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HOD Commerce

at Rukmini Pusalkar Vidyalaya, · Shivamogga · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹8.4L – ₹12L / yr6–9 yrsCloses 15 Jul 11 days left
Shivamogga, Karnatakafull-timePosted 43d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
HOD Commerce
School
Rukmini Pusalkar Vidyalaya,
City
Shivamogga
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.4L – ₹12L per year
Experience
6–9 years
Posted
22 May 2026
Closing date
15 Jul 2026
Pay benchmark

HOD Commerce salary in Shivamogga — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.4L
per year
Typical
₹10L
per year
Senior / high
₹12L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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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

Rukmini Pusalkar Vidyalaya, is hiring a HOD Commerce in Shivamogga, Karnataka. A full-time role — a CBSE-affiliated school, with structured planning time and clear academic deliverables. About the institution: Rukmini Pusalkar Vidyalaya, in Shivamogga, Karnataka — a secondary setup, established 2005, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The HOD Commerce leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Compensation and environment:
  • Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.4 LPA – ₹12.2 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 online from this page to be considered by Rukmini Pusalkar Vidyalaya,. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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Is English fluency required?

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

What questions are asked in a HOD Commerce 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.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

What is the salary for this HOD Commerce role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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.

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.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

Rukmini Pusalkar Vidyalaya, follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

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.

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.

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About the school

Rukmini Pusalkar Vidyalaya,

Key facts about Rukmini Pusalkar Vidyalaya,

Key facts
Founded
2005
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
Swarna Dongre
Affiliation #
830517
Address
OXFD RESIDENTAL SCHOOL, BB STREET, ANAVATTI, SAB TALUK, SHIMOGA, Oxfd Residental School, Shivamogga, Karnataka, 577413

Rukmini Pusalkar Vidyalaya, is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in Shivamogga, Karnataka.

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