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Principal

₹7.5L – ₹15L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 14 Jul 11 days left
Darjeeling, West BengalcontractPosted 42d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
North Point Residential School
City
Darjeeling
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹7.5L – ₹15L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
21 May 2026
Closing date
14 Jul 2026

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Principal salary in Darjeeling — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹7.5L
per year
Typical
₹11.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹15.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
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Job description

Overview

Immediate opening: Principal at North Point Residential School in Darjeeling, West Bengal. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. North Point Residential School, established 2012, is a senior secondary school in Darjeeling, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹7.5 LPA – ₹15.2 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by North Point Residential School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

Where exactly is North Point Residential School located?

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

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

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

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.

What is the salary for this Principal role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

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About the school

North Point Residential School

Key facts about North Point Residential School

Key facts
Founded
2012
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SUMITA RAI
Affiliation #
2430150
Address
OPPOSITE S.S.B CAMP P.O-RANIDANGA, Opposite S.s.b Camp, Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734012

North Point Residential School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Darjeeling, West Bengal.

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