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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Banikhet
- City
- Chamba
- State
- Himachal Pradesh
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Part Time
- Salary
- ₹11.0L – ₹12.8L per year
- Experience
- 6–9 years
- Posted
- 2 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 30 Jul 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 43+ years.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a Principal in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Banikhet. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. About PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Banikhet in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh: a senior secondary institution, established 1983, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Position: as Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Day to day, you will:
- Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
- Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
- Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
- Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
- Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.0 LPA – ₹12.8 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Banikhet. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
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What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
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Can I negotiate the salary at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Banikhet?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Where exactly is PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Banikhet located?
The school is in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Banikhet
- Founded
- 1983
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- KARAMJEET KAUR
- Affiliation #
- 600007
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya Banikhet is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1983, located in Chamba, Himachal Pradesh.
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