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Principal

₹12L – ₹18L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 21 Aug
Barnala, Punjabfull-timePosted 26d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Sarvottam Academy
City
Barnala
State
Punjab
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹12L – ₹18L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
7 Jun 2026
Closing date
21 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Barnala — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.5L
per year
Typical
₹15.3L
per year
Senior / high
₹18.2L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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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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Job description

Overview

Immediate opening: Principal at Sarvottam Academy in Barnala, Punjab. Open to both seasoned practitioners and early-career candidates with strong potential. Sarvottam Academy, established 1999, runs as a senior secondary campus in Barnala, Punjab — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. Position: as Principal, you are part of the school's leadership group. The role demands strong judgement, calm execution, and a clear point of view on what good schooling looks like. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.5 LPA – ₹18.2 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Hit Apply on this page to put your CV in front of the Sarvottam Academy academic lead. Selected profiles progress to a model class and a conversation with leadership.

Common questions about this role

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.

Is this a contract or permanent role?

This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.

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.

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.

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 do I make a resume for a CBSE Principal job?

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About the school

Sarvottam Academy

Key facts about Sarvottam Academy

Key facts
Founded
1999
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
RUPINDER KAUR
Affiliation #
1630408
Address
BARNALA ROAD KHUDDIKALAN DISTT BARNALA PUNJAB, Road Khuddikalan Distt, Barnala, Punjab, 148101

Sarvottam Academy is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1999, located in Barnala, Punjab.

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