Gurgaon: Principal — The HDFC School Job at The HDFC School
The HDFC SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Principal — The HDFC School
- School
- The HDFC School
- City
- Gurgaon
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹18L – ₹23L per year
- Experience
- 17–19 years
- Posted
- 17 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
The HDFC School, a CBSE school in Gurgaon, is hiring a Principal.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: We believe in providing a rich, stimulating environment for personalized as well as collaborative learning. This environment is conducive to fostering Academic Excellence and Creative Brilliance. We are challenged at all times with global development and advancement. The school education, being the foundation and the fundamental stage of a child’s development, has to work towards facing this challenge and strengthening a society. The ingeniously designed CBSE curriculum at The HDFC School is in sync with our motto, ‘EDUCATE, EXCEL, EMPOWER’.We follow a non-formal, yet structured approach to learning with a focus on family, home, culture and language. Here, children are encouraged to explore the environment around them, through projects that integrate Art, Craft, Technology, Music and Dance. Besides, the activities are designed such, to develop each child's Fine Motor Skills and encourage Sensory Development.
Common questions about this role
Will I get PF and statutory benefits?
Yes — established schools provide EPF (Provident Fund) and gratuity (after 5 years), and most also provide ESI for staff under the wage threshold. Specifics are spelled out in the offer letter.
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.
How do I apply for this Principal — The HDFC School vacancy?
Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.
Where can I find similar vacancies?
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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.
About The HDFC School
We believe in providing a rich, stimulating environment for personalized as well as collaborative learning. This environment is conducive to fostering Academic Excellence and Creative Brilliance. We are challenged at all times with global development and advancement. The school education, being the foundation and the fundamental stage of a child’s development, has to work towards facing this challenge and strengthening a society. The ingeniously designed CBSE curriculum at The HDFC School is in sync with our motto, ‘EDUCATE, EXCEL, EMPOWER’.We follow a non-formal, yet structured approach to learning with a focus on family, home, culture and language. Here, children are encouraged to explore the environment around them, through projects that integrate Art, Craft, Technology, Music and Dance. Besides, the activities are designed such, to develop each child's Fine Motor Skills and encourage Sensory Development.
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