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Principal

₹13L – ₹28L / yr7–12 yrsCloses 13 Aug
Patna, Biharfull-timePosted 29d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
St. Michael's High School
City
Patna
State
Bihar
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹13L – ₹28L per year
Experience
7–12 years
Posted
3 Jun 2026
Closing date
13 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Patna — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.8L
per year
Typical
₹20.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹28.1L
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.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

Applications are open for a Principal at St. Michael's High School in Patna, Bihar. The role is full-time, aligned with the school's published academic and assessment calendar. About the institution: St. Michael's High School in Patna, Bihar — a senior secondary setup, established 1858, — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school invests consistently in academic resources, classroom technology, and a culture of professional respect. What the role looks like: the Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. 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. Ideal candidate — you have:
  • 8+ years in school education with leadership exposure.
  • Direct experience running a section, department, or full school.
  • A point of view on good teaching, good assessments, and good schools.
  • Patience to coach and firmness to enforce standards.
  • Strong personal organisation across multiple workstreams. What we offer:
  • Competitive, on-time salary (₹12.8 LPA – ₹28.1 LPA).
  • Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
  • Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
  • A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
  • Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Complete your application through this page with your latest CV and references. The recruitment desk at St. Michael's High School reviews every profile that arrives via the platform.

Common questions about this role

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Most school roles aim for a joining around the start of the next academic month or term. Once shortlisted, the school will agree a realistic date based on your notice period.

Are detailed lesson plans expected?

Most schools expect weekly lesson plans submitted to the coordinator/HOD, plus unit plans at the start of each term. Templates are usually provided.

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.

What questions are asked in a Principal interview?

Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Patna.

What is the leave policy?

Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.

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.

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.

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About the school

St. Michael's High School

Key facts about St. Michael's High School

Key facts
Founded
1858
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
Fr A CHRISTU SAVARIRAJAN SJ
Affiliation #
330004
Address
DIGHA GHAT P.O. PATNA BIHAR, Digha Ghat P.o., Patna, Bihar, 800011

St. Michael's High School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1858, located in Patna, Bihar.

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