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Principal

₹13L – ₹29L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 26 Jul 23 days left
Gaya, Biharfull-timePosted 21d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Mount Litera Zee High School
City
Gaya
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹29L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
26 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Gaya — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹13.0L
per year
Typical
₹21.0L
per year
Senior / high
₹29.0L
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

An opening for a Principal in Gaya, Bihar at Mount Litera Zee High School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. Mount Litera Zee High School, established 2012, is a secondary campus in Gaya, Bihar — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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 (₹13.0 LPA – ₹29.0 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. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Mount Litera Zee High School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

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.

What is the average Principal salary in Gaya?

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

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.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.

Is there a probation period?

Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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About the school

Mount Litera Zee High School

Key facts about Mount Litera Zee High School

Key facts
Founded
2012
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
KUMARI VARSHA
Affiliation #
330461
Address
VILLAGE - KAIYA, NAWADA ROAD, GAYA, Village - Kaiya, Gaya, Bihar, 823003

Mount Litera Zee High School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Gaya, Bihar.

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