Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the Karnataka SWRT Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification for 140 Residential School Teacher (Vasati Shala Shikshakaru) posts under the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Karnataka. The vacancies include 40 Kalyana Karnataka (KK) Cadre and 100 Residual Post Cadre (RPC) posts.
Eligible candidates with PUC + D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed/D.Ed Special Education and TET qualification can apply online. The application process starts on 21 August 2026, and the last date to apply is 18 September 2026.
Karnataka SWRT Teacher Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) |
| Department | Department of Social Welfare, Karnataka |
| Post Name | Residential School Teacher |
| Total Posts | 140 |
| KK Cadre | 40 Posts |
| RPC Cadre | 100 Posts |
| Qualification | PUC + D.El.Ed/B.El.Ed/D.Ed Special Education + TET |
| Age Limit | 18–40/43/45 Years |
| Salary | ₹41,300–₹81,800 |
| Experience | Not specifically required |
| Eligibility | Eligible Indian candidates meeting educational/TET requirements |
| Application Fee | ₹750 / ₹500 / ₹250 |
| Application Mode | Online |
Experience – Important Note
No specific prior work experience is mentioned as a mandatory requirement for the Residential School Teacher posts. Candidates must, however, possess the prescribed educational qualification and TET qualification by the application deadline.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 20 August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 21 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 19 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should have PUC with at least 50% marks along with one of the following:
- 2-year Diploma in Elementary Education
- 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education
- 2-year Diploma in Education (Special Education)
Candidates must also have passed the TET conducted by the Government of Karnataka or Government of India.
For SC/ST/Category-1/OBC or PwD candidates, the minimum PUC requirement is relaxed to 45%.
Age Limit: Minimum 18 years. Maximum age is 40 years for General Merit, 43 years for Category 2A/2B/3A/3B and 45 years for SC/ST/Category-1 candidates, subject to applicable relaxations.
How to Apply for Karnataka SWRT Teacher Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official KEA recruitment portal.
- Register using your own mobile number and email ID.
- Select the Residential School Teacher recruitment application.
- Enter personal and educational details.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
- Check all details carefully before final submission.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit and save/print the application form for future reference.
Important: Once the application is submitted, corrections/withdrawal are not permitted. Candidates should carefully verify all details before final submission.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | KEA SWRT Recruitment Portal |
| Details PDF | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website | KEA Official Website |
Official Apply Link
Candidates can submit their application through the official KEA SWRT recruitment portal before 18 September 2026. Make sure to complete fee payment by 19 September 2026.
Details PDF
Before applying, candidates should carefully read the official notification PDF for cadre-wise vacancies, eligibility, exam pattern, reservation and other recruitment conditions.