Department of School Education and Literacy, Government of Karnataka has announced recruitment for 15,000 Teacher posts. The online application process begins on 18 August 2026 and closes on 07 September 2026. The drive covers 6,967 posts in the Kalyana Karnataka region and 8,033 posts in the Residual Parent Cadre.
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Kalyana Karnataka | Non-Kalyana Karnataka | Total |
|---|
| Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT) | 3228 | 5272 | 8500 |
| Assistant Master (AM) | 2214 | 2286 | 4500 |
| Primary School Teacher (PST) | 800 | 100 | 900 |
| Physical Education Teacher (PET) | 425 | 175 | 600 |
| Computer Science Teacher (CST) | 300 | 200 | 500 |
| Total | 6967 | 8033 | 15000 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT): Graduate with B.Ed / B.El.Ed or equivalent as per NCTE norms.
- Assistant Master (AM): Post Graduate in the relevant subject with B.Ed.
- Primary School Teacher (PST): 12th pass with D.El.Ed or equivalent.
- Physical Education Teacher (PET): Graduate with Physical Education qualification.
- Computer Science Teacher (CST): Graduate/PG in Computer Science with B.Ed.
- Kannada language proficiency and Karnataka eligibility as per the district-wise notification.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT).
- Post-specific stages, wherever applicable.
- Document Verification.
- Physical Efficiency / Physical Standard Test (for PET posts, wherever applicable).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Online Application Start | 18.08.2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 07.09.2026 |
| Application Fee Payment | Until 10.09.2026 |
How to Apply
- Visit the official Karnataka School Education Department website / the district-wise recruitment portal.
- Apply online from 18.08.2026 to 07.09.2026.
- Check the notification applicable to your educational district for vacancies and reservation details.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit before the deadline.
Important Links (Official)
Additional Information
- Separate notifications will be issued for each educational district based on vacancies.
- Reservation rules of the Government of Karnataka (including internal reservation) will apply category-wise.
- Candidates must satisfy the prescribed Karnataka teacher eligibility (TET/KTET, as applicable) for the respective post.
- The examination will be conducted in online (CBT) mode; post-specific skill stages and document verification will follow.
- Only online applications will be accepted; no offline mode of application is available.
Important General Instructions
- Read the district-wise notification carefully for post-wise qualification, age, fee and reservation details.
- Keep scanned copies of photograph, signature and certificates ready as per the portal specifications.
- Fee payment is accepted online until 10.09.2026; applications without fee will not be considered.
- Physical Efficiency/Standard Test may be applicable for Physical Education Teacher posts as notified.