founded
- 2015
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- N KAREEM KHAN
- Affiliation #
- 800044
Kendriya Vidyalaya Udupi is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2015, located in Udupi, Karnataka.
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