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Principal

₹12L – ₹18L / yr6–8 yrsCloses 24 Aug
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 14d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Maharishi Ved Vyas Academy
City
Prayagraj
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹18L per year
Experience
6–8 years
Posted
19 Jun 2026
Closing date
24 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Prayagraj — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.5L
per year
Typical
₹14.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹18L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
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Job description

Overview

An opening for a Principal in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh at Maharishi Ved Vyas Academy. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Maharishi Ved Vyas Academy, established 2014, runs as a senior secondary campus in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. 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. Responsibilities:

  • Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
  • Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
  • Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
  • Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
  • Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹11.5 LPA – ₹18.0 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Maharishi Ved Vyas Academy receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.

Do I have to work weekends?

Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

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.

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About the school

Maharishi Ved Vyas Academy

Key facts about Maharishi Ved Vyas Academy

Key facts
Founded
2014
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
KESHARI NANDAN TIWARI
Affiliation #
2133326
Address
31 VIKAS ROAD CHAK HIRANAND, 31 Vikas Road, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, 211008

Maharishi Ved Vyas Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2014, located in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.

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