Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026: Bumper Opening for 15,000 Graduate Primary Teacher Posts

A monumental employment opportunity has officially arrived for aspiring educators across the region. The Karnataka School Education and Literacy Department has released an extensive recruitment notification to fill a massive total of 15,000 Graduate Primary Teacher positions for classes 6th to 8th in government schools. Aimed at strengthening the state's educational infrastructure, this massive hiring drive invites eligible candidates who have cleared their teacher eligibility tests to apply online starting August 18, 2026, via the official portal at schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in.

Detailed Breakdown of the 15,000 Vacancies

To accommodate diverse teaching streams and administrative requirements across government institutions, the 15,000 openings are strategically categorized into specific teaching roles:

• GPSTR (Graduate Primary School Teachers): 8,500 Posts

• Assistant Master (AM): 4,500 Posts

• Primary School Teacher (PST): 900 Posts

• Physical Education Teacher (PET): 600 Posts

• Computer Science Teacher (CST): 500 Posts

Crucial Dates and Application Schedule

Candidates must note down the following important dates to ensure they complete their registration and fee payments well within the stipulated windows:

• Online Application Start Date: August 18, 2026

• Application Closing Date: September 7, 2026

• Application Fee Payment Deadline: September 10, 2026

• Written Examination Date: To be announced soon by the department

Educational Qualifications, Age Limits, and Eligibility

To maintain high standards of academic instruction, applicants must meet specific qualification and age parameters established by the state authorities:

• Educational Requirements: Candidates must hold a recognized Bachelor's degree in relevant academic subjects (such as languages, mathematics, science, or social studies) coupled with a D.El.Ed (Diploma in Elementary Education) or a B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) degree.

• Teacher Eligibility Test (TET): Passing either the Karnataka TET or the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) is mandatory for eligibility.

• Age Limits: General category applicants must be between 21 and 40 years of age. Standard upper-age relaxations will be applicable to candidates belonging to reserved categories (OBC, SC, and ST) in accordance with Karnataka state government regulations.

Selection Process and How to Apply Online

The selection of candidates for these 15,000 coveted positions will follow a strict, competitive, and transparent framework:

• Competitive Written Examination: Candidates must appear for a comprehensive written test featuring multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and descriptive questions assessing general knowledge, educational psychology, language proficiency, and core subject competence.

• Merit List and Document Verification: The final merit list will be curated based on written exam scores and academic weightage. Shortlisted candidates will then undergo rigorous document verification before final appointment letters are issued.

• How to Apply: Eligible aspirants should visit the official portal at schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in starting August 18, 2026. Click on the designated 'Graduate Primary Teacher Recruitment 2026' link, complete your registration, upload scanned copies of required educational credentials and photographs, and submit the form along with the prescribed category application fee.