KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 1087 Vacancies
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has officially released the KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification for 1,087 teaching vacancies in residential schools managed by the Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS). The recruitment includes vacancies under both the Kalyana Karnataka (KK) Local Cadre (320 Posts) and the Rest of Karnataka (RPC) Cadre (767 Posts).
Eligible candidates can apply online through the KEA official portal from 15 July 2026 to 13 August 2026, while the last date to pay the application fee is 14 August 2026. This recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for candidates aspiring to secure a Karnataka Government Teacher Job with an attractive salary of up to ₹99,400 per month.
KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Department | Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS) |
| Recruitment | Teacher Recruitment 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1087 Posts |
| KK Cadre | 320 Posts |
| RPC Cadre | 767 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Selection Process | Offline OMR Written Exam + Certificate Verification |
| Salary | ₹49,050 – ₹99,400 |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in |
Important Dates for KREIS Teacher Vacancy 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 10 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 August 2026 |
KREIS Teacher Vacancy 2026
Kalyana Karnataka (KK) Cadre – 320 Posts
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Kannada Teacher | 62 |
| English Teacher | 69 |
| Hindi Teacher | 31 |
| Mathematics Teacher | 35 |
| Science Teacher | 32 |
| Social Science Teacher | 24 |
| Physical Education Teacher | 33 |
| Graduate Drawing Teacher | 17 |
| Diploma Drawing Teacher | 17 |
| Total | 320 |
Rest of Karnataka (RPC) Cadre – 767 Posts
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Kannada Teacher | 103 |
| English Teacher | 108 |
| Hindi Teacher | 55 |
| Mathematics Teacher | 103 |
| Science Teacher | 106 |
| Social Science Teacher | 154 |
| Computer Science Teacher | 57 |
| Physical Education Teacher | 81 |
| Total | 767 |
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Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess the required qualification for the respective teaching post.
Kannada Teacher
- Graduation with Kannada as an optional subject or Kannada Pandit qualification.
- B.Ed. in the relevant methodology.
English Teacher
- Graduation with English as an optional subject.
- B.Ed. with English methodology.
Hindi Teacher
- Graduation with Hindi as an optional subject.
- B.Ed. in Hindi methodology.
- Kannada language proficiency as prescribed.
Mathematics Teacher
- Graduation in Mathematics with Physics/Chemistry as one optional subject.
- B.Ed. (Science Method).
Science Teacher
- Graduation in Chemistry with Biology/Botany/Zoology.
- B.Ed. (Science Method).
Social Science Teacher
- Graduation with History, Economics, Political Science, Sociology or Geography.
- B.Ed. (Arts Method).
Computer Science Teacher (RPC)
- BCA/B.Sc. Computer Science/Information Science or equivalent.
- B.Ed.
Physical Education Teacher
- Graduation with B.P.Ed.
Drawing Teachers (KK)
- Graduate Drawing Teacher – BFA/BVA or equivalent.
- Diploma Drawing Teacher – Diploma in Drawing/Painting.
Additional Requirement: Candidates applying for Kannada, English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science and Social Science Teacher posts must possess a valid Karnataka TET (Paper-II) or CTET certificate.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General | 45 Years |
| Category 2A/2B/3A/3B | 48 Years |
| SC/ST/Category-I | 50 Years |
Additional age relaxation is applicable for eligible categories as per Karnataka Government rules.
Salary for KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
| Post Category | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Graduate Teachers | ₹54,175 – ₹99,400 |
| Drawing Teachers | ₹49,050 – ₹92,500 |
Application Fee for KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / Category-I / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender | ₹500 |
| Persons with Disabilities | ₹250 |
Candidates applying for more than one post must pay an additional ₹100 per extra application.
Selection Process for KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
Selection will be based on:
- Offline OMR Written Examination
- Certificate Verification
- Final Merit List
There will be no interview.
Candidates must secure at least 35% marks to qualify.
Exam Pattern for KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
| Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I (General Knowledge & Related Subjects) | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Paper-II (Concerned Subject) | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
Negative Marking
- 0.25 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
Documents Required KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
- SSLC Certificate
- Graduation Certificate
- B.Ed./B.P.Ed. Certificate
- TET/CTET Certificate (where applicable)
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Valid Mobile Number
- Email ID
How to Apply for KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
- Visit the KEA recruitment portal.
- Register with your mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Verify all details carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page.
Why Apply for KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026?
- 1,087 Government Teacher Vacancies
- Attractive Salary up to ₹99,400
- Permanent Karnataka Government Job
- Multiple Teaching Subjects
- No Interview
- Promotion & Career Growth
- Pension and Government Benefits
Important Links
| Details | Status |
| Official Notification for Karnataka Cadre | Click Here |
| Official Notification for RPC Cadre | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are announced under KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026?
A: A total of 1,087 vacancies have been announced, including 320 KK Cadre and 767 RPC Cadre posts.
Q2. What is the online application period?
A: From 15 July 2026 to 13 August 2026.
Q3. What is the selection process?
A: Offline OMR written examination followed by certificate verification.
Q4. Is TET/CTET mandatory?
A: Yes, for applicable teaching posts such as Kannada, English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science and Social Science.
Q5. What is the salary?
A: Selected candidates will receive ₹49,050 – ₹99,400 depending on the post.