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Key facts
- Role
- Principal
- School
- Vikas Shiksha Niketan
- City
- Kurukshetra
- State
- Haryana
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹10L – ₹15.4L per year
- Experience
- 5–10 years
- Posted
- 10 Jun 2026
- Closing date
- 3 Aug 2026
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Principal salary in Kurukshetra — snapshot
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Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
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Why apply
- 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.
Job description
Overview
Vikas Shiksha Niketan is hiring a Principal in Kurukshetra, Haryana. The role is well-scoped, supported by detailed academic planning, and offers a clear path for professional growth. About Vikas Shiksha Niketan in Kurukshetra, Haryana: a senior secondary institution — a CBSE-affiliated school. Known locally for steady academic delivery, a stable faculty base, and a balanced mix of academics, sports, and the arts. What the role looks like: the Principal owns outcomes for the assigned section/portfolio — academic quality, faculty development, parent engagement, and student wellbeing — and contributes to the school's strategic plans. Core responsibilities:
- Lead and inspire a high-performing academic team.
- Maintain standards through reviews, observations, and structured feedback.
- Drive the assessment, reporting, and parent communication cycle.
- Manage disciplinary cases, parent escalations, and staff conflicts.
- Contribute to the school's strategic priorities as part of the leadership group. 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. What we offer:
- Competitive, on-time salary (₹10.0 LPA – ₹15.4 LPA).
- Defined working hours aligned with the school timetable.
- Investment in your growth — training, mentorship, peer learning.
- A respectful work environment focused on outcomes.
- Access to school resources, libraries, labs, and digital tools. Click Apply at the top of this page to share your profile with Vikas Shiksha Niketan. Suitable applicants are contacted directly to schedule the next round of conversations.
Common questions about this role
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.
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.
Which curriculum does the school follow?
Vikas Shiksha Niketan follows the CBSE curriculum, so teaching, assessment and reporting align to that framework.
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.
What is the average Principal salary in Kurukshetra?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Principal roles in Kurukshetra. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Can I negotiate the salary at Vikas Shiksha Niketan?
Most schools have a defined band per role but the final number is negotiable within it. The strongest levers are recent teaching experience, board expertise, and willingness to take on coordinator/extra-curricular responsibilities.
Where exactly is Vikas Shiksha Niketan located?
The school is in Kurukshetra, Haryana. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
What questions are asked in a Principal interview?
Typical rounds cover self-introduction, why teaching, classroom-management scenarios, subject/syllabus knowledge, and one differentiation scenario. Scroll to "Interview questions & answers" below for six sample questions with model answers tuned for Principal roles in Kurukshetra.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Do staff get fee concession for their children?
Many established schools offer 50–100% tuition concession for the children of full-time staff, subject to admission criteria. Confirm specifics in the offer letter.
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Key facts about Vikas Shiksha Niketan
- Type
- Private Unaided (Recognized)
- Grades
- 1-8
- Students
- 112
- Staff
- 10
Vikas Shiksha Niketan is a private unaided (recognized), located in Kurukshetra, Haryana, offering 1-8. The campus serves around 112 students with a teaching and support team of about 10. Campus facilities include Toilet, Electricity, Library, Playground, Drinking Water.
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