The Karnataka School Education Department (Department of Public Instruction), Government of Karnataka, has released the detailed notification for Teacher Recruitment 2026 for filling 15,000 teaching vacancies in government primary and high schools for the 2026-27 academic session. The notification was issued on 12 August 2026, with district-wise recruitment notices published through the Karnataka Gazette (e-Rajyapatra) portal between 10 and 12 August 2026, along with the new and amended Karnataka Education Department Services (Department of Public Instruction) Recruitment Rules, 2026.
The Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 online application process is currently open, and the last date to apply is 07 September 2026. On this page, teaching job aspirants can find all important details of Karnataka School Education Teacher Vacancy 2026, including official notification links and application process.
Karnataka School Education Teacher Recruitment 2026
|
Exam Name |
Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name |
Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT), Assistant Master (AM), Primary School Teacher (PST), Physical Education Teacher (PET), Computer Science Teacher (CST) |
| Total Vacancies |
15,000 |
| Age Limit |
21 to 40 Years (General) |
| Salary |
₹44,425 – ₹99,400 (approx. / indicative) |
| Educational Qualification |
12th/PUC / Diploma / Degree / Graduation (Post & Subject-wise) |
| Application Fee |
₹750 (General/BC) | ₹500 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| Selection Process |
Written Examination + PET/PST (post-wise) + Document Verification |
| Job Location |
Government Primary & High Schools across Karnataka |
| Last Date |
07 September 2026 |
✅ Karnataka Teacher Vacancy 2026 (Post & Region-wise):
|
Post Name |
Kalyana Karnataka |
Non-Kalyana Karnataka |
Total |
|
Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT) |
3,228 |
5,272 |
8,500 |
|
Assistant Master (AM) |
2,214 |
2,286 |
4,500 |
|
Primary School Teacher (PST) |
800 |
100 |
900 |
|
Physical Education Teacher (PET) |
425 |
175 |
600 |
|
Computer Science Teacher (CST) |
300 |
200 |
500 |
|
Total |
6,967 |
8,033 |
15,000 |
Note: Vacancies in Kalyana Karnataka follow a separate local-cadre reservation framework under Article 371J.
✅ Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates should generally have completed 12th/PUC, Diploma, Degree or Graduation from a recognised Board/University. Specific qualification and subject requirements (including B.Ed / D.Ed / TET where applicable) vary by post and subject. Candidates must carefully check post-wise and district-wise eligibility in the official gazette notifications.
- Age Limit: Minimum 21 years and Maximum 40 years (General category). Age relaxation: 3 years for 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B categories; 5 years for SC/ST categories. Exact cut-off date for age calculation to be confirmed from official notification.
✅ Karnataka Teacher Salary 2026:
The reported salary range is approximately ₹44,425 to ₹99,400 per month (indicative figures based on available sources). Candidates are advised to confirm the exact pay scale from the official notification/gazette.
✅ Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
- Competitive Written Examination (Computer-Based Test)
- Physical Efficiency Test / Physical Standard Test (applicable post-wise, e.g., for PET)
- Document Verification
Note: An indicative exam pattern (based on similar earlier exams) may include General Knowledge, Current Affairs, History & Constitution and Science (100 marks). Merit weightage (if applicable) to be confirmed from official rules. Candidates should refer to the detailed notification for exact pattern and weightage.
✅ Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- General & Backward Class: ₹750/-
- SC, ST & Specially Gifted (PwD): ₹500/-
- Possible combined fee for applying to two posts (verify on portal): ₹1,125 (Gen/BC) | ₹750 (SC/ST/PwD)
- Payment Mode: Online only
Important: Application form closes on 07 September 2026; fee payment deadline is 10 September 2026.
✅ Important Dates:
|
Event |
Schedule |
|
Notification / Gazette Release |
10–12 August 2026 |
|
Online Application Start |
Ongoing |
|
Last Date to Submit Online Application |
07 September 2026 |
|
Last Date for Fee Payment |
10 September 2026 |
|
Exam Date / Admit Card |
To be announced |
✅ Important Links:
✅ How to Apply for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE ONLY through the official Karnataka School Education Department website. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official website https://schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in/.
➢ Step 2: Find and click on the Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 application link.
➢ Step 3: Complete the registration process using a valid mobile number and email ID.
➢ Step 4: Log in and carefully fill personal, educational and other required details (select post, subject and region carefully).
➢ Step 5: Upload scanned copies of Photograph, Signature and required documents as per the prescribed specifications.
➢ Step 6: Pay the applicable application fee online.
➢ Step 7: Check all details carefully, submit the application and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
A total of 15,000 teaching posts (GPT – 8,500, AM – 4,500, PST – 900, PET – 600, CST – 500) are available for government primary and high schools.
What is the last date to apply for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 07 September 2026 (fee payment deadline: 10 September 2026).
What is the age limit for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 21 to 40 years (General category). Age relaxation of 3 years for 2A/2B/3A/3B and 5 years for SC/ST is applicable.
What is the educational qualification required for Karnataka Teacher 2026?
12th/PUC, Diploma, Degree or Graduation from a recognised institution (exact requirements including B.Ed/D.Ed/TET vary by post and subject – check official notifications).
What is the selection process for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Written Examination (CBT) → Physical Efficiency/Standard Test (where applicable) → Document Verification.
What is the application fee for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
₹750 for General & Backward Class candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
How to apply for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online only through the official website schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in before 07 September 2026.
