Karnataka Government Approves Rs 1464 Crore for School Staff Salaries

The government of Karnataka has taken a major step to support its school education system. The Karnataka Department of School Education and Literacy has approved a large amount of money to pay the salaries of its workers. The government has sanctioned a total of Rs 1,464.67 crore for this purpose.

This big budget release will help thousands of people who work in the state school system. The money will cover the salaries of both teachers and non-teaching staff. This funding will ensure that employees receive their monthly payments on time without any delay.

Six Months of Salary Covered

The state government issued an official order for this fund release on June 4, 2026. According to the official order, the approved money will cover school salaries for six months. The payment period starts in July 2026 and ends in December 2026.

The funds are meant for the second half of the 2026-27 financial year. The government wants to make sure that the school system runs smoothly during these months. With this money, the department can easily manage its regular monthly expenses for staff payments.

Who Will Benefit From the Funds?

The money will go to various types of schools and offices under the school education department. It will cover the salaries of teachers who teach in primary and secondary schools across Karnataka. It will also pay the non-teaching staff who help manage these schools every day.

Apart from schools, the funds will support employees in other education units. These include state-run educational institutions and regional administrative offices. Training centres, academic support units, and other offices that work for school welfare will also get their share of the money.

Rules for Releasing the Money

The Karnataka government has set clear rules for using this money. The department stated that the funds are based on the approved state budget for the year 2026-27. Drawing and disbursing officers have been told to distribute the salaries carefully. They must follow all the financial guidelines set by the state.

The government wants complete clarity on how the money is spent. All the concerned authorities must keep proper records of every single rupee. They need to write down the details of the spending and submit them to the higher offices within the given time limit.

Strict Conditions for Future Funding

The government has placed a strict condition on this fund release. The current amount will cover the staff until December 2026. However, the school department will need more money for the next months. The government has made it clear that the next installment of funds will not be automatic.

To get the next round of money, school officials must submit a detailed spending report first. They must also submit a utilization certificate to prove the money was used correctly. Along with these papers, a formal request for fresh funds must be sent to the government.

The official order clearly states that new grants will only be released after these conditions are met. Officials must use the money only for school salaries and nothing else. They must follow all state financial laws during this process. This rule will stop the misuse of public funds and bring discipline to school management.