KEA KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026: Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), on behalf of Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Societies (KREIS), has announced 1,087 Teacher vacancies in residential schools across Karnataka. The recruitment includes Kannada, English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Computer Science, Physical Education and Drawing Teacher posts.
The last date to apply online has been extended to 17 August 2026, while the last date for fee payment is 18 August 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official KEA portal.
Last Date Extended: Candidates who have not yet applied should complete the online application before 17 August 2026.
KEA KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) / KREIS |
| Post Name | Teacher – Various Subjects |
| Total Vacancies | 1,087 Posts |
| RPC Cadre | 767 Posts |
| KK Local Cadre | 320 Posts |
| Age Limit | 18 to 45/48/50 Years |
| Qualification | Relevant Degree + B.Ed./Required Qualification |
| Experience | Not Required for most posts |
| TET Requirement | TET Paper-2/CTET required for specified Teacher posts |
| Application Fee | ₹250 to ₹750 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | ₹54,175 – ₹99,400; Drawing ₹49,050 – ₹92,500 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination + Document Verification |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 15 July 2026 |
| Original Last Date | 13 August 2026 |
| Extended Last Date to Apply | 17 August 2026 |
| Extended Fee Payment Last Date | 18 August 2026 |
Last Date Extended
KEA has extended the application deadline for KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026. Candidates can now submit their applications until 17 August 2026, giving eligible applicants additional time to complete the registration and fee-payment process.
Vacancy Details
A total of 1,087 Teacher posts are available:
- RPC Cadre: 767 Posts
- Kalyana-Karnataka (KK) Cadre: 320 Posts
Posts include Kannada Teacher, English Teacher, Hindi Teacher, Mathematics Teacher, Science Teacher, Social Science Teacher, Computer Science Teacher, Physical Education Teacher and Drawing Teacher.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualification for the subject applied for.
Educational Qualification
Generally, candidates require a relevant Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree along with B.Ed. or the specific qualification prescribed for the particular teaching post.
For Kannada, English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science and Social Science Teacher posts, a valid Karnataka TET Paper-2 or CTET certificate is mandatory as specified in the notification.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
| General | 45 Years |
| 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | 48 Years |
| SC / ST / Category-1 | 50 Years |
The minimum age is 18 years. Other applicable relaxations are available as per government rules.
Experience
No specific experience is required for most Teacher posts. Candidates must, however, possess the prescribed educational and TET/CTET qualifications for their selected post.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive the following pay scales:
- Most Teacher Posts: ₹54,175 – ₹99,400
- Graduate/Diploma Drawing Teachers: ₹49,050 – ₹92,500
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-Servicemen / Third Gender | ₹500 |
| PwD / Special Pay Candidates | ₹250 |
Additional charges may apply when candidates apply for multiple posts.
Selection Process
The selection process consists mainly of:
- Competitive Written Examination
- Document Verification
There is no interview for the Teacher recruitment.
The written examination includes Paper-I (General Knowledge) and Paper-II (Subject Specific). Negative marking is applicable.
How to Apply for KEA KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official KEA portal.
- Visit the official KEA application portal.
- Register for KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026.
- Select the applicable RPC or KK cadre/post.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Carefully verify all details before final submission.
- Submit the application before 17 August 2026.
- Download and keep the application form and fee receipt for future reference.
Important: After final submission, corrections/modifications are generally not allowed. Candidates should carefully check their eligibility and application details before submitting the form.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | KEA KREIS Teacher Apply Online |
| RPC Notification PDF | Download RPC Notification PDF |
| KK Notification PDF | Download KK Notification PDF |
| Official Website | KEA Official Website |
Official Apply Link
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can complete their application through the official KEA KREIS application portal before the extended deadline of 17 August 2026.
Details PDF
Before applying, candidates should carefully read the relevant RPC or Kalyana-Karnataka notification PDF for subject-wise qualification, reservation, age relaxation and other conditions.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in KEA KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026?
1,087 Teacher posts are available.
Q2. What is the extended last date to apply?
The extended last date is 17 August 2026.
Q3. What is the last date for fee payment?
The extended fee payment deadline is 18 August 2026.
Q4. Is TET required for KREIS Teacher Recruitment?
Yes. A valid Karnataka TET Paper-2 or CTET certificate is required for the specified subject Teacher posts.
Q5. What is the salary?
Most Teacher posts carry a pay scale of ₹54,175–₹99,400, while Drawing Teacher posts carry ₹49,050–₹92,500.
Q6. Is there an interview?
No. Selection is primarily through a competitive written examination followed by document verification.
Q7. What is the job location?
The job location is Karnataka, including residential schools under the KREIS system and the Kalyana-Karnataka region.
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