Malgudi Vidyanikethan is hiring a Principal — Malgudi Vidyanikethan in Bangalore

Malgudi Vidyanikethan
Bangalore, Karnatakafull-time₹11L – ₹19L / yrState Board13–18 yrs expPosted 13d ago

Key facts

Role
Principal — Malgudi Vidyanikethan
School
Malgudi Vidyanikethan
City
Bangalore
State
Karnataka
Board
State Board
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹19L per year
Experience
13–18 years
Posted
9 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Verified school
Day School
Est. 2013

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Job description

Overview

Malgudi Vidyanikethan is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Principal — Malgudi Vidyanikethan who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 13+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.

Malgudi Vidyanikethan, a State Board school in Bangalore, is hiring a Principal.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead the school's academic and operational vision
  • Mentor faculty and coordinators
  • Engage with parents and the management committee
  • Drive curriculum and student outcomes

Requirements:

  • 8-20 years of relevant experience
  • Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record

About the school: Malgudi Vidyanikethan is a State Board Day School in Nagarbhavi, Bangalore.

What you'll handle as a Principal — Malgudi Vidyanikethan

Set the academic calendar, drive curriculum standards, chair leadership meetings, and represent the school with parents, regulators and the community.

Working in a STATE BOARD school

This is a state-board school — expect bilingual delivery, state syllabus alignment and locally rooted curriculum context.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Bangalore

Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.

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 qualifications are required for a Principal — Malgudi Vidyanikethan?

Most Principal — Malgudi Vidyanikethan 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.

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'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.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

About Malgudi Vidyanikethan

Malgudi Vidyanikethan is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 2013, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.

Malgudi Vidyanikethan is a State Board Day School in Nagarbhavi, Bangalore.

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Day careTransportationAlumni AssociationWifiSmart ClassesArt and CraftDanceDramaPicnics and excursionDebateGardeningMusic

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