Utkarsha Mandir Junior College is hiring a Principal — Utkarsha Mandir Junior College in Mumbai
Utkarsha Mandir Junior CollegeKey facts
- Role
- Principal — Utkarsha Mandir Junior College
- School
- Utkarsha Mandir Junior College
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- State Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹8.8L – ₹17L per year
- Experience
- 10–15 years
- Posted
- 5 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
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Job description
Overview
Utkarsha Mandir Junior College (Mumbai, Maharashtra) is inviting applications for a Principal — Utkarsha Mandir Junior College. Curriculum: STATE BOARD. The school has been running for 70+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.
Utkarsha Mandir Junior College, a State Board school in Mumbai, 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
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What you'll handle as a Principal — Utkarsha Mandir Junior College
Own the school's strategic plan, build and coach the leadership team, manage budgets and infrastructure, and steer culture from assembly to award day.
Working in a STATE BOARD school
State-board schools value teachers who can translate concepts in the regional language and align to the state textbook.
Working conditions
This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
What qualifications are required for a Principal — Utkarsha Mandir Junior College?
Most Principal — Utkarsha Mandir Junior College roles require a relevant Bachelor's/Master's in the subject plus a B.Ed (or equivalent teacher-training qualification). Specific board requirements (CTET, IB workshops, IGCSE training) may also apply.
How long does it take to hear back after applying?
Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.
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.
Is background verification done before joining?
Yes — most schools run document and reference verification, and many use third-party background checks. Keep your last 2–3 employer references and original certificates ready.
Do I have to work weekends?
Standard week is Monday to Saturday (often half-day Saturday). Occasional event Sundays exist (Annual Day, Sports Day, admissions test days) and are usually compensated with a comp-off.
About Utkarsha Mandir Junior College
Utkarsha Mandir Junior College is a day school affiliated to State Board, established in 1956, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
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