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Vice Principal

₹8.6L – ₹13L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 3 Sept
Vijayapura, Karnatakafull-timePosted 7d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Vice Principal
School
Sainik School
City
Vijayapura
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.6L – ₹13L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
26 Jun 2026
Closing date
3 Sept 2026

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Pay benchmark

Vice Principal salary in Vijayapura — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹8.6L
per year
Typical
₹10.9L
per year
Senior / high
₹13.1L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Vice Principal

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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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Vice Principal at Sainik School in Vijayapura, Karnataka. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. School profile: Sainik School in Vijayapura, Karnataka — a senior secondary setup, established 1963, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. What the role looks like: the Vice Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹8.6 LPA – ₹13.1 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Sainik School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

Common questions about this role

Is English fluency required?

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

Where exactly is Sainik School located?

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

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

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.

What questions are asked in a Vice 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.

Where can I find similar vacancies?

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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.

Who fits

Requirements & role details

Role details

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About the school

Sainik School

Key facts about Sainik School

Key facts
Founded
1963
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
GROUP CAPTAIN RAJALAKSHMI PRITHVIRAJ
Affiliation #
880001
Address
BIJAPUR KARNATAKA, Bijapur, Vijayapura, Karnataka, 586102

Sainik School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1963, located in Vijayapura, Karnataka.

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