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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Kongu School Of Excellence
- City
- Dharmapuri
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10.0L – ₹11.0L per year
- Experience
- 7–11 years
- Posted
- 29 May 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Aug 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
Kongu School Of Excellence is recruiting a Principal in Dharmapuri, Tamilnadu. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. School profile: Kongu School Of Excellence in Dharmapuri, Tamilnadu — a secondary setup, established 2016, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹10.0 LPA – ₹11.0 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Kongu School Of Excellence. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.
Common questions about this role
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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What is the salary for this Principal role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
What is the average Principal salary in Dharmapuri?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Dharmapuri. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Kongu School Of Excellence follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Kongu School Of Excellence"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Kongu School Of Excellence and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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Key facts about Kongu School Of Excellence
- Founded
- 2016
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Secondary Level
- Principal
- SHARMILA DEVI J
- Affiliation #
- 1931313
Kongu School Of Excellence is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2016, located in Dharmapuri, Tamilnadu.
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