School Principal
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₹2.3 Lakhs - ₹22 Lakhs
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• updated:
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School Principal Salary in India ranges between ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹22 Lakhs for 8 years of experience to 27 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 4.6k latest salaries received from School Principal.
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24
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(47 salaries)
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₹3 L/yr - ₹12 L/yr | |
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23
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(41 salaries)
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₹12 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr | |
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26
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(41 salaries)
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₹4.7 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr | |
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21
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(40 salaries)
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₹4.2 L/yr - ₹15.2 L/yr | |
15 -
29
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(39 salaries)
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₹6.6 L/yr - ₹24.3 L/yr | |
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24
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₹4.8 L/yr - ₹14.8 L/yr | |
14 -
30
yrs
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(29 salaries)
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₹8 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr | |
17 -
27
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(25 salaries)
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₹13.5 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr | |
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10 -
27
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(24 salaries)
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₹5 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr | |
14 -
31
yrs
exp.
(24 salaries)
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₹5.4 L/yr - ₹18.5 L/yr | |
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Brindavan Vidyalaya
School Principal
11 years exp.
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Mount Litera Zee School
School Principal
15 years exp.
2d ago
Saluja Gold International School
School Principal
26 years exp.
2d ago
Zee Learn
School Principal
25 years exp.
3d ago
Rungta Public School
School Principal
21 years exp.
3d ago
Orchids International School
School Principal
17 years exp.
3d ago
Kalorex Education Foundation
School Principal
22 years exp.
4d ago
Acadia International School
School Principal
16 years exp.
4d ago
Aga Khan Education Services
School Principal
23 years exp.
5d ago
St Xaviers Sr Sec School
School Principal
24 years exp.
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School Principal salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
8
years
(154
salaries)
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr |
9
years
(117
salaries)
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹13.6 L/yr |
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10
years
(280
salaries)
| ₹1.8 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr |
11
years
(158
salaries)
| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr |
12
years
(222
salaries)
| ₹2.4 L/yr - ₹16 L/yr |
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School Principal Jobs in India
School Principal
· 8-12 years
Mdn Edify Education
₹9
L/yr
- ₹18
L/yr
Kurnool
School Principal
· 10-20 years
VIBGYOR Group of Schools
Bangalore / Bengaluru
School Principal
· 10-10 years
Kabra Memorial Public School
₹9
L/yr
- ₹10
L/yr
Gadarwara
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| ₹2 L/yr - ₹45 L/yr |
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| ₹5 L/yr - ₹96 L/yr |
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| ₹0.3 L/yr - ₹5 L/yr |
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| ₹2.5 L/yr - ₹50 L/yr |
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Narayana Educational Society
Principal
• posted on 28 Nov 2024
Likes
Students educational standards are good.
- Promotions - Good
Dislikes
...pping the salaries of the employees on the basis of admissions, fees collection. Leaving employees salary not settling and not crediting. My advice is that , any organisation should send the employee happily by settling the working days salary. Every employee should feel happy and good relationship with organisation. After leaving the organisation employee should not do propaganda that " Narayana school won't settle the leaving employees.No job security".
read more- Job security - Poor
Delhi Public School
Coordinator
• posted on 17 Aug 2019
Likes
The company is open to innovation and readily adopts latest technology. I love the fact that I am a part of a team that markets reliable.
read more- Salary - Excellent
+6 more
Dislikes
Compensation is decent. But growth is slow.
