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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bsf Gandhinagar
- City
- Cooch Behar
- State
- West Bengal
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹11L – ₹17L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 15 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 11 Aug 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 16+ years.
Job description
Overview
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bsf Gandhinagar is looking for a Principal in Cooch Behar, West Bengal to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. About PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bsf Gandhinagar: a senior secondary institution in Cooch Behar, West Bengal — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2010,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Why join us:
- Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹11.3 LPA – ₹17.4 LPA).
- Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
- Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
- A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
- A campus that respects educators as professionals. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bsf Gandhinagar academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.
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Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
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.
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.
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.
Where exactly is PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bsf Gandhinagar located?
The school is in Cooch Behar, West Bengal. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bsf Gandhinagar?
Yes — the band shown is a starting point. Schools consider your last-drawn CTC, teaching experience, board expertise (CBSE) and any specialist skills. Come prepared with a specific number and a 1-line justification.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
Requirements & role details
Role details
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- 1
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bsf Gandhinagar
Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bsf Gandhinagar
- Founded
- 2010
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- DAYA SHANKER VIJAY
- Affiliation #
- 2400059
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bsf Gandhinagar is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2010, located in Cooch Behar, West Bengal.
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