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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Khanapara Guwahati Dt-
- City
- Kamrup
- State
- Assam
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹12.1L – ₹27.8L per year
- Experience
- 7–9 years
- Posted
- 11 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 60+ years.
Job description
Overview
Applications are invited for a Principal at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Khanapara Guwahati Dt- in Kamrup, Assam. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Khanapara Guwahati Dt-, established 1966, is a senior secondary campus in Kamrup, Assam — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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 (₹12.1 LPA – ₹27.8 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. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Khanapara Guwahati Dt- instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.
Common questions about this role
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Does PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Khanapara Guwahati Dt- help with relocation from another city?
Relocation support varies by school. Residential campuses often include free accommodation and meals; day schools may offer a one-time shifting allowance or help with local rental scouting. Confirm the specifics in writing before you accept.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Khanapara Guwahati Dt-?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
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 Kamrup.
What does a typical day look like?
School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
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.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Khanapara Guwahati Dt-
- Founded
- 1966
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- PURUSHOTTAM SINHA
- Affiliation #
- 200003
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Khanapara Guwahati Dt- is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1966, located in Kamrup, Assam.
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