Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 – 15,000 Vacancies, Apply Online from 18 August

The Karnataka School Education Department has announced recruitment for 15,000 teaching posts in government primary and high schools for the 2026 recruitment cycle. The latest notification details reported on August 12 confirm that online applications will begin on 18 August 2026 and continue until 7 September 2026.

The recruitment covers Graduate Primary Teachers, Assistant Masters, Primary School Teachers, Physical Education Teachers and Computer Science Teachers. The vacancies are divided between Kalyana Karnataka and Non-Kalyana Karnataka regions.

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026

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Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particulars	Details
Recruitment	Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026
Conducting Department	Karnataka School Education Department
Total Vacancies	15,000
Major Posts	GPT, Assistant Master, PST, PET, CST
Recruitment Type	Direct Recruitment
Job Location	Karnataka
Application Mode	Online
Application Start Date	18 August 2026
Last Date to Apply	7 September 2026
Fee Payment Last Date	10 September 2026
Competitive Exam	5 & 6 October 2026
Official Website	Karnataka School Education Department

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Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Notification	August 2026
Online Application Start	18 August 2026
Last Date to Apply	7 September 2026
Last Date for Fee Payment	10 September 2026
Admit Card	As per official notification
Competitive Examination	5 & 6 October 2026
Result	As per official notification

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General & Backward Class	Rs750
SC, ST & Specially Gifted (PwD) Candidates	Rs500

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The Karnataka teacher recruitment rules prescribe age and other eligibility requirements for direct recruitment. However, the exact post-wise age limit and relaxation applicable to this recruitment should be checked in the detailed recruitment notification.

• Minimum age: 21 years
• Maximum age: 40 years (General category)
• Age relaxation for 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B category candidates: 3 years
• Age relaxation for SC/ST category candidates: 5 years

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details & Eligibility Criteria

A total of 15,000 teaching posts have been approved for recruitment. The post-wise distribution is as follows.

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

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification

The exact qualification varies according to the teaching post. Candidates must satisfy the educational, age and other eligibility requirements prescribed for the respective post.

The recruitment covers primary, upper-primary, graduate teacher, physical education and computer science teaching positions.

Candidates should check the detailed notification for the exact combination of:

• Degree/PUC qualification
• B.Ed./D.Ed./D.El.Ed. requirements
• Subject-specific qualifications
• TET requirements
• CET requirements
• Kannada-language requirements
• Category and regional eligibility

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The Karnataka teacher recruitment rules introduce a CET-based weightage system for teacher selection. The final merit list will use CET marks along with TET, academic qualifications and other prescribed criteria, depending on the teaching category.

For primary school teachers covering Classes 1–5, the reported weightage is:

• CET – 70%
• TET Paper I – 20%
• Academic qualification – 8%
• Service-related marks – 2%

For Classes 6–8, CET carries 70% weightage, while TET Paper II and other prescribed criteria account for the remaining weightage.

For Graduate Teacher posts covering Classes 9–10, CET carries 70% weightage, with the remaining 30% based on academic performance and other prescribed qualifications.

The recruitment also includes document verification before appointment. Incorrect or unsupported claims regarding eligibility or qualifications can lead to cancellation of candidature.

The latest recruitment report states that the competitive examination is scheduled for 5 and 6 October 2026.

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Minimum Qualifying Marks

Category	Minimum Qualifying Marks
General	38%
IIA, IIB, IIIA, IIIB	41%
SC, ST, Category-I & PwD	43%

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Salary / Pay Scale

The recruitment is for regular teaching positions in Karnataka government schools. However, the exact post-wise pay scale should be taken from the detailed recruitment notification.

Salary / Pay Scale: As per official notification and applicable Karnataka government pay rules.

Candidates should not confuse the salary of this regular recruitment with temporary guest-teacher remuneration.

How to Apply for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the official Karnataka School Education Department website.
2. Open the recruitment/teacher recruitment section.
3. Select Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026.
4. Read the official notification carefully.
5. Check eligibility for the specific teaching post.
6. Complete the online registration form.
7. Enter personal, educational and other required details.
8. Upload the required certificates and documents.
9. Pay the applicable application fee, if required.
10. Preview all details before final submission.
11. Submit the application before 7 September 2026.
12. Save and print the submitted application for future reference.

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Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

1. How many vacancies are available in Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?

The Karnataka government has announced 15,000 teaching vacancies for government primary and high schools.

2. When will Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 applications start?

Online applications are scheduled to begin on 18 August 2026. The last date to apply is 7 September 2026.

3. What is the last date for Karnataka 15,000 Teacher Recruitment 2026?

The last date for submitting the online application is 7 September 2026, while the reported last date for fee payment is 10 September 2026.

4. What is the Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 exam date?

The competitive examinations are scheduled for 5 and 6 October 2026.

5. What is the selection process for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based on the competitive examination and prescribed weightage involving CET, TET, academic qualifications and other applicable criteria. The exact weightage varies according to the teaching post.