Admissions Counsellor
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Key facts
- Role
- Admissions Counsellor
- School
- Sainik School
- City
- Gopalganj
- State
- Bihar
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹2.6L – ₹5.4L per year
- Experience
- 3–8 years
- Posted
- 21 May 2026
- Closing date
- 13 Jul 2026
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Admissions Counsellor
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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
Sainik School in Gopalganj, Bihar is hiring a Admissions Counsellor. The school is known for its disciplined academic culture and consistent investment in faculty wellbeing. School profile: Sainik School in Gopalganj, Bihar — a senior secondary setup, established 2003, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. What the role looks like: as Admissions Counsellor, you run day-to-day workflows, maintain accurate records, support audits, and help keep the school's operations professional and well-organised. What you will do:
- Act as the single point of ownership for the assigned function.
- Follow defined process flows and keep records audit-ready.
- Provide leadership with accurate, timely operational information.
- Work with external vendors to ensure quality service delivery.
- Support the operations team during exam cycles and large events. Ideal candidate — you have:
- Prior experience in a school or service-oriented organisation.
- A neat, systematic style with paperwork and records.
- Good interpersonal skills with parents and staff.
- Discipline to maintain registers, logs, and trackers accurately.
- A learning mindset for new tools the school adopts. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹2.6 LPA – ₹5.4 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 on this page and Sainik School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Admissions Counsellor?
Most Admissions Counsellor 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.
Do I have to work weekends?
Most day schools follow a 6-day or 5.5-day week with Sundays off. Occasional Saturdays may go to events, parent meetings, or PD sessions.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.
Is B.Ed mandatory for this role?
For most K-12 teaching positions in India a B.Ed (or NIOS D.El.Ed for primary) is preferred and often required by board affiliations. Some pre-primary and special-skill roles accept relevant certification in lieu.
Is English fluency required?
Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 2
Sainik School
Key facts about Sainik School
- Founded
- 2003
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Sainik School Gopalganj is one among the 33 Sainik Schools established under the aegis of Sainik School Society, Ministry of Defence, Govt of India. The school was established on 12 October 2003. Sainik School Gopalganj is shifted to its permanent location at Sipaya village of Kuchaikote block, Gopalganj Distt in Bihar. The nearest Railway Junction is Siwan Jn which is 50 Km away from the School. Nearest Airport is at Patna at a distance of 195 km, Gorakhpur (UP) is 130 km from school. The School is spread over an area of eleven acres.
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