- Recruitment drive by Karnataka School Education Department for 15,000 teaching vacancies in government primary and high schools for the 2026-27 academic session.
- Posts include Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT), Assistant Master (AM), Primary School Teacher (PST), Physical Education Teacher (PET), and Computer Science Teacher (CST).
- Vacancies split between Kalyana Karnataka region (6,967 posts) and Non-Kalyana Karnataka region (8,033 posts).
- Applications accepted online via schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in from 18 August 2026 to 7 September 2026.
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Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 for 15,000 Teaching Posts
Karnataka School Education Department (Department of Public Instruction), Government of Karnataka
Total Vacancies
15,000
Job Location
Government primary and high schools across Karnataka
Apply Start
18 Aug 2026
Apply Deadline
07 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
📄 View PDF Notification
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Karnataka School Education Department (Department of Public Instruction), Government of Karnataka (KSED) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | 12th Pass (Intermediate) (12th-pass), Diploma (diploma), Graduate (graduate), B.Ed. (b.ed.), Teaching Qualification (teaching-qualification), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 15,000 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹44,425 - ₹99,400 Per Month |
| Age Limits | 21 to 40 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | - ₹750 for General and Backward Class candidates. - ₹500 for SC, ST, and Specially Gifted (PwD) candidates. - Combined fee for candidates applying to two posts: ₹1,125 for General/Backward Class and ₹750 for SC/ST/PwD candidates (not independently confirmed; verify on official portal). |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age as of the application date (age relaxation: 3 years for 2A/2B/3A/3B categories, 5 years for SC/ST categories).
- Educational qualifications vary by post: generally 12th/PUC, Diploma, Degree, or Graduation from a recognized board/university.
- Specific post-wise qualifications (e.g., B.Ed/D.Ed/TET requirements) must be confirmed from the official district-wise notification PDF before applying.
- Postings in Kalyana Karnataka follow an 80% Local Cadre (LC) and 20% Remaining Original Cadre (RPC) split as per district-level notices.
- Educational qualifications vary by post: generally 12th/PUC, Diploma, Degree, or Graduation from a recognized board/university.
- Specific post-wise qualifications (e.g., B.Ed/D.Ed/TET requirements) must be confirmed from the official district-wise notification PDF before applying.
- Postings in Kalyana Karnataka follow an 80% Local Cadre (LC) and 20% Remaining Original Cadre (RPC) split as per district-level notices.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection includes a competitive written examination (Computer-Based Test) followed by other prescribed stages.
- Written examination covers General Knowledge, Current Affairs, History & Constitution, and Science (100 marks total).
- For Physical Education Teacher (PET), a Physical Efficiency Test/Physical Standard Test is applicable post-wise.
- Document verification is part of the selection process.
- Merit determination weightage (not confirmed from official source): 85% for written examination marks, 13% for degree/qualifying-exam marks, and 2% for B.Ed marks.
- Written examination covers General Knowledge, Current Affairs, History & Constitution, and Science (100 marks total).
- For Physical Education Teacher (PET), a Physical Efficiency Test/Physical Standard Test is applicable post-wise.
- Document verification is part of the selection process.
- Merit determination weightage (not confirmed from official source): 85% for written examination marks, 13% for degree/qualifying-exam marks, and 2% for B.Ed marks.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Not specified in the notification — candidates should verify required documents from the official district-wise notification PDF.
💳 Application Fee Details
- ₹750 for General and Backward Class candidates.
- ₹500 for SC, ST, and Specially Gifted (PwD) candidates.
- Combined fee for candidates applying to two posts: ₹1,125 for General/Backward Class and ₹750 for SC/ST/PwD candidates (not independently confirmed; verify on official portal).
- ₹500 for SC, ST, and Specially Gifted (PwD) candidates.
- Combined fee for candidates applying to two posts: ₹1,125 for General/Backward Class and ₹750 for SC/ST/PwD candidates (not independently confirmed; verify on official portal).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
A total of 15,000 vacancies are available across five teaching posts: Graduate Primary Teacher, Assistant Master, Primary School Teacher, Physical Education Teacher, and Computer Science Teacher.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 7 September 2026, and the application fee can be paid until 10 September 2026.
Q.
What is the age limit for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 applicants?
Applicants must be between 21 and 40 years old. Age relaxation is 3 years for 2A/2B/3A/3B categories and 5 years for SC/ST categories.
Q.
What is the application fee for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹750 for General and Backward Class candidates, and ₹500 for SC, ST, and Specially Gifted (PwD) candidates.
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Where can I apply online for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Applications must be submitted online through the official website: schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in.