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Principal

₹8.2L – ₹14L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 17 Jul 14 days left
Janjgir-champa, Chattisgarhfull-timePosted 34d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Lions DAV Public School
City
Janjgir-champa
State
Chattisgarh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.2L – ₹14L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
29 May 2026
Closing date
17 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Janjgir-champa — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.2L
per year
Typical
₹11.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

at Lions DAV Public School

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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

Join Lions DAV Public School in Janjgir-champa, Chattisgarh as our next Principal. The school invests in its faculty and runs a calm, well-organised academic calendar. About Lions DAV Public School: a senior secondary institution in Janjgir-champa, Chattisgarh — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2004,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹8.2 LPA – ₹13.8 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Lions DAV Public School academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

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.

What qualifications are required for a Principal?

Most Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

What is the salary for this Principal role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Lions DAV Public School

Key facts about Lions DAV Public School

Key facts
Founded
2004
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SUNIL SRIVASTAVA
Affiliation #
3330073
Address
CCI ROAD AKALTARA DIST- JANJGIR CHAMPA, Cci Road Akaltara, Janjgir-champa, Chattisgarh, 495552

Lions DAV Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2004, located in Janjgir-champa, Chattisgarh.

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