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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Sainik School
- City
- Imphal
- State
- Manipur
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹19L per year
- Experience
- 5–9 years
- Posted
- 12 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Aug 2026
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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.
Job description
Overview
An opening for a Principal in Imphal, Manipur at Sainik School. The school is expanding its team for the new session and welcomes both experienced and high-potential candidates. School profile: Sainik School in Imphal, Manipur — a senior secondary setup — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. Context: the Principal reports into the Principal and works alongside other senior leaders. The role carries academic and operational responsibilities and is central to the school's day-to-day functioning. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. Requirements:
- Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
- Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
- Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
- Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
- A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹12.1 LPA – ₹19.4 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Sainik School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
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.
Can I negotiate the salary at Sainik School?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
How do I write an application email for this Principal role?
Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Sainik School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Sainik School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.
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.
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.
What non-teaching duties are expected?
Beyond teaching periods you'll typically own a homeroom, run one club/activity, support exam logistics, and contribute to one school-wide initiative each term.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Typical schools run a screening call → a demo class (15–30 minutes for the relevant grade) → a panel interview with the Principal/HOD. Some boards also ask for a written response or a sample lesson plan.
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Key facts about Sainik School
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary
- Student-teacher ratio
- 30:1
Sainik School The Indian government founded the coeducational Imphal residential school in Imphal, Manipur, in 1971. As one of the 33 Sainik Schools across India, it is associated with both the IPSC and the CBSE. The school emphasizes on character development, physical fitness, and academic success and offers instruction from Class 6 to Class 12. Sainik School is a Private, Senior Secondary school and also a Boarding School situated at Imphal, Manipur, East India.
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