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Admissions Counsellor

at Pailan World School · Kolkata · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹2.3L – ₹3.5L / yr3–8 yrsCloses 15 Aug
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-timePosted 13d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary

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Key facts

Role
Admissions Counsellor
School
Pailan World School
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹2.3L – ₹3.5L per year
Experience
3–8 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
15 Aug 2026

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Admissions Counsellor salary in Kolkata — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹2.3L
per year
Typical
₹2.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹3.5L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Admissions Counsellor

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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

Pailan World School in Kolkata, West Bengal is inviting applications for a Admissions Counsellor. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. School profile: Pailan World School in Kolkata, West Bengal — a senior secondary setup, established 2005, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Role: the Admissions Counsellor keeps the school's day-to-day operations running. You own the assigned function end-to-end — process, paperwork, vendor coordination, and timely escalation to leadership. Day to day, you will:

  • Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.
  • Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.
  • Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.
  • Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.
  • Escalate exceptions to the right authority early. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.
  • A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.
  • Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.
  • Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.
  • A learning mindset for new tools the school adopts. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.3 LPA – ₹3.5 LPA).
  • A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
  • Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
  • A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
  • Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application on this page and Pailan World School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

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.

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

How do I apply for this Admissions Counsellor 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.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Kolkata), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.

What kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

What questions are asked in a Admissions Counsellor interview?

Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.

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.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

What qualifications are required for a Admissions Counsellor?

Most Admissions Counsellor roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

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.

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About the school

Pailan World School

Key facts about Pailan World School

Key facts
Founded
2005
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary
Student-teacher ratio
30:1
Address
Plot B, 187-206, Phase III, Bengal Pailan Park, Joka, Plot B, 187-206, Phase III, Bengal Pailan Park, Joka, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700104

Pailan World School is a senior secondary affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Classes follow a 30:1 student–teacher ratio.

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