Karnataka GPSTR Teacher Recruitment 2026
Karnataka School Education Department
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Karnataka GPSTR Teacher Recruitment 2026
Karnataka School Education Department
Quick facts
About the role
The Department of School Education in Karnataka is hiring 15,000 teachers for government primary and high schools across the state for the 2026–27 school term. The drive covers 8,500 Graduate Primary School Teacher positions along with vacancies for Assistant Masters, Primary School Teachers, Physical Education Teachers, and Computer Science Teachers. Vacancies are split between the Kalyana Karnataka region with 6,967 spots and non-Kalyana Karnataka districts with 8,033 openings. Candidates who completed graduation or senior secondary education alongside teacher training credentials such as B.Ed or D.El.Ed, and who cleared the Karnataka TET or Central TET, can submit applications. Appointments will be made on regular state government pay scales with standard allowances. This recruitment offers a direct pathway into state educational service for trained teaching graduates across Karnataka.
Highlights
- Total 15,000 teaching posts across five distinct cadres
- 8,500 openings dedicated strictly to Graduate Primary School Teachers (GPSTR)
- Separate seat distribution for Kalyana Karnataka (6,967) and other districts (8,033)
- Requires qualification in either KARTET or CTET along with professional teacher training
- Reported pay bracket spans ₹44,425 to ₹99,400 per month with state allowances
Selection process
- 1Computer-based written examination covering general subjects, pedagogy, and language
- 2Physical standard and efficiency tests for Physical Education Teacher roles
- 3Verification of original educational, caste, and domicile certificates
How to apply
- 1Visit the official portal at schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in and locate the teacher recruitment link.
- 2Register an account using a working mobile number and email ID.
- 3Complete personal details, academic scores, and TET qualification records in the application form.
- 4Upload scanned copies of mark sheets, category certificates, identity proof, photo, and signature.
- 5Pay the examination fee through the online payment gateway and print the final submission page.
Important dates
- Gazette Notification Issued12 Aug 2026
- Online Registration Opened18 Aug 2026
- Extended Registration Deadline25 Oct 2026
- Last Date for Online Fee Payment27 Oct 2026
- Admit Card ReleaseNov 2026
- Written Examination DateDec 2026
Official source & verification
Application status tracker
- Last date to apply27 Oct 2026
- Fee payment last date27 Oct 2026
- Written Examination DateDec 2026
Frequently asked questions
What posts are included under Karnataka GPSTR Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment fills 15,000 vacancies across five categories: Graduate Primary School Teachers, Assistant Masters, Primary School Teachers, Physical Education Teachers, and Computer Science Teachers across government schools.
Is clearing KARTET mandatory to apply for GPSTR vacancies?
Yes. Candidates must have qualified either the Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET) or the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) with the required qualifying marks to remain eligible for primary teaching posts.
What is the upper age limit for reserved categories?
General category candidates must be between 21 and 40 years of age. Candidates belonging to Categories 2A, 2B, 3A, and 3B can apply up to 43 years, while SC and ST candidates can apply up to 45 years.
How are the 15,000 vacancies divided region-wise?
The department has set aside 6,967 vacancies for the Kalyana Karnataka region under Article 371(J) provisions. The remaining 8,033 vacancies are distributed among non-Kalyana Karnataka districts.
Is there negative marking in the GPSTR competitive exam?
No negative marking is prescribed in the GPSTR written examination papers. The test assesses general pedagogy, core subject knowledge, and regional language proficiency through objective and descriptive questions.