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Principal

at Saraswati Vidhalaya School · Samba · Apply in under 60 seconds.

₹12.7L – ₹24.8L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 15 Aug
Samba, Jammu & KashmircontractPosted 25d ago
CBSE
Private Unaided (Recognized)

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Saraswati Vidhalaya School
City
Samba
State
Jammu & Kashmir
Board
CBSE
School type
Private Unaided (Recognized)
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12.7L – ₹24.8L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
13 Jun 2026
Closing date
15 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Samba — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.7L
per year
Typical
₹18.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹24.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

How to apply

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What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Saraswati Vidhalaya School in Samba, Jammu & Kashmir is on the lookout for a Principal. The school values educators who care about classroom culture as much as curriculum delivery. About Saraswati Vidhalaya School: a senior secondary institution in Samba, Jammu & Kashmir — a CBSE-affiliated school. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹12.7 LPA – ₹24.8 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Apply through the platform using the button above; your profile lands with Saraswati Vidhalaya School instantly. Candidates who meet the brief are invited for interviews within the week.

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How will I know if my application is being reviewed?

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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.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

What is the salary for this Principal role?

The salary band is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Final offers depend on your years of experience, qualifications and the interview outcome.

How much experience do I need for this Principal role?

The required experience is shown in the "Key facts" panel above. Schools also consider relevant internships, board-prep training and student-teaching when evaluating early-career candidates.

What does a typical day look like?

School days usually run 7.5–8 hours with 5–6 teaching periods, plus prep, lunch and one or two non-teaching duties (homework checks, library, club). Saturdays vary by school.

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.

How do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?

Lead with a two-line headline (role + years of experience), then Education, Certifications (B.Ed, CTET, board-specific PD), Experience with 3-4 bullet outcomes per school (results, class sizes, projects), and one line each for co-curricular, tech tools and languages. Keep to one page and use the free School Jobs India resume builder for a school-style layout.

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How do I write an application email for this Principal role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Saraswati Vidhalaya School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Saraswati Vidhalaya School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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About the school

Saraswati Vidhalaya School

Key facts about Saraswati Vidhalaya School

Key facts
Type
Private Unaided (Recognized)
Grades
1-5
Students
24
Address
BIRPUR, TAHSIL BARI BRAHMNA DISTRICT SAMBA, Vijaypur, Samba, Jammu & Kashmir

Saraswati Vidhalaya School is a private unaided (recognized), located in Samba, Jammu & Kashmir, offering 1-5. The campus serves around 24 students. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.

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Students
24

Campus & facilities

ToiletElectricityLibraryPlaygroundDrinking WaterRamp for Disabled

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