KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online Process
Important for applicants: The KREIS application form may not be displayed directly on the main KEA website. Candidates must first complete registration and then log in to the recruitment portal.
Easy Steps to Apply
- Click the Register Here First button given above.
- Enter your personal details, mobile number, email address and other required information.
- Complete the registration process and save your login credentials.
- Log in to the KEA recruitment portal.
- After login, open the available recruitment applications section.
- Select the relevant KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 application.
- Fill in your personal, educational, category and post details.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay the application and examination fee online.
- Submit the application and download the final application form and payment receipt.
Overview of KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
The Karnataka Examinations Authority has announced the KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 for teaching vacancies in residential schools managed by the Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society.
A total of 1,087 teaching vacancies have been announced under the Rest of the State cadre and Kalyana-Karnataka local cadre. The vacancies include Kannada, English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Physical Education, Drawing, Art and Craft, and Music Teacher posts.
The online application process started on 15 July 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications until 13 August 2026, while the last date to complete fee payment is 14 August 2026.
Candidates should carefully check the post-wise qualification, cadre, reservation category and subject requirements before submitting the application.
KREIS Recruitment 2026: Key Details
| Recruitment Name | KEA KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026 |
|---|---|
| Conducting Authority | Karnataka Examinations Authority |
| Organization | Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society |
| Post Name | Teachers in various subjects |
| Total Vacancies | 1,087 |
| Rest of the State Vacancies | 767 |
| Kalyana-Karnataka Vacancies | 320 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Written examination and document verification |
| Interview | No interview |
| Job Location | Residential educational institutions across Karnataka |
| Official Website | cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 10-07-2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 15-07-2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 13-08-2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14-08-2026 |
KREIS Teacher Vacancy 2026
The recruitment includes 767 vacancies under the Rest of the State cadre and 320 vacancies under the Kalyana-Karnataka cadre.
| Post Name | RPC Vacancies | KK Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kannada Language Teacher | 103 | 62 | 165 |
| English Language Teacher | 108 | 69 | 177 |
| Hindi Language Teacher | 55 | 31 | 86 |
| Mathematics Teacher | 103 | 35 | 138 |
| Science Teacher | 106 | 32 | 138 |
| Social Science Teacher | 154 | 24 | 178 |
| Physical Education Teacher | 57 | 33 | 90 |
| Drawing / Art and Craft Teacher