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Principal

₹11L – ₹13L / yr5–8 yrsCloses 5 Aug
North West Delhi, Delhifull-timePosted 39d ago
CBSE
Senior Secondary Level

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Key facts

Role
Principal
School
Upadhyay Convent School
City
North West Delhi
State
Delhi
Board
CBSE
School type
Senior Secondary Level
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹11L – ₹13L per year
Experience
5–8 years
Posted
25 May 2026
Closing date
5 Aug 2026

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Pay benchmark

Principal salary in North West Delhi — snapshot

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

Entry / low
₹10.9L
per year
Typical
₹11.8L
per year
Senior / high
₹12.6L
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

We are looking for a Principal to join Upadhyay Convent School in North West Delhi, Delhi. You will work alongside an experienced team that takes student outcomes seriously. Upadhyay Convent School, established 2005, is a senior secondary campus in North West Delhi, Delhi — a CBSE-affiliated school. Day-to-day work is anchored in curriculum maps, defined assessment cycles, and faculty review built into the calendar. 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. 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 (₹10.9 LPA – ₹12.6 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. Send your CV through this listing — no separate email is required for Upadhyay Convent School. The hiring lead reaches out personally to take qualifying candidates forward.

Common questions about this role

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

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 much experience do I need for this Principal role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

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.

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 do I write an application email for this Principal role?

Use a clear subject line with role and your name, open with which vacancy you're applying to, then a 4-5 line summary of qualifications, teaching experience and notice period. Close with availability for a demo lesson and interview. Attach a one-page PDF resume — long text bodies get skimmed.

How do I apply for this Principal vacancy?

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About the school

Upadhyay Convent School

Key facts about Upadhyay Convent School

Key facts
Founded
2005
Board
CBSE
Type
Senior Secondary Level
Principal
NIDHI SHARMA
Affiliation #
2730716
Address
D BLOCK MAIN ROAD KADI VIHAR , NEAR NATHUPURA , BURARI , DELHI, D Block Main Road Kadi Vihar, North West Delhi, Delhi, 110036

Upadhyay Convent School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2005, located in North West Delhi, Delhi.

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