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Principal

₹11L – ₹20L / yr7–9 yrsCloses 13 Aug
Bathinda, Punjabfull-timePosted 10d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
St. Xavier's School
City
Bathinda
State
Punjab
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹20L per year
Experience
7–9 years
Posted
23 Jun 2026
Closing date
13 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Bathinda

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Bathinda — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹11.1L
per year
Typical
₹15.4L
per year
Senior / high
₹19.6L
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. Xavier's School is recruiting a Principal in Bathinda, Punjab. The academic framework is built around clear learning goals, regular reviews, and a healthy planning rhythm. St. Xavier's School in Bathinda, Punjab is a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 1994,. The school pairs a traditional academic core with modern classroom practices and consistent investment in faculty enablement. 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. Perks and culture:
  • Fair compensation with annual review (₹11.1 LPA – ₹19.6 LPA).
  • Stable, full-time engagement with a clear academic calendar.
  • Regular PD through internal and external programmes.
  • A working culture that takes faculty wellbeing seriously.
  • A school that genuinely cares about student outcomes. Submit your application on this page and St. Xavier's School will weigh your candidacy for the opening. Next steps usually include a short demo class and a panel discussion.

Common questions about this role

What does a typical day look like?

Most teachers handle 4–6 instructional periods a day, with the rest going to lesson planning, assessment correction, and a co-curricular duty.

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.

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.

How big are the classes?

Section sizes typically range from 25 to 40 students. The school will confirm exact section size during the interview based on the grade you'll teach.

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.

Is there a probation period?

Most schools run a 3–6 month probation with the same salary as confirmation. Confirmation is typically subject to satisfactory performance reviews and document verification.

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.

Who fits

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About the school

St. Xavier's School

Key facts about St. Xavier's School

Key facts
Founded
1994
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
EULALIO JULIO FERNANDES
Affiliation #
1630125
Address
RAMPURA PHUL DISTT. BHATINDA PUNJAB, Rampura Phul Distt., Bathinda, Punjab, 151103

St. Xavier's School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1994, located in Bathinda, Punjab.

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