KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has released the KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification to recruit 1087 Teacher vacancies in residential schools managed by the Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS). The online application process will begin on 15th July 2026 and continue until 13th August 2026 through the official KEA website.
The recruitment includes vacancies under both the Kalyana Karnataka (KK) Local Cadre and the Rest of the State (RPC) Cadre. Eligible candidates can apply online for various teaching posts across multiple subjects.
KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) on behalf of KREIS |
| Recruitment Name | KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Various Teacher Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 1087 |
| KK Cadre Vacancies | 320 |
| RPC Cadre Vacancies | 767 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 15th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 13th August 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 14th August 2026 |
| Selection Process | Competitive Written Examination (Offline OMR) & Certificate Verification |
| Age Limit | 18 to 45 Years |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Official Website | https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/ |
KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), Bengaluru, has officially released two separate recruitment notifications on 10th July 2026 for Teacher posts in residential schools operated under the Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Societies.
The recruitment covers schools including:
- Morarji Desai Residential Schools
- Kittur Rani Chennamma Residential Schools
- Atal Bihari Vajpayee Residential Schools
- Smt. Indira Gandhi Residential Schools
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Residential Schools
Separate notifications have been issued for:
- Kalyana Karnataka (KK) Local Cadre
- Rest of the State (RPC) Cadre
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 10th July 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 15th July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13th August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14th August 2026 |
KREIS Teacher Vacancy 2026
A total of 1087 vacancies have been announced.
Kalyana Karnataka (KK) Cadre – 320 Vacancies
| Post | Pay Scale | Vacancies |
| Kannada Language Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 62 |
| English Language Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 69 |
| Hindi Language Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 31 |
| Mathematics Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 35 |
| Science Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 32 |
| Social Science Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 24 |
| Physical Education Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 33 |
| Graduate Drawing Teacher | Rs. 49,050 – 92,500 | 17 |
| Diploma Drawing Teacher | Rs. 49,050 – 92,500 | 17 |
| Total | — | 320 |
Rest of the State (RPC) Cadre – 767 Vacancies
| Post | Pay Scale | Vacancies |
| Kannada Language Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 103 |
| English Language Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 108 |
| Hindi Language Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 55 |
| Mathematics Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 103 |
| Science Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 106 |
| Social Science Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 154 |
| Computer Science Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 57 |
| Physical Education Teacher | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 | 81 |
| Total | — | 767 |
Note: The backlog Hindi-medium (HM) vacancies are already included within the total vacancies of each respective post.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification varies according to the subject.
| Post | Required Qualification |
| Kannada Language Teacher | Graduation with Kannada as an optional subject in Arts or Kannada Pandith course along with B.Ed. |
| English Language Teacher | Graduation with English as an optional subject or Postgraduate Diploma in English from Regional Institute of English along with B.Ed. |
| Hindi Language Teacher | Graduation with Hindi and B.Ed. or postgraduate/graduate in Hindi with B.Ed. and Kannada language proficiency requirement |
| Mathematics Teacher | Graduation in Mathematics with Physics or Chemistry and B.Ed. (Science Method) |
| Science Teacher | Graduation in Chemistry with Botany/Zoology/Biology and B.Ed. (Science Method) |
| Social Science Teacher | Graduation with any two subjects among History, Economics, Political Science, Sociology or Geography along with B.Ed. |
| Computer Science Teacher | Graduation in Computer Science/Information Science/BCA/B.Sc. (Computer Science) with B.Ed. |
| Physical Education Teacher | Graduation with B.P.Ed. |
| Graduate Drawing Teacher | B.F.A./B.V.A. or Art Master Certificate Examination |
| Diploma Drawing Teacher | Diploma in Drawing/Painting from a recognized institution |
Additional Qualification
Candidates applying for the following posts must possess a valid:
- Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (TET Paper-II), or
- Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET)
Applicable for:
- Kannada Teacher
- English Teacher
- Hindi Teacher
- Mathematics Teacher
- Science Teacher
- Social Science Teacher
Age Limit
Candidates must satisfy the following age criteria as on the last date of application.
| Category | Maximum Age |
| General Merit | 45 Years |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | 48 Years |
| SC/ST/Category-1 | 50 Years |
Additional age relaxation is available for eligible government employees, local body employees, ex-servicemen, NCC instructors, village resource persons, physically challenged candidates, widows, and other specified categories as per Karnataka Civil Services Rules, 1977.
Pay Scale
| Post Category | Pay Scale |
| Teacher Posts | Rs. 54,175 – 99,400 |
| Graduate/Diploma Drawing Teacher | Rs. 49,050 – 92,500 |
KREIS Teacher Selection Process 2026
Selection will be conducted through the following stages:
- Competitive Written Examination (Offline OMR)
- Certificate Verification
There will be no interview.
Candidates must secure a minimum of 35% marks in the written examination to become eligible. Candidates scoring below 35% will be disqualified irrespective of category.
KREIS Teacher Exam Pattern
| Particular | Details |
| Exam Mode | Offline (OMR Based) |
| Question Type | Objective Type |
| Selection Basis | Competitive Written Examination |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | 35% |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 Marks deducted for every wrong answer |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General Merit & Category 2A/2B/3A/3B | Rs. 750 |
| SC/ST/Category-1/Ex-servicemen/Third Gender | Rs. 500 |
| Persons with Disabilities | Rs. 250 |
Additional Application Fee
Candidates applying for more than one post must pay an additional Rs. 100 application fee for each extra post.
The fee is payable online only and is non-refundable.
How to Apply for KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates can submit their application online through the KEA website.
Before submitting the application, candidates should carefully verify all the information entered because no corrections or modifications will be allowed after final submission.
KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 Highlights
- Total Vacancies: 1087
- Online Application Begins: 15th July 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 13th August 2026
- Offline OMR Written Examination
- No Interview
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: 35%
- Negative Marking of 0.25 marks
- Teacher posts available in multiple subjects
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available under KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1087 vacancies have been announced, including 320 vacancies under the KK Cadre and 767 vacancies under the RPC Cadre.
Q2. When will the online application process begin?
The online application process will start on 15th July 2026.
Q3. What is the last date to submit the online application?
Candidates can apply online until 13th August 2026.
Q4. What is the selection process?
Selection is based on the Competitive Written Examination (Offline OMR) followed by Certificate Verification.
Q5. Is there any interview?
No. There is no interview in the selection process.
Q6. Is there negative marking in the examination?
Yes. 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
Q7. What is the minimum qualifying mark?
Candidates must obtain 35% marks in the written examination to be considered eligible.
