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Principal

₹11L – ₹22L / yr6–11 yrsCloses 10 Jul 7 days left
East Delhi, Delhifull-timePosted 45d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
St Mary's Secondary School
City
East Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹22L per year
Experience
6–11 years
Posted
19 May 2026
Closing date
10 Jul 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in East Delhi

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in East Delhi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.5L
per year
Typical
₹16.1L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.8L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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  • Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

St Mary's Secondary School is hiring a Principal in East Delhi, Delhi. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. St Mary's Secondary School in East Delhi, Delhi functions as a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1996,. The leadership team is closely involved in academic planning and faculty support, with a sharp focus on classroom impact. 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. 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. Requirements:
  • Master's degree with a relevant teaching qualification (B.Ed./M.Ed. preferred).
  • Significant classroom experience plus years in coordination/leadership.
  • Calm, confident judgement with students, parents, and staff.
  • Clear writing for academic plans, reports, and parent communication.
  • A track record of building and retaining strong teaching teams. Benefits and culture:
  • Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹10.5 LPA – ₹21.8 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 through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at St Mary's Secondary School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

What is the average Principal salary in East Delhi?

Refer to the on-page "Salary snapshot" for the current market band. Broadly, Principal pay in East Delhi varies with years of experience (each 3-year block adds roughly 15-25%), board (IB > CBSE > state), and school size — the linked full pay report breaks these out further.

Is English fluency required?

Yes — instruction is in English at most CBSE schools. Comfortable English communication for classroom delivery and parent meetings is expected.

Which curriculum does the school follow?

St Mary's Secondary School follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.

What is the salary for this Principal role?

Refer to the salary range posted on this page. Most schools negotiate within this band based on your last drawn CTC and relevant experience.

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.

What's the interview process like for this teaching role?

Most schools have 2–3 rounds: an HR call, a demo lesson, then a leadership interview. Be ready to walk through one of your lesson plans and how you handle classroom management.

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.

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About the school

St Mary's Secondary School

Key facts about St Mary's Secondary School

Key facts
Founded
1996
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Beena K Y
Affiliation #
2730473
Address
POCKET A-2 MAYUR VIHAR PHASE III, DISTT EAST DELHI, DELHI, Pocket A-2 Mayur Vihar Phase Iii, East Delhi, Delhi, 110096

St Mary's Secondary School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1996, located in East Delhi, Delhi.

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