Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026: 15,000 Vacancies, Apply Online

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 is underway for 15,000 teaching posts in government schools. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online until September 7, 2026.

The recruitment covers Graduate Primary Teacher, Assistant Master, Primary School Teacher, Physical Education Teacher and Computer Science Teacher posts across Karnataka.

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights

The table below covers the important details candidates should know before applying. Candidates should also check the district-wise notification for post-specific requirements.

Karnataka Teacher Vacancy 2026

The Karnataka government has approved 15,000 teacher vacancies for government primary and high schools. The posts have been divided between the Kalyana Karnataka region and the Residual Parent Cadre.

The post-wise vacancy distribution is given below:

Graduate Primary Teacher posts account for the largest share of the recruitment, with 8,500 vacancies.

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates must complete their applications before the deadline. The application window opened on August 18 and will close on September 7.

• Application begins: August 18, 2026
• Last date to submit application: September 7, 2026
• Last date for fee payment: September 10, 2026
• Competitive examination: To be announced

Some reports have indicated an October examination schedule, but the currently available official department information does not clearly establish the exam date. Candidates should wait for the department's confirmed examination schedule.

Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must meet the educational qualification and other conditions prescribed for the post and educational district they are applying for.

The recruitment includes teaching posts for different subjects and cadres. Depending on the post, candidates may require qualifications such as B.Ed, B.El.Ed or D.El.Ed, along with the prescribed subject or teacher eligibility requirements.

Candidates should carefully read the applicable district-wise notification before submitting the application because eligibility requirements can differ according to the post.

Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 selection process includes a competitive examination followed by further selection formalities.

The broad process includes:

• Computer-Based/competitive examination
• Post-specific stages, wherever applicable
• Document verification
• Physical efficiency or physical standard requirements for applicable Physical Education Teacher posts

The detailed selection process and qualifying requirements will depend on the post applied for.

How to Apply for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official Karnataka School Education Department website.
2. Open the Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 section.
3. Select the relevant recruitment notification for the educational district.
4. Read the eligibility and post details carefully.
5. Complete the online application form.
6. Upload the required documents and certificates.
7. Pay the applicable application fee.
8. Submit the application form.
9. Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

The official School Education Department website has a dedicated teacher recruitment section where recruitment-related notifications and instructions are published.

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