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Principal

at Manish Papneja Memial Public School · Kurukshetra · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.8L – ₹8.9L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 27 Jul 24 days left
Kurukshetra, Haryanafull-timePosted 40d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Manish Papneja Memial Public School
City
Kurukshetra
State
Haryana
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.8L – ₹8.9L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
24 May 2026
Closing date
27 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Kurukshetra — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.8L
per year
Typical
₹8.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹8.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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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.
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Job description

Overview

Manish Papneja Memial Public School has opened applications for a Principal in Kurukshetra, Haryana. The role suits educators who pair classroom rigour with genuine care for student wellbeing. Manish Papneja Memial Public School in Kurukshetra, Haryana functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2008,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹8.8 LPA – ₹8.9 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Manish Papneja Memial Public School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

What is the average Principal salary in Kurukshetra?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Kurukshetra. 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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

Where exactly is Manish Papneja Memial Public School located?

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

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.

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Kurukshetra.

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.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

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.

Can I negotiate the salary at Manish Papneja Memial Public School?

Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

You'll get a status notification on School Jobs India (and by email) each time the school updates your application — Shortlisted, Interviewing, Offered or Not selected. Sign in and open "My applications" to see the timeline anytime.

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Manish Papneja Memial Public School

Key facts about Manish Papneja Memial Public School

Key facts
Founded
2008
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Rachna Batra
Affiliation #
530697
Address
CHAPPRA ROAD, ISMAILABAD, DISTT. KURUKSHETRA, Chappra Road, Kurukshetra, Haryana, 136129

Manish Papneja Memial Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Kurukshetra, Haryana.

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