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Principal

₹11L – ₹18L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 23 Aug
Katihar, Biharfull-timePosted 3d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya
City
Katihar
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹18L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Closing date
23 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Katihar

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Katihar — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.2L
per year
Typical
₹14.5L
per year
Senior / high
₹17.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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  • 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

Immediate opening: Principal at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya in Katihar, Bihar. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. About the institution: PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya in Katihar, Bihar — a senior secondary setup, established 1986, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Core responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
  • Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
  • Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
  • Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
  • Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Candidate requirements:
  • Senior educator with a balanced view of academics and operations.
  • Proven ability to mentor teachers and improve outcomes over time.
  • Strong stakeholder management — board, parents, regulators, vendors.
  • Comfortable with data — assessments, attendance, faculty metrics.
  • A long-term thinker who can also execute well in the short term. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹11.2 LPA – ₹17.8 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. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?

Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.

What is the average Principal salary in Katihar?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Katihar. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

How much experience do I need for this Principal role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Katihar.

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About the school

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya

Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya

Key facts
Founded
1986
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
ASHAD ALI KHAN
Affiliation #
300018
Address
KATIHAR BIHAR, Katihar, Bihar, 854105

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1986, located in Katihar, Bihar.

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