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Principal

₹12L – ₹20L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 27 Aug
Varanasi, Uttar PradeshcontractPosted 3d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
St. Xaviers Public School
City
Varanasi
State
Uttar Pradesh
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Contract
Salary
₹12L – ₹20L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
29 Jun 2026
Closing date
27 Aug 2026

Compare against the market: Principal salary in Varanasi

Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Varanasi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹12.1L
per year
Typical
₹16.2L
per year
Senior / high
₹20.3L
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.
  • Established school — running for 18+ years.
What you'll do

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Principal to join St. Xaviers Public School in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. St. Xaviers Public School, established 2008, is a senior secondary school in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. 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. What you will do:

  • Own academic outcomes for the assigned portfolio.
  • Coach teachers, especially those in their first few years.
  • Drive disciplined execution of the academic and assessment calendar.
  • Represent the school in academic forums and audits.
  • Work with the Principal on medium-term plans. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹12.1 LPA – ₹20.3 LPA).
  • Reasonable workload with planned holidays per the calendar.
  • Real ownership of your subject/function from day one.
  • A leadership team that listens, supports, and gives credit.
  • A campus that respects educators as professionals. Complete your application via the button on this listing so St. Xaviers Public School receives your details directly. Matching profiles are shortlisted promptly and contacted by the academic office.

Common questions about this role

How big are the classes?

Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.

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.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Most schools run yearly increments tied to the academic calendar (April cycle). Bonus structure depends on the school — confirm in writing before accepting the offer.

How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?

Use the "Apply" button on this page to submit your application directly through School Jobs India. A free candidate account is required so the school can reach you.

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 is the average Principal salary in Varanasi?

Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Varanasi. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.

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.

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About the school

St. Xaviers Public School

Key facts about St. Xaviers Public School

Key facts
Founded
2008
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
NEERAJ KUMAR CHAUBEY
Affiliation #
2132568
Address
VILLAGE BELA POST BELA, Bela Post Bela, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 221101

St. Xaviers Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2008, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

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