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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Sant Attar Singh Akal Academy
- City
- Sangrur
- State
- Punjab
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Contract
- Salary
- ₹8.6L – ₹21L per year
- Experience
- 5–8 years
- Posted
- 24 May 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Jul 2026
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- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Established school — running for 16+ years.
Job description
Overview
Sant Attar Singh Akal Academy invites applications for a Principal in Sangrur, Punjab. The role is integral to our academic calendar, with reasonable workload and clear deliverables. School profile: Sant Attar Singh Akal Academy in Sangrur, Punjab — a senior secondary setup, established 2010, — a CBSE-affiliated school. Recognised for structured academic planning, regular parent engagement, and a deliberate culture of student mentorship. 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. Responsibilities:
- Lead the assigned section/department on academic and operational matters.
- Mentor teachers through observation, feedback, and development plans.
- Oversee assessment cycles, result analysis, and improvement plans.
- Handle parent escalations professionally and represent the school externally.
- Drive a culture of academic rigour, discipline, and student wellbeing. 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. Compensation and environment:
- Salary structured fairly across roles (₹8.6 LPA – ₹21.4 LPA).
- A calendar that respects academic delivery and personal time.
- Internal training, peer observation, and external workshops.
- A calm, professional, student-centred campus culture.
- Real backing from the leadership team when it matters. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Sant Attar Singh Akal Academy. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.
Common questions about this role
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a contract role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?
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What is the average Principal salary in Sangrur?
Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in Sangrur varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.
When does the school want the joining date to be?
Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.
What's the interview process like for this teaching role?
Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.
Is school transport available for staff?
Staff transport varies. Larger schools with their own fleet usually allow staff onboarding on existing routes; smaller schools may not run dedicated routes.
How much experience do I need for this Principal role?
Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
Sant Attar Singh Akal Academy
Key facts about Sant Attar Singh Akal Academy
- Founded
- 2010
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- VIJAY PLAHA
- Affiliation #
- 1630778
Sant Attar Singh Akal Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2010, located in Sangrur, Punjab.
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