Principal — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan Vacancy at Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan, Kolkata
Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha NiketanKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan
- School
- Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan
- City
- Kolkata
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 18–20 years
- Posted
- 16 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Compare against the market: Principal salary in Kolkata
Job description
Overview
Now hiring: Principal — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan, Kolkata, West Bengal. Shortlisting begins immediately and interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 33+ years. Use the Apply button to register your interest — interviews are usually scheduled within 5–7 days.
Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan, a State Board school in Kolkata, 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: Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan is a State Board Day School in Pancha Sayar, Kolkata.
What you'll handle as a Principal — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan
Own the school's strategic plan, build and coach the leadership team, manage budgets and infrastructure, and steer culture from assembly to award day.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Kolkata
Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.
Common questions about this role
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
How much experience do I need for this Principal — Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan role?
The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.
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.
About Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan
Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1993, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.
Panchasayar Sishu/Siksha Niketan is a State Board Day School in Pancha Sayar, Kolkata.
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