Sri Gnanajyothi School is hiring a Principal — Sri Gnanajyothi School in Bangalore
Sri Gnanajyothi SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Sri Gnanajyothi School
- School
- Sri Gnanajyothi School
- City
- Bangalore
- State
- Karnataka
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹20L per year
- Experience
- 14–19 years
- Posted
- 14 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Sri Gnanajyothi School is building a strong academic team and is looking for a Principal — Sri Gnanajyothi School who can lead learning with care, rigour, and consistency. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 37+ years. Apply directly through this listing — your profile is shared with the school as soon as you submit.
Sri Gnanajyothi School, a State Board school in Bangalore, is hiring a Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Sri Gnanajyothi School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Agrahara, Bangalore.
What you'll handle as a Principal — Sri Gnanajyothi School
Own the school's strategic plan, build and coach the leadership team, manage budgets and infrastructure, and steer culture from assembly to award day.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
Working in a state-board setting means following the state curriculum, term plans and local examination patterns.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Bangalore
Bengaluru has India's largest cluster of international schools and a strong demand for IB/Cambridge-trained teachers.
Common questions about this role
Are detailed lesson plans expected?
Schools generally require lesson plans aligned to the syllabus and pacing calendar. Coordinators review them weekly or fortnightly.
When are increments and bonuses given?
Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.
I'm serving notice — should I still apply?
Yes. Most schools accept candidates with up to 60 days of notice. Mention your last working day clearly in your application so the school can plan the joining accordingly.
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Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.
About Sri Gnanajyothi School
Sri Gnanajyothi School is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1989, located in Bangalore, Karnataka.
Sri Gnanajyothi School is a Private, Secondary school and also a Day School situated at Agrahara, Bangalore.
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