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Principal

₹9.0L – ₹20L / yr5–10 yrsCloses 14 Aug
Mysuru, KarnatakacontractPosted 12d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Shiksha School
City
Mysuru
State
Karnataka
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹9.0L – ₹20L per year
Experience
5–10 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
14 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Mysuru — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.0L
per year
Typical
₹14.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.3L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Job description

Overview

Applications are open for a Principal at Shiksha School in Mysuru, Karnataka. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. Shiksha School, established 2023, runs as a secondary campus in Mysuru, Karnataka — 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. Role: as Principal, you work closely with the Principal on academic and operational decisions — leading a section/team, driving teacher development, overseeing assessments, and holding the line on standards. 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 and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹9.0 LPA – ₹20.3 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. Complete your application via the button on this listing so Shiksha School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

I'm serving notice — should I still apply?

Absolutely — schools regularly hire candidates on notice. Be upfront about your release date so interview scheduling and the offer timeline can be aligned.

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.

Will I get PF and statutory benefits?

Most registered schools enrol staff in EPF from day one and pay statutory gratuity. ESI cover applies if your gross is within the eligibility limit at joining.

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.

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.

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 kind of professional development is offered?

Most schools run weekly/monthly in-house PD sessions on pedagogy and assessment. Funded external workshops (board-specific or subject-specific) are offered to teachers in good standing.

Who fits

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Role details

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About the school

Shiksha School

Key facts about Shiksha School

Key facts
Founded
2023
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
DEVARAJU P
Affiliation #
831561
Address
SY NO 527/1, VARAKODU VILLAGE, VARUNA HOBALI, MYSURU THALUK, Sy No 527/1, Mysuru, Karnataka, 570010

Shiksha School is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2023, located in Mysuru, Karnataka.

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