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Principal

₹9.7L – ₹20L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 23 Aug
Patna, Biharfull-timePosted 23d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Meridian International School
City
Patna
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.7L – ₹20L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
10 Jun 2026
Closing date
23 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Patna

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Patna — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.7L
per year
Typical
₹14.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.0L
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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are open for a Principal at Meridian International School in Patna, Bihar. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Meridian International School, established 2021, is a senior secondary school in Patna, Bihar — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹9.7 LPA – ₹20.0 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at Meridian International School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

What is the average Principal salary in Patna?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Patna varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

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

How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Meridian International School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Meridian International School

Key facts about Meridian International School

Key facts
Founded
2021
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
PARUL PRIYA
Affiliation #
331300
Address
R.K. PURAM, DANAPUR, KHAGAUL ROAD, SAGUNA MORE, PATNA, R.k. Puram, Patna, Bihar, 801503

Meridian International School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2021, located in Patna, Bihar.

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