The Government of Karnataka has opened the Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 process for 15,000 teaching vacancies for the 2026–27 academic year. The recruitment covers Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT/GPSTR), Assistant Master (AM), Primary School Teacher (PST), Physical Education Teacher and Computer Science Teacher posts.The official Karnataka recruitment portal is now active, and candidates can register online through the government portal. The official portal currently shows the Applicant Registration and Applicant Payment window from August 18, 2026 to September 15, 2026.
GPSTR Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 |
| Department | Karnataka School Education Department |
| Total Vacancies | 15,000 |
| GPSTR/GPT Posts | 8,500 |
| Assistant Master | 4,500 |
| Primary School Teacher | 900 |
| Physical Education Teacher | 600 |
| Computer Science Teacher | 500 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 18 August 2026 |
| Current Last Date on Official Portal | 15 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | Not confirmed on the official portal at the time of checking |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Official Application Portal | Karnataka Government Teacher Recruitment Portal |
The official portal identifies the recruitment as “PST/PE-Grade-II/GPT/AM/PE-Grade-I Teachers Recruitment” and provides the registration facility for GSTR-2026.
GPSTR Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 15,000 teaching posts have been announced. The vacancies are divided between Kalyana Karnataka and the Non-Kalyana Karnataka/Residual Parent Cadre regions. According to published recruitment details, 6,967 posts are for Kalyana Karnataka and 8,033 posts are for the Non-Kalyana Karnataka region.
| Post | Kalyana Karnataka | Non-Kalyana Karnataka | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT/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 | 6,967 | 8,033 | 15,000 |
The 8,500 GPT/GPSTR vacancies form the largest portion of the recruitment.
GPSTR 2026 Application Date
The online registration process has started through the Karnataka Government’s recruitment portal.
According to the official portal:
- Registration Start: August 18, 2026
- Applicant Registration Last Date: September 15, 2026
- Applicant Payment Last Date: September 15, 2026
The official portal is therefore the safest source to check the current application deadline before submitting the form. (
Direct Apply Link
Candidates can apply directly through the official Karnataka Government recruitment portal:
GPSTR/GSTR 2026 – Official Apply Online Portal
The portal contains the GSTR-2026 Registration option and asks candidates to enter details such as their name as per SSLC marks card, mobile number, email ID, username and password.
Official Recruitment Login
Candidates who have already registered can use the official login page:
GSTR 2026 Official Login
The official login page also provides access to the syllabus section.
GPSTR Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
Eligibility depends on the particular teaching cadre and subject for which the candidate is applying. Therefore, candidates should not assume that one qualification applies to all 15,000 posts.
For GPSTR/GPT-related posts, candidates generally need the prescribed teacher-education qualification and must satisfy the applicable TET and other conditions mentioned in the recruitment notification.
Candidates should check the cadre-wise and district-wise notification before applying because educational qualification, subject combination, reservation and other conditions can differ between posts.
The recruitment portal itself requires candidates to enter their name exactly as it appears on the SSLC marks card, making it important to keep educational documents ready while registering.
Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process includes a competitive examination and subsequent verification/selection stages prescribed for the relevant cadre.
1. Written/Competitive Examination
Eligible applicants have to appear for the prescribed recruitment examination. The examination tests candidates according to the syllabus applicable to their selected post/subject.
Candidates should download and study the official syllabus rather than relying only on coaching material.
2. Merit/Selection
Candidates who perform well in the recruitment examination are considered according to the applicable merit, reservation and recruitment rules.
The final selection is subject to the conditions mentioned in the relevant notification.
3. Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates have to produce the required original documents for verification. These may include educational certificates, identity documents, category certificates, TET-related documents where applicable and other documents specified by the department.
4. Final Appointment
Candidates who successfully complete the required selection and verification stages are considered for appointment against the available vacancies.
Published recruitment information also describes written examination and document verification as important stages of the selection process.
GPSTR Exam Date 2026
Candidates should be careful about the exam date because several non-official websites have published different dates.
At the time of checking, the official Karnataka GSTR recruitment portal does not display a confirmed examination date on its registration page.
Some third-party websites have reported October 5 and 6, 2026 as the examination dates, but these dates should not be treated as confirmed until the Karnataka School Education Department officially publishes the examination timetable/admit-card notice.
Therefore, candidates should regularly check the official recruitment portal for:
- Examination timetable
- Hall ticket/admit card
- Examination centre
- Paper-wise schedule
- Revised dates, if any
This is particularly important because the application deadline currently displayed on the official portal differs from some earlier media reports.
Documents Required for Application
Candidates should keep the following documents/details ready before starting the application:
- SSLC marks card
- PUC/12th certificate, where applicable
- Degree certificate and marks cards
- B.Ed/D.El.Ed or other applicable teacher-education qualification
- Karnataka TET certificate/score details, wherever applicable
- Caste/category certificate, if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Aadhaar or other valid identity details
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Active mobile number
- Active email ID
- Bank/payment details for fee payment
The exact documents required can vary according to the post and category.
How to Apply for GPSTR Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the official Karnataka Teacher Recruitment portal.
Step 2: Open the GSTR-2026 Registration option.
Step 3: Enter your name exactly as mentioned in your SSLC marks card.
Step 4: Enter your mobile number and email ID.
Step 5: Create your username and password.
Step 6: Complete the registration and log in.
Step 7: Select the applicable teaching post/cadre and district as permitted by the notification.
Step 8: Enter your educational, personal and category details carefully.
Step 9: Upload the required photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
Step 10: Pay the applicable application fee.
Step 11: Submit the application form.
Step 12: Download and save the final application and payment receipt.
The official portal specifically states that the registered mobile number will be used for further communication, so candidates should provide a mobile number that they regularly use.
GPSTR Recruitment 2026 Salary
The salary and service conditions will depend on the cadre and applicable Karnataka government rules. Candidates should refer to the respective official recruitment notification for the exact pay scale and allowances applicable to the post.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many vacancies are available in Karnataka Teacher Recruitment 2026?
A total of 15,000 teaching vacancies have been announced.
2. How many GPSTR/GPT posts are available?
There are 8,500 Graduate Primary Teacher (GPT/GPSTR) vacancies.
3. When did the application process start?
The application process started on August 18, 2026.
4. What is the current last date to apply?
The official portal currently displays September 15, 2026 as the last date for applicant registration and payment.
5. What is the official GPSTR apply link?
Candidates can apply through the official Karnataka Government portal:
Apply Online – GSTR 2026 Official Portal
6. Has the GPSTR 2026 exam date been officially announced?
The official registration portal currently checked does not show a confirmed examination date. Candidates should wait for the official timetable/hall-ticket notice.
7. How many Assistant Master posts are available?
There are 4,500 Assistant Master vacancies.
8. How many PST vacancies are available?
There are 900 Primary School Teacher vacancies.
9. How many PET posts are available?
There are 600 Physical Education Teacher vacancies.
10. How many Computer Science Teacher posts are available?
There are 500 Computer Science Teacher vacancies.
11. What is the selection process?
The recruitment involves the prescribed competitive/written examination followed by applicable merit and document-verification stages.
12. Where can candidates check the syllabus?
The official recruitment login page provides a Syllabus option for candidates.