The Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Karnataka School Education Department for 15,000 teaching vacancies across posts including Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT/GPSTR), Assistant Master (AM), Primary School Teacher (PST), Physical Education Teacher Grade-II (PET), and Computer Science Teacher (CST) for the 2026-27 academic session
. Online applications are scheduled from 18 August 2026 to 7 September 2026, with the application fee payment window open until 10 September 2026.
Candidates can check complete details about the district-wise and region-wise vacancies, educational qualification, age limit, application fee, CET, TET and academic merit formula, salary, selection process and online application procedure before applying.
Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 — Overview |
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| Official Notification Out — 15,000 Teacher Posts (GPT, AM, PST, PET, CST) | Apply Online 18 Aug – 07 Sept 2026 | |
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| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Karnataka School Education Department (Department of Public Instruction), Government of Karnataka |
| Recruitment Name | Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 (GPSTR / Assistant Master / PST / PET / CST — 2026-27 Academic Session) |
| Notification Basis | Karnataka Education Department Services (DPI) (Recruitment to Certain Teaching Posts) (Special) Rules, 2026 & (Recruitment) (Amendment) Rules, 2026 — notified 10 Aug 2026 |
| Post Name | Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT/GPSTR), Assistant Master (AM), Primary School Teacher – General (PST), Physical Education Teacher Grade-II (PET), Computer Science Teacher (CST) |
| Total Vacancies | 15,000 — For Academic Year 2026-27 |
| Notification Release Date | 12 August 2026 (district-wise gazette notices published 07–12 August 2026) |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only |
| Region-wise Division | Kalyana Karnataka Region (Art. 371J local cadre) — 6,967 posts; Non-Kalyana Karnataka Region — 8,033 posts |
| Job Location | Government Primary & Higher Primary Schools across Karnataka (district/taluk cadre as applicable) |
| Official Website | schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in |
Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 — Notification Details |
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| Notification Name | Karnataka School Education Department Teacher Recruitment 2026 — 15,000 Vacancies (GPSTR & other posts) |
| Notification Type | Direct Recruitment — District/Region-wise Local Cadre (Kalyana Karnataka 371J) & State-wide Cadre |
| Background | Vacancies were first confirmed in the Karnataka State Budget (6 March 2026). The Education Minister had earlier stated the process was delayed so the government could modernise teacher recruitment rules before releasing the notification; guest teachers were being used as a temporary stop-gap arrangement in the interim. |
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Important Dates 2026
Note: Exam date and admit card schedule had not been announced as of 13 August 2026. Candidates should keep checking the official website regularly, as this article will be treated as a live template and updated once official dates are released. |
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Age Limit 2026
Age Relaxation |
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| Category | Age Relaxation |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | 3 Years |
| SC / ST / Category-1 | 5 Years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Additional relaxation as per State Government norms (confirm exact years in notification) |
Education Qualification — Post-Wise |
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| Post | Required Qualification |
| Graduate Primary Teacher / GPSTR (Classes 6th–8th) | Graduation degree (minimum ~50% marks) + recognized Teacher Training qualification (B.Ed / D.Ed / D.El.Ed) + valid TET (KARTET or CTET Paper-II) certificate |
| Assistant Master (High School subject teacher) | Graduation/Post-Graduation in the relevant subject + B.Ed (subject-specific) as prescribed for High School Assistant posts |
| Primary School Teacher – General (1st–5th Class) | PUC/12th + Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed/TCH) + valid TET (KARTET/CTET Paper-I) certificate |
| Physical Education Teacher Grade-II (1st–8th Class) | Degree/Diploma in Physical Education (C.P.Ed / B.P.Ed as prescribed) from a recognized institution |
| Computer Science Teacher (1st–8th Class) | Degree with Computer Science/Computer Applications as a subject, or equivalent recognized computer science qualification |
| Note: A valid Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) certificate — KARTET or CTET Paper-I/Paper-II as applicable to the post — is a mandatory requirement wherever prescribed. Exact post-wise and subject-wise qualification detail varies by district; candidates must verify their specific district’s gazette notification before applying. | |
Application Fee |
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| General & Backward Class Candidates | ₹750/- |
| SC / ST / Specially Gifted (PwD) Candidates | ₹500/- |
| Fee Payment Window | 18 August 2026 to 10 September 2026 (fee window extends 3 days beyond the last date to apply) |
| Fee Payment Mode | Online — Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI (as available on the application portal) |
| Note: Application fee is generally non-refundable. Bank/gateway transaction charges, if any, are borne separately by the candidate. | |
Karnataka Teacher Vacancy 2026 — Post-Wise & Region-Wise Details |
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| Post | Kalyana Karnataka Region |
| Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT/GPSTR) | 3,228 |
| Assistant Master (AM) | 2,214 |
| Primary School Teacher – General (PST) | 800 |
| Physical Education Teacher Grade-II (PET) | 425 |
| Computer Science Teacher (CST) | 300 |
| Kalyana Karnataka Total | 6,967 |
| Post | Non-Kalyana Karnataka Region |
| Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT/GPSTR) | 5,272 |
| Assistant Master (AM) | 2,286 |
| Primary School Teacher – General (PST) | 100 |
| Physical Education Teacher Grade-II (PET) | 175 |
| Computer Science Teacher (CST) | 200 |
| Non-Kalyana Karnataka Total | 8,033 |
| Grand Total | 15,000 |
| Note: Within Kalyana Karnataka districts (Kalaburagi, Bidar, Yadgir, Raichur, Koppal, Ballari, Vijayanagar), vacancies are further split under Article 371J as Local Cadre (LC) — 80% of posts — and Residual/Remaining Parent Cadre (RPC) — 20% of posts — as reflected in each district’s individual gazette notice. | |
District-Wise Gazette Notifications Published (07–12 August 2026)
Note: Each district has published its own separate gazette notice for Primary School Teacher–General, Physical Education Teacher Grade-II, Graduate Primary Teacher, and Computer Science Teacher posts. Candidates should download and check the specific PDF notice for their preferred district from the Karnataka e-Gazette (e-Rajyapatra) portal, since eligible-candidate cut-offs and local-cadre reservation percentages differ district to district. |
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Selection Process 2026
Merit Weightage — New 90:10 Formula
Important Points
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Karnataka Teacher 2026 Salary & Pay Scale |
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| Component | Details |
| Pay Scale (GPSTR/Primary Teacher) | Approx. ₹27,650 – ₹52,650 (Karnataka state pay matrix, indicative) |
| Approx. Starting In-Hand Salary | ₹35,000 – ₹40,000 per month (with DA & HRA; varies by posting location) |
| Additional Allowances | Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Benefits, other allowances as per Karnataka Civil Services rules |
| Note: Assistant Master (High School) posts typically carry a slightly higher pay scale than Primary Teacher posts. Exact figures should be confirmed from the official pay-matrix annexure in the notification, as they were not separately published in the district gazette notices reviewed. | |
How to Apply Online for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026
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Documents Required for Karnataka Teacher Application 2026
Note: Original documents along with self-attested photocopies must be produced at the time of document verification. Any discrepancy between the online application and the originals can lead to cancellation of candidature. |
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Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 — Preparation Strategy
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Karnataka Teacher 2026 — Job Profile
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FAQs — Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
A total of 15,000 teacher vacancies have been announced for the 2026-27 academic session.
Q2. Which posts are included in Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment covers Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT/GPSTR), Assistant Master (AM), Primary School Teacher–General (PST), Physical Education Teacher Grade-II (PET), and Computer Science Teacher (CST) posts.
Q3. When will the online application process start?
Online applications are scheduled to start on 18 August 2026.
Q4. What is the last date to apply for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 7 September 2026, while the application fee can be paid up to 10 September 2026.
Q5. How many vacancies are available in the Kalyana Karnataka Region?
A total of 6,967 posts are allocated to the Kalyana Karnataka Region, while 8,033 posts are available in the Non-Kalyana Karnataka Region.
Q6. What is the educational qualification for GPSTR posts?
Candidates generally require a graduation degree, recognized teacher-training qualification such as B.Ed/D.Ed/D.El.Ed, and a valid TET certificate, subject to the exact post and district requirements.
Q7. Is TET mandatory for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
According to the provided recruitment details, a valid KARTET or CTET certificate is required wherever prescribed for the particular teaching post.
Q8. What is the application fee?
The application fee is ₹750 for General and Backward Class candidates and ₹500 for SC/ST/Specially Gifted (PwD) candidates.
Q9. What is the selection process for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes online application and document verification, Competitive Written Examination/CET, applicable physical tests for PET candidates, document verification, and final merit/counselling.
Q10. What is the merit formula mentioned in the recruitment details?
The provided details state a 90:10 formula, with 70% weightage for CET marks, 20% for TET marks, and 10% for academic qualification marks.
Q11. Has the Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 exam date been announced?
No. The CET/Competitive Exam date and admit card schedule had not been announced as of 13 August 2026.
Q12. What is the age limit for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The provided details mention a minimum age of 21 years. The maximum age is generally stated as 40 years for General candidates, with relaxation for reserved categories; the exact limit can vary by post and should be checked in the relevant district notification.
Q13. Where will selected teachers be posted?
Selected candidates will be posted in Government Primary and Higher Primary Schools across Karnataka, according to the applicable district, taluk or cadre requirements.
Q14. What documents are required while applying?
Candidates should keep their photo ID, 10th certificate, educational certificates, teacher-training qualification, TET certificate, category certificate, local-cadre eligibility documents where applicable, photograph and signature ready.
Q15. Where can candidates check district-wise Karnataka Teacher Recruitment notices?
Candidates should check the Karnataka School Education Department website and the Karnataka e-Rajyapatra/e-Gazette portal for the specific district-wise notification and cadre details.
