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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Sai Guruji Elite School
- City
- Vellore
- State
- Tamilnadu
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.1L – ₹16L per year
- Experience
- 7–12 years
- Posted
- 13 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 23 Aug 2026
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- 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.
Job description
Overview
Sai Guruji Elite School in Vellore, Tamilnadu is hiring a Principal. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. About Sai Guruji Elite School in Vellore, Tamilnadu: a senior secondary institution, established 2023, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. Details: a high-ownership leadership role. The Principal leads by example in classrooms, faculty meetings, and parent interactions, while keeping the school's long-term direction in view. 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. Perks and culture:
- Fair compensation with annual review (₹8.1 LPA – ₹15.7 LPA).
- Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
- Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
- A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
- A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application here so Sai Guruji Elite School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Sai Guruji Elite School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Sai Guruji Elite School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
What is the average Principal salary in Vellore?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Vellore. 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.
Is school transport available for staff?
Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.
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.
Does Sai Guruji Elite School 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.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.
Where exactly is Sai Guruji Elite School located?
The school is in Vellore, Tamilnadu. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is the salary CTC or in-hand?
Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.
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.
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Key facts about Sai Guruji Elite School
- Founded
- 2023
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- NAVEEN KEITHANI GOPAL
- Affiliation #
- 1931727
Sai Guruji Elite School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2023, located in Vellore, Tamilnadu.
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