“How Much Do Schools Really Pay? A Deep Dive into Teacher & Staff Salaries Across India”

When it comes to hiring or applying for school jobs, one of the biggest questions is always the same: “What is the expected salary?” Unfortunately, there’s often a lack of clarity and sometimes, even misinformation about pay scales in the education sector.

But here’s the good news:
Teachers Recruiter one of the only active education job portal operating in India, we have access to real-time data from schools across the country. From metropolitan International (IB, Cambridge) and CBSE schools to rural State schools, we’ve seen what schools are offering—and what educators can expect.

In this blog, we’ll break down the salary trends for various roles, helping both schools and job seekers make better, more informed decisions.

🧑‍🏫 Teaching Staff Salary Insights (2024–2025)
1. PPRT (Pre-Primary Teachers)
Range: ₹10,000 – ₹20,000/month

Variation Based On: Location, board (CBSE/ICSE/IB/Cambridge), and prior experience

2. PRT (Primary Teachers)
Range: ₹15,000 – ₹30,000/month

In Demand For: English, Math, EVS, and General Science

3. TGT (Trained Graduate Teachers)
Range: ₹25,000 – ₹45,000/month

Subjects Like: Mathematics, SST, Science, Hindi, and English fetch higher salaries

4. PGT (Post Graduate Teachers)
Range: ₹35,000 – ₹60,000+/month

Special Notes: Candidates with specific subject specialization and online teaching skills are preferred

🏢 Administrative & Leadership Roles
5. Principal
Range: ₹50,000 – ₹1.5 Lakh/month

Key Factors: Years of leadership experience, location, and school board affiliation

6. Vice Principal / Academic Coordinators
Range: ₹35,000 – ₹80,000/month

Trends: CBSE and International board schools in metro cities are offering competitive packages

7. Office/Admin Staff
Range: ₹12,000 – ₹25,000/month

Popular Roles: Receptionist, Office Assistant, Admission Counsellor

🛠️ Non-Teaching Staff
Accountants: ₹18,000 – ₹35,000/month

Librarians: ₹15,000 – ₹30,000/month

Transport Coordinators / Hostel Wardens: ₹12,000 – ₹25,000/month

💡 Real-Time Insights from Our Portal
Because we work closely with hundreds of schools and screen thousands of job postings and applications, we’re able to observe live salary trends in different regions. Whether you’re a school trying to offer a competitive salary or a candidate wanting fair compensation, this data helps you stay ahead.

📌 Tips for Schools:
Offering salaries slightly above market average attracts more qualified and committed candidates

Clearly mentioning the salary range in job posts increases application quality

Non-monetary perks (accommodation, meals, training) can help boost appeal

📌 Tips for Job Seekers:
Research salary trends before applying or negotiating

Use platforms like ours that provide transparency and direct access to school HR teams

Don’t hesitate to ask about growth opportunities along with the salary

✅ Final Word
Whether you’re hiring or job hunting, salary clarity is key. At Teachers Recruiter, we’ve built a platform where transparency meets opportunity. Our real-time insights help both schools and educators make smarter choices and get the recognition they deserve.

Want customized salary insights for your city or role?
Reach out to us—we’re available to support you.