Karnataka School Education Department has announced a total 15000 vacancies for teaching posts in government primary and high schools for the 2026–27 academic session. Candidates interested in beginning their teaching career must check all details for the released vacancies on the official website https://schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in/ or in the article below.
GPSTR Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The online applications are for interested and eligible candidates for teacher posts Graduate Primary School Teacher (GPSTR) category is among four other teaching posts. The online application process for GPSTR Recruitment 2026 will commence from 18th August to 7th September 2026.
| GPSTR Recruitment 2026- Highlights | |
| Organization Name | Karnataka School Education Department |
| Vacancies | 15000 |
| Academic Session | 2026–27 |
| Posts | Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT), Assistant Master (AM), Primary School Teacher (PST), Physical Education Teacher (PET), Computer Science Teacher (CST) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 18th August to 7th September 2026 |
| Fee payment last date | 10th September 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination, Physical Efficiency Test / Physical Standard Test (only for PET teacher) |
| Official Website | https://schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in/ |
GPSTR Notification 2026 PDF
The official Graduate Primary School Teacher (GPSTR) Notification PDF has been released on the official website https://schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in/. Candidates can also download the Karnataka Teacher Recruitment notification from the direct link shared here and check all details such as vacancies, important dates, eligibility, selection processes, etc.
GPSTR Exam Date 2026
Till now, there is no official announcement regarding the exam date for Karnataka GPSTR Recruitment 2026. The exam will be conducted for all those candidates who successfully register for 15000 teacher vacancies. The official notice regarding the exam date will be released at https://schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in/.
Karnataka Teacher Vacancy 2026
The Karnataka School Education Department has announced a total of 15000 vacancies for Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT), Assistant Master (AM), Primary School Teacher (PST), Physical Education Teacher (PET), and Computer Science Teacher (CST) posts.
- Graduate Primary Teacher (GPSTR) – 8500
- Assistant Master (AM), Primary School Teacher (PST), Physical Education Teacher (PET), Computer Science Teacher (CST) – 6500
| Post Name | Kalyana Karnataka | Non-Kalyana Karnataka | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Primary Teacher (GPSTR) | 3,228 | 5,272 | 8,500 |
| Assistant Master (AM) | 2,214 | 2,286 | 4,500 |
| 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 for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria in terms of educational qualification and age limit are eligible to apply online for Karnataka GPSTR Recruitment 2026.
Educational Qualification
One of the most important eligibility requirements is the educational qualification.
Candidates must possess a 12th/PUC, diploma, degree, or graduation from a recognised board or university, with the specific qualification and subject requirement as per the specific post and subject applied for.
Q. Can freshers with no teaching experience apply?
Yes, any candidate who meets the age and qualification criteria without any teaching experience can apply for GPSTR Recruitment 2026.
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
| Minimum Age | 21 years |
| Maximum Age | 40 years |
Age Relaxation
- 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B categories – 3 years
- SC/ST – 5 years
Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
| Posts | Selection Stage |
| Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT) | Competitive Written Examination ⇒ DV |
| Assistant Master (AM) | Written Examination ⇒ DV |
| Primary School Teacher (PST) | Written Examination ⇒ DV |
| Physical Education Teacher (PET) | Written Examination ⇒ Physical Efficiency Test / Physical Standard Test ⇒ DV |
| Computer Science Teacher (CST) | Written Examination ⇒ DV |
Karnataka Teacher GPSTR Exam Structure & Syllabus
There shall be three papers in the Karnataka Teacher Exam, for which the details are discussed below.
| Papers | Mode of Exam | No. of Questions | Duration |
| Paper 1 | Objective | 150 | 2.5 hours |
| Paper 2 | Objective + Descriptive | 150 | 2 hours |
| Paper 3 | Objective | 100 | 2 hours |
Karnataka Teacher Salary Structure 2026
Selected teacher posts will be offered a monthly salary depending on the specific post, along with standard allowances (DA, HRA, and other benefits applicable to state government employees).
- Pay Scale – Rs. 44,425 to Rs. 99,400/- per month (Expected)
- Allowances – DA, HRA, and other state government allowances (as applicable)
GPSTR Apply Online 2026 Link
As per the notification, the online application process for GPSTR Recruitment 2026 will begin on 18th August 2026. Candidates interested in applying for 15000 Teacher posts can submit their duly filled application form through the official website https://schooleducation.karnataka.gov.in/, or the direct link will be updated here.
Q. Who can apply for GPSTR Recruitment 2026?
Ans- Any Indian citizen who meets the post-specific educational qualification and is aged between 21 and 40.
Application Fee
The application fee is payable only through online mode.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General & Backward Class | Rs. 750/- |
| SC, ST & Specially Gifted (PwD) Candidates | Rs. 500/- |
The application fee can be paid through:
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- UPI
- Mobile Wallets
How to Apply Online for Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates have to visit the official website www.schooleducation.kar.nic.in
- Click on the text that reads GPSTR Recruitment 2026 in the recruitment section.
- Candidates have to register with their basic details (name, email ID, mobile number).
- Log in and fill the online application form by submitting personal, educational, and category details.
- Candidates have to submit required documents (photograph, signature, etc.)
- Pay the application fee as per category via the online payment gateway.
- Submit the application form and keep a printout of the submitted application for your records.