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at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cantt · Kanpur Nagar · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12L – ₹16L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 18 Aug
Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradeshfull-timePosted 5d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cantt
City
Kanpur Nagar
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹16L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Kanpur Nagar — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12L
per year
Typical
₹14L
per year
Senior / high
₹16L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cantt in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cantt in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1982,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. 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. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.5 LPA – ₹15.9 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cantt. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

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 is the salary for this Principal role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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 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 much experience do I need for this Principal role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

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.

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.

How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?

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PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cantt

Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cantt

Key facts
Founded
1982
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SOM PAL
Affiliation #
2100039
Address
KANPUR CANTT KANPUR UTTAR PRADESH, Cantt, Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, 208004

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Cantt is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1982, located in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh.

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