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Admissions Counsellor

at M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School · Chennai · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹2.3L – ₹4.3L / yr2–5 yrsCloses 25 Jul 20 days left
Chennai, TamilnaducontractPosted 41d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Admissions Counsellor
School
M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School
City
Chennai
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹2.3L – ₹4.3L per year
Experience
2–5 years
Posted
25 May 2026
Closing date
25 Jul 2026

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Admissions Counsellor salary in Chennai — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹2.3L
per year
Typical
₹3.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹4.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Overview

M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School is hiring a Admissions Counsellor in Chennai, Tamilnadu. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School, established 2021, is a senior secondary campus in Chennai, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. Position: the Admissions Counsellor sits inside the school's operations team and is the single point of ownership for the assigned function — clean records and high process discipline. Day to day, you will:

  • Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.
  • Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.
  • Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.
  • Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.
  • Escalate exceptions to the right authority early. Candidate requirements:
  • Graduate with 1–5 years in administration or operations.
  • Organised, methodical, and dependable day to day.
  • Comfortable handling documentation, reports, and structured workflows.
  • Good at coordinating across teams without losing details.
  • Calm under pressure during admissions, exams, and major events. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹2.3 LPA – ₹4.2 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 M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

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.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Is school transport available for staff?

Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

Does M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School help with relocation from another city?

Many CBSE, ICSE and IB schools in Chennai 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.

Where exactly is M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School located?

The school is in Chennai, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

What arrangements are there for women teachers' commute and safety?

Staff transport with defined pickup points, a women-first evening drop policy, CCTV coverage in corridors and staff areas, and an active Internal Complaints Committee are the norm at most established Indian schools. Ask HR for the specific route serving your locality.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

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M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School

Key facts about M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School

Key facts
Founded
2021
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
JAYSHREE KIRAN
Affiliation #
1931462
Address
LUZ CHURCH ROAD,, MYLAPORE,, Luz Church Road, Chennai, Tamilnadu, 600004

M.ct.m. Chidambaram Chettyar School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2021, located in Chennai, Tamilnadu.

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