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Principal

₹8.0L – ₹17L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 12 Aug
New Delhi, Delhifull-timePosted 20d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Sarvodaya Vidyalaya,
City
New Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹8.0L – ₹17L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
13 Jun 2026
Closing date
12 Aug 2026

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

Entry / low
₹8.0L
per year
Typical
₹12.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹16.8L
per year

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
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Overview

Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, in New Delhi, Delhi is inviting applications for a Principal. The role sits inside the school's day-to-day academic delivery and reports into the section head. Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, established 1949, is a senior secondary campus in New Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. 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. 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 (₹8.0 LPA – ₹16.8 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. Submit your application online from this page to be considered by Sarvodaya Vidyalaya,. Interview slots are scheduled after profile review, typically inside five to seven working days.

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How much experience do I need for this Principal role?

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What is the salary for this Principal role?

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What non-teaching duties are expected?

Common non-teaching duties include exam invigilation, homework correction, parent-teacher meetings, one co-curricular activity, and being a homeroom/tutor-group mentor.

Is background verification done before joining?

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Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.

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About the school

Sarvodaya Vidyalaya,

Key facts about Sarvodaya Vidyalaya,

Key facts
Founded
1949
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
GEETA YADAV
Affiliation #
2754042
Address
AYA NAGAR NEW DELHI, Aya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi, 110047

Sarvodaya Vidyalaya, is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1949, located in New Delhi, Delhi.

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