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Key facts
- Role
- Accountant
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Kanjikode
- City
- Palakkad
- State
- Kerala
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹2.9L – ₹6.0L per year
- Experience
- 1–3 years
- Posted
- 26 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Aug 2026
Accountant salary in Palakkad — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 40+ years.
Job description
Overview
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Kanjikode in Palakkad, Kerala is inviting applications for a Accountant. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Kanjikode in Palakkad, Kerala functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1986,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. Details: a steady, process-driven role. The Accountant brings consistency, accuracy, and professional maturity to every interaction inside and outside the school. Day to day, you will:
- Process the assigned transactions, approvals, and documentation on time.
- Maintain digital and physical records per school policy.
- Respond to internal and external queries clearly and professionally.
- Coordinate with other departments to keep the operational rhythm intact.
- Escalate exceptions to the right authority early. Ideal candidate — you have:
- Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.
- A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.
- Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.
- Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.
- A learning mindset for new tools the school adopts. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹2.9 LPA – ₹6.0 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, Kanjikode 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
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
What questions are asked in a Accountant interview?
Panels usually ask about your teaching philosophy, a demo lesson walkthrough, how you handle discipline and parents, and syllabus familiarity. See the "Interview questions & answers" section on this page for six of the most common ones and how to answer them.
How long after the interview until I get an offer letter?
Typically 3–7 working days after the final interview, once reference checks and internal approvals are done. Verbal confirmations sometimes come sooner — always wait for the written offer before resigning your current role.
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.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
Scroll to the "Similar jobs" section below to see related openings. You can also browse by city (Palakkad), role and board on School Jobs India to compare options side by side.
Are meals provided at school?
Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
Can I negotiate the salary at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Kanjikode?
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.
What is the average Accountant salary in Palakkad?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Accountant pay in Palakkad 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.
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Kanjikode
- Founded
- 1986
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- HARILAL S
- Affiliation #
- 900016
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Kanjikode is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Palakkad, Kerala.
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