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Principal

at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sect-31 · Chandigarh · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹9.9L – ₹24L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 27 Aug
Chandigarh, Chandigarhfull-timePosted 13d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sect-31
City
Chandigarh
State
Chandigarh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.9L – ₹24L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
27 Aug 2026

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Principal salary in Chandigarh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.9L
per year
Typical
₹16.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

at PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sect-31

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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, Sect-31 in Chandigarh, Chandigarh 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, Sect-31 in Chandigarh, Chandigarh operates as a senior secondary school, established 1974, — a CBSE-affiliated school. A settled, professional environment with clear academic systems, structured staff meetings, and steady infrastructure investment. 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. 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. 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. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.9 LPA – ₹23.9 LPA).
  • Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
  • Professional development through workshops and internal training.
  • A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
  • Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sect-31. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Where exactly is PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sect-31 located?

The school is in Chandigarh, Chandigarh. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.

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 write an application email for this Principal role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

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.

How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

Every status change (viewed, shortlisted, interview scheduled, offered) is pushed to your dashboard and email. Turn on job alerts for the same role in the same city so you don't lose momentum if this one pauses.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

Do I have to work weekends?

Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.

Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?

Yes, for board-affiliated school teaching roles a B.Ed is generally required. Exceptions exist for very experienced subject experts and for play-school/early-years specialists.

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.

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.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sect-31

Key facts about PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sect-31

Key facts
Founded
1974
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
SUBHASH CHAND
Affiliation #
2600002
Address
SECT-31 CHANDIGARH, Sect-31, Chandigarh, Chandigarh, 160030

PM SHRI Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sect-31 is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1974, located in Chandigarh, Chandigarh.

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