Mount Carmel College is hiring a Principal — Mount Carmel College in Lucknow
Mount Carmel CollegeKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Mount Carmel College
- School
- Mount Carmel College
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CISCE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹14L per year
- Experience
- 12–15 years
- Posted
- 19 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Mount Carmel College, a CISCE school in Lucknow, 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:
The congregation of the Apostolic Carmel was founded in 1868 by Mother Veronica of the passion in Bayonne, France, and established at Mangalore, India, in 1870. Following the path of the Carmelite Tradition of St. Teresa of Avila and of Mother Veronica the Sisters try to combine in their lives contemplation with apostolic activity according to the needs of the time. The focus of their apostolic service is 'Christ in His brethren-the church andthe world’.
The Congregation tries to fulfill the puroose of its existence through the education of youth in the various schools, colleges, technical training centres, hostels, children's homes, creches and schools for the differently abled, established throughout India, Sri Lanka, Kuwait, Bahrain and Pakistan and Africa. It aims at developing the students entrusted to its care into committed people who should be the leaven in their milieu, putting love and meaning into human life and endeavour.
Common questions about this role
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.
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.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Where exactly is Mount Carmel College located?
The school is in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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.
About Mount Carmel College
The congregation of the Apostolic Carmel was founded in 1868 by Mother Veronica of the passion in Bayonne, France, and established at Mangalore, India, in 1870. Following the path of the Carmelite Tradition of St. Teresa of Avila and of Mother Veronica the Sisters try to combine in their lives contemplation with apostolic activity according to the needs of the time. The focus of their apostolic service is 'Christ in His brethren-the church andthe world’. The Congregation tries to fulfill the puroose of its existence through the education of youth in the various schools, colleges, technical training centres, hostels, children's homes, creches and schools for the differently abled, established throughout India, Sri Lanka, Kuwait, Bahrain and Pakistan and Africa. It aims at developing the students entrusted to its care into committed people who should be the leaven in their milieu, putting love and meaning into human life and endeavour.
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