Sri Chaitanya Techno Schools
School Teacher
• posted on 20 May 2021
Likes
It's really good opportunity working in Sri Chaitanya.Management provides all the facilities like good salary and job security here.Workshop that conducts every year is very useful to the teachers for enhancing their skills.Here RP Mr Nagaraju sir has given lots of knowledge on Subject and life skills.its really wonderful platform to improve our skills.Management is highly appreciated with their policies.These Policies are designed for students and employees centered.I have worked in Srichaitanya around 10 years Since 2011.I have never faced any problem from Management.I always thankfull to SRI CHAITANYA MANAGEMENT
read more- Salary - Good
+6 more
Dislikes
It's really sad to express my feedback on dislike.I never dislike the Management and Policies of Sri Chaitanya.these are always respectable. But I never like the Politics that goes on at Branch level.I have also faced many Politics from Principal and others at my Branch (Palasa) level even i do my work properly and effectively.Real talents are always suppressed by the officials at Branch level.I have seen Caste feeling(nepotism) at Palasa Branch. But Management and it's Policies are highly appreciated.I have worked 10 years because of Management. Thanking you SRINIVAS RAYALA (BIO HOD)
read moreOrchids International School
Principal
• posted on 22 Jan 2025
Likes
In Orchids promotion is frequent. But one needs to be highly active and prompt with work. Smart work is appreciated.
- Job security - Good
+1 more
Dislikes
Salary is not good
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School Principal Salary By Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Hyderabad / Secunderabad
School Principal
8 -
27
years
exp.
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr |
Bangalore / Bengaluru
School Principal
8 -
27
years
exp.
| ₹2.6 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
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Pune
School Principal
8 -
27
years
exp.
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹19.8 L/yr |
Mumbai
School Principal
8 -
26
years
exp.
| ₹2.8 L/yr - ₹20 L/yr |
New Delhi
School Principal
8 -
27
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹24 L/yr |
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School Principal Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Education & Training School Principal
8 -
27
years
exp.
| ₹2.7 L/yr - ₹22 L/yr |
Financial Services School Principal
8 -
27
years
exp.
| ₹2.2 L/yr - ₹19 L/yr |
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EdTech School Principal
8 -
26
years
exp.
| ₹3.1 L/yr - ₹18 L/yr |
Engineering & Construction School Principal
8 -
26
years
exp.
| ₹3.5 L/yr - ₹21.4 L/yr |
Healthcare / Pharma School Principal
9 -
27
years
exp.
| ₹3 L/yr - ₹30 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about School Principal Salaries
What is the salary of a School Principal in India?
The salary of a School Principal in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, School Principal salaries ranges from ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹36.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 4.6k salaries received from various School Principals across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹2.3 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹36.0 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 4.6k salaries received from various School Principals across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ School Principals?
School Principal Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Delhi Public School Numaligarh School Principal Salary | ₹36 Lakhs to ₹50 Lakhs per year |
| Global Indian International School School Principal Salary | ₹12 Lakhs to ₹40 Lakhs per year |
| Delhi Public School Ghaziabad Society School Principal Salary | ₹18.2 Lakhs to ₹36 Lakhs per year |
| GD Goenka Public School School Principal Salary | ₹9 Lakhs to ₹36.3 Lakhs per year |
| Aditya Birla Group School Principal Salary | ₹16.6 Lakhs to ₹20 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for School Principal in India?
The annual salary for School Principal in India varies by location. Top paying cities for School Principal are
Salary expectations for School Principal may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| School Principal Salary in Surat | ₹3.6 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| School Principal Salary in Jaipur | ₹2.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year |
| School Principal Salary in Kolkata | ₹2.4 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| School Principal Salary in Mumbai | ₹2.8 Lakhs to ₹20.0 Lakhs per year |
| School Principal Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹2.6 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for School Principal in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for School Principal in India are:
| School Principal Salary in Engineering & Construction | ₹3.5 Lakhs to ₹21.4 Lakhs per year |
| School Principal Salary in Financial Services | ₹2.2 Lakhs to ₹19.0 Lakhs per year |
| School Principal Salary in Healthcare / Pharma | ₹3.0 Lakhs to ₹30.0 Lakhs per year |
| School Principal Salary in Manufacturing | ₹6.0 Lakhs to ₹28.0 Lakhs per year |
| School Principal Salary in Education & Training | ₹2.7 Lakhs to ₹22.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a School Principal in India?
Experience significantly impacts a School Principal salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as School Principal take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
School Principal salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 8 years | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹13.6 Lakhs per year |
| 10 years | ₹1.8 Lakhs to ₹12.5 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹2.5 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year |
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