HOD Science
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Key facts
- Role
- HOD Science
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya
- City
- Cuttack
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.9L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 6–8 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Aug 2026
HOD Science salary in Cuttack — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
HOD Science
at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya
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Why apply
- 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.
Job description
Overview
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya is looking for a HOD Science in Cuttack, Odisha to strengthen its academic team. The school encourages peer observation and continuous professional learning. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya in Cuttack, Odisha is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1980,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. Context: the HOD Science 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.9 LPA – ₹19.4 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 here so PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Is accommodation provided?
Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.
What is the average HOD Science salary in Cuttack?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, HOD Science pay in Cuttack varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
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.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
What is the leave policy?
Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya
Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya
- Founded
- 1980
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- ANAND BALLABH PANDEY
- Affiliation #
- 1500010
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1980, located in Cuttack, Odisha.
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