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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3
- City
- Pathankot
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹10.1L – ₹23.4L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 3 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 4 Aug 2026
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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 46+ years.
Job description
Overview
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3 in Pathankot, Punjab is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. About PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3: a senior secondary institution in Pathankot, Punjab — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1980,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. Context: the Principal 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. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹10.1 LPA – ₹23.4 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
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 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 is the salary for this Principal role?
The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3 and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What is the average Principal salary in Pathankot?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Pathankot. 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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3 follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.
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.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
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Role details
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- 1
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Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3
- Founded
- 1980
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- PARAMHANS PRASAD YADAV
- Affiliation #
- 1600015
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya No 3 is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1980, located in Pathankot, Punjab.
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