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Principal

₹13L – ₹23L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 24 Jul 21 days left
Sundargarh, OdishacontractPosted 32d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
S E Rly Mixed Higher Secondary School
City
Sundargarh
State
Odisha
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹13L – ₹23L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
31 May 2026
Closing date
24 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Sundargarh — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.7L
per year
Typical
₹17.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹22.6L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Established school — running for 62+ years.
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Overview

S E Rly Mixed Higher Secondary School in Sundargarh, Odisha is hiring a Principal. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. S E Rly Mixed Higher Secondary School in Sundargarh, Odisha operates as a senior secondary school, established 1964, — 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. 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. Qualifications and skills:
  • Master's degree with a recognised teaching/leadership qualification.
  • Track record of leading improvement at section or school level.
  • Hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Solid grasp of curriculum, assessment, and parent communication.
  • High professional integrity and a clear communication style. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.7 LPA – ₹22.6 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 S E Rly Mixed Higher Secondary School. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

Common questions about this role

What qualifications are required for a Principal?

Most Principal roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.

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.

What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

What questions are asked in a Principal 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.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

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About the school

S E Rly Mixed Higher Secondary School

Key facts about S E Rly Mixed Higher Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1964
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
PRABIR KUMAR DUTTA
Affiliation #
1580004
Address
BONDAMUNDA PO SUNDERGARH DISTT ORISSA, Bondamunda Sundergarh Distt, Sundargarh, Odisha, 770032

S E Rly Mixed Higher Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1964, located in Sundargarh, Odisha.

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