International Journal of Contemporary Research in Multidisciplinary

In today’s rapidly advancing society, individuals often become overburdened both mentally and physically, leading to heightened levels of stress and dissatisfaction. This paper examines the multifaceted role of college principals, focusing on their responsibilities and challenges in managing institutional duties, including faculty administration, recruitment, coordination with the Department of Public Instruction (DPI), and liaising with affiliating universities. The study explores the principal’s accountability in executing governmental policies in higher education, organizing curricular and extracurricular activities, and maintaining institutional accreditation as per the University Grants Commission (UGC) standards. Additionally, it addresses principals’ interactions with both state authorities and university bodies, emphasizing the pressures associated with limited resources and competitive institutional dynamics. Through this research, two primary objectives are highlighted: analyzing the relationship between principals and the DPI, and investigating their interactions with affiliating universities. The findings underscore the complex administrative landscape faced by principals and the implications for effective educational management and stress mitigation strategies.