The Karnataka School Education Department has announced a major recruitment drive for 15,000 teacher posts across government schools for 2026.
The recruitment covers Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT), Assistant Master (AM), Primary School Teacher (PST), Physical Education Teacher (PET) and Computer Science Teacher (CST) posts. Applications opened on 18 August 2026 and can be submitted until 7 September 2026.
The vacancies are divided between the Kalyana Karnataka region with 6,967 posts and the Residual Parent Cadre / Non-Kalyana Karnataka region with 8,033 posts.
Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Karnataka School Education Department |
| Recruitment | Government Teacher Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 15,000 |
| Kalyana Karnataka Vacancies | 6,967 |
| Non-Kalyana Karnataka Vacancies | 8,033 |
| Application Start | 18 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 10 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection | Computer-Based Test + post-specific stages + document verification |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Official Website | Karnataka School Education Department |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post | 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 |
Graduate Primary Teacher is the largest category with 8,500 posts, followed by Assistant Master with 4,500 posts.
Regional Vacancy Distribution
The recruitment has been split into two major cadres:
- Kalyana Karnataka: 6,967 posts
- Residual Parent Cadre / Non-Kalyana Karnataka: 8,033 posts
Candidates should check the notification applicable to their educational district because the School Education Department is issuing recruitment details district-wise.
Educational Qualification
Qualification requirements differ depending on the post.
Current recruitment information indicates that candidates may need qualifications such as:
- PUC / Class 12
- D.El.Ed / equivalent teacher-training qualification
- B.El.Ed
- Bachelor’s degree
- B.Ed
- Relevant degree or diploma for Computer Science / Physical Education posts
- Teacher Eligibility Test qualification where prescribed
Candidates should not assume that one qualification applies to all five post categories.
The district-wise notification applicable to the selected post should be treated as final for educational qualification, subject combination and teacher-eligibility requirements.
Age Limit
Current recruitment information reports a general age range of 21 to 40 years.
However, age limits and relaxations can vary by post, category and applicable Karnataka recruitment rules.
Candidates should verify the exact age cut-off from their relevant notification before applying.
Application Fee
Current recruitment coverage reports the following fee structure:
| Category | Reported Fee |
|---|---|
| General / Backward Classes | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹500 |
Candidates should verify the exact fee from the official application portal before payment, especially because district-wise recruitment notifications may contain post-specific instructions.
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by further applicable stages.
The overall process may include:
- Computer-Based Test
- Post-specific qualifying stages
- Physical Efficiency Test / Physical Standard Test where applicable, especially for Physical Education Teacher posts
- Document Verification
- Final merit / appointment process according to applicable rules
The Karnataka teacher recruitment rules introduced in 2026 also provide for revised weightage and qualifying criteria, so candidates should read the relevant post notification carefully.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Notification | August 2026 |
| Application Start | 18 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 7 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 10 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official Karnataka School Education Department recruitment portal.
- Open the notification for your educational district and desired teaching post.
- Read the complete eligibility and reservation instructions.
- Complete online registration.
- Select the correct post and district/cadre.
- Enter educational, TET and category details carefully.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
- Pay the applicable fee.
- Review the application carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application by 7 September 2026.
- Complete fee payment by 10 September 2026, where applicable.
Useful Regal Career tools:
Documents to Keep Ready
Candidates should keep the following ready:
- Class 10 certificate
- PUC / Class 12 certificate, where applicable
- Degree / diploma certificate
- B.Ed / D.El.Ed / B.El.Ed certificate, where applicable
- TET certificate, if required
- Category / caste certificate
- Kalyana Karnataka eligibility certificate, where applicable
- Domicile / reservation documents, where required
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Valid photo ID
- Active mobile number and email address
Important Candidate Note
This is a district-wise teacher recruitment, not a single uniform post with one common eligibility condition.
Candidates should select the educational district and post only after checking:
- exact qualification
- subject combination
- TET requirement
- reservation roster
- local/cadre eligibility
- age limit
- fee
- examination pattern
Important Links
Official Karnataka School Education Department Website
Regal Career Application Tools
FAQ
How many vacancies are available in Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment includes 15,000 teacher vacancies across five major teaching categories.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application is 7 September 2026.
How many Graduate Primary Teacher vacancies are available?
There are 8,500 Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT) posts.
How many vacancies are in Kalyana Karnataka?
There are 6,967 posts in the Kalyana Karnataka region.
What is the selection process?
Selection includes a Computer-Based Test, followed by post-specific stages and document verification. PET posts may have physical-test requirements.
Is the same qualification applicable to all posts?
No. Qualification varies by post. Candidates must read the district-wise notification for GPT, Assistant Master, PST, PET or Computer Science Teacher before applying.
Source Note
The Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 vacancy totals, post-wise breakup and application dates have been cross-checked against current recruitment reporting based on the Karnataka School Education Department’s August 2026 recruitment notifications.
The Department is issuing recruitment details district-wise. Candidates should therefore rely on the official notification applicable to their selected educational district for final qualification, fee, reservation, age and selection conditions.
