The Karnataka School Education Department, Government of Karnataka, has released the Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification for 15,000 teaching vacancies for the 2026-27 academic session. The recruitment is for government primary and high schools across Karnataka. Eligible candidates can apply online from 18th August 2026 to 7th September 2026.
| Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification | |
| Job Location: Government schools across Karnataka | |
| Organization Name | Karnataka School Education Department (Department of Public Instruction) |
| Post Name | Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT), Assistant Master (AM), etc... |
| No. of Vacancies | 15,000 |
| Qualification | PUC, Diploma, Degree |
| Official Website | schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in |
| Mode | Online |
Post Details
Post Names:
- Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT)
- Assistant Master (AM)
- Primary School Teacher (PST)
- Physical Education Teacher (PET)
- Computer Science Teacher (CST)
Total Vacancies: 15,000 Posts
Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT): 8,500 Posts
Assistant Master (AM): 4,500 Posts
Primary School Teacher (PST): 900 Posts
Physical Education Teacher (PET): 600 Posts
Computer Science Teacher (CST): 500 Posts
The vacancies are divided between the Kalyana Karnataka and Non-Kalyana Karnataka regions. Kalyana Karnataka has 6,967 vacancies, while Non-Kalyana Karnataka has 8,033 vacancies.
Qualification
The educational and professional qualifications are different for each teaching post and subject.
Based on the available notification details, candidates should generally have completed 12th/PUC, Diploma, Degree or Graduation from a recognised board or university, depending on the post applied for.
The exact post-wise qualifications, subject requirements and professional teaching qualifications should be checked in the official district-wise notification before applying.
Salary Details
The reported salary range for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 is approximately ₹44,425 to ₹99,400 per month.
This salary figure is indicative and should be confirmed from the official recruitment notification before applying.
Age Limit
Minimum Age: 21 Years
Maximum Age: 40 Years for General category candidates
Age Relaxation:
- 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B Candidates – 3 Years
- SC/ST Candidates – 5 Years
The exact date for calculating age has not been specified in the available details. Candidates should check the official notification for the applicable cut-off date.
Application Fee
General & Backward Class Candidates: ₹750/-
SC / ST / Specially Gifted (PwD) Candidates: ₹500/-
The available information also mentions a different fee structure for candidates applying for two posts together. Candidates should verify the exact fee applicable to them on the official application portal before making payment.
Selection Process
The selection process includes a competitive written examination and other prescribed stages.
- Competitive Written Examination
- Physical Efficiency Test / Physical Standard Test, wherever applicable
- Document Verification
For Physical Education Teacher posts, additional physical-related tests may be applicable.
The exact examination pattern and merit calculation should be checked in the official notification, as the available details do not confirm the complete pattern for this recruitment cycle.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Karnataka School Education Department website.
- Visit the official website at schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in.
- Find the Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete the registration using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Log in and enter your personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Check all the details carefully before submitting the application.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
- Keep a printout or soft copy of the application for future reference.
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: 12th August 2026
Online Application Start Date: 18th August 2026
Last Date to Apply Online: 7th September 2026
Last Date to Pay Application Fee: 10th September 2026
Written Examination Date: To be announced
Admit Card Release Date: To be announced
Important Links
| Notification Link | Click Here |
| Application Link | Apply Now |
| Official Website | Click Here |