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Principal

₹9.2L – ₹24L / yr6–10 yrsCloses 31 Jul 28 days left
Kollam, Keralafull-timePosted 47d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
T K M Centenary Public School
City
Kollam
State
Kerala
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.2L – ₹24L per year
Experience
6–10 years
Posted
17 May 2026
Closing date
31 Jul 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in Kollam — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.2L
per year
Typical
₹16.6L
per year
Senior / high
₹23.9L
per year

Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.

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Principal

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  • CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
  • Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
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Job description

Overview

A vacancy has opened for a Principal at T K M Centenary Public School in Kollam, Kerala. The role suits educators who value a structured environment with clear expectations and strong support. T K M Centenary Public School, established 1997, runs as a senior secondary campus in Kollam, Kerala — a CBSE-affiliated school. The school believes a strong campus is built on its teachers and works to be a place where faculty want to stay. About the role: the Principal is a senior position blending academic leadership with operational ownership — running reviews, mentoring teachers, handling escalations, and representing the school externally. Day to day, you will:

  • Run faculty meetings, academic reviews, and section-level planning.
  • Observe classes, give actionable feedback, follow up on teacher development.
  • Approve calendars, assessment papers, and major parent communication.
  • Engage with leadership on hiring, budgets, and infrastructure needs.
  • Spend time on the floor — corridors, classrooms, labs — to read the school accurately. 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. Benefits at a glance:
  • Market-aligned salary (₹9.2 LPA – ₹23.9 LPA).
  • Structured working hours with adequate planning time.
  • Investment in teacher and staff development across the year.
  • A workplace built on clarity and professional respect.
  • Long-term career growth at a school invested in its people. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with T K M Centenary Public School. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.

Common questions about this role

Is school transport available for staff?

Many schools offer staff bus service on their main routes, either free or at a nominal fee. Availability depends on whether your home is near a school route — confirm with HR.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Most schools review applications within 5–10 working days. If you don't hear back in two weeks, the role has usually been filled or paused — keep applying to similar openings in the meantime.

Are meals provided at school?

Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Schools quote CTC by default. In-hand depends on PF (12% employee share), professional tax, and your tax slab — ask HR for a sample salary structure before accepting.

How do I write an application email for this Principal role?

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — T K M Centenary Public School"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why T K M Centenary Public School and your earliest joining date. Attach a PDF resume and any teaching-credentials scans.

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.

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

T K M Centenary Public School

Key facts about T K M Centenary Public School

Key facts
Founded
1997
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
P SABOORA BEGUM
Affiliation #
930347
Address
TKM COLLEGE CAMPUS KOLLAM DISTT., KERALA, Tkm College Campus Kollam Distt., Kollam, Kerala, 691005

T K M Centenary Public School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 1997, located in Kollam, Kerala.

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