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Principal

₹9.7L – ₹22L / yr5–7 yrsCloses 15 Aug
Dindigul, Tamilnadufull-timePosted 12d ago
CBSE
Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Takshashila Vidya Mandir
City
Dindigul
State
Tamilnadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹9.7L – ₹22L per year
Experience
5–7 years
Posted
20 Jun 2026
Closing date
15 Aug 2026

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Principal salary in Dindigul — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹9.7L
per year
Typical
₹15.7L
per year
Senior / high
₹21.6L
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.
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Job description

Overview

Applications are invited for a Principal at Takshashila Vidya Mandir in Dindigul, Tamilnadu. A long-term, full-time engagement aligned with the school's commitment to consistent delivery. About Takshashila Vidya Mandir: a secondary institution in Dindigul, Tamilnadu — a CBSE-affiliated school, established 2018,. The campus runs a structured academic calendar with steady investment in teaching, co-curriculars, and faculty culture. 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. 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. 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. Why join us:
  • Predictable, on-time monthly compensation (₹9.7 LPA – ₹21.6 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Takshashila Vidya Mandir. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

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 English fluency required?

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

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.

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

Keep it three short paragraphs: (1) subject line "Principal application — Takshashila Vidya Mandir"; (2) one paragraph on your qualifications and current role; (3) one paragraph on why Takshashila Vidya Mandir 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.

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

Takshashila Vidya Mandir

Key facts about Takshashila Vidya Mandir

Key facts
Founded
2018
Board
CBSE
Type
Secondary Level
Principal
DINESH PERUMAL M
Affiliation #
1931643
Address
S.NO.11/3B2, ANAIPATTI VILLAGE,, PALAM RAJAKKAPATTI POST,, DINDIGUL WEST TALUK,, S.no.11/3b2, Dindigul, Tamilnadu, 624622

Takshashila Vidya Mandir is a secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2018, located in Dindigul, Tamilnadu.

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