Nalanda International Academy is hiring a Principal — Nalanda International Academy in Lucknow
Nalanda International AcademyKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Nalanda International Academy
- School
- Nalanda International Academy
- City
- Lucknow
- State
- Uttar Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹14L – ₹18L per year
- Experience
- 16–18 years
- Posted
- 18 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Nalanda International Academy is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Principal — Nalanda International Academy who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: CBSE. The school has been running for 9+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Nalanda International Academy , a CBSE 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: Nalanda International Academy is a CBSE Day School in Mohanlalganj, Lucknow.
What you'll handle as a Principal — Nalanda International Academy
Set the academic calendar, drive curriculum standards, chair leadership meetings, and represent the school with parents, regulators and the community.
Working in a CBSE school
As a CBSE-affiliated school, the calendar is structured around term-wise assessments, project work and board-format mocks for senior grades.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Lucknow
Lucknow has a strong ICSE and CBSE base and is one of UP's largest hiring markets for school staff.
Common questions about this role
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.
Is there a probation period?
Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
About Nalanda International Academy
Nalanda International Academy is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2017, located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Nalanda International Academy is a CBSE Day School in Mohanlalganj, Lucknow.
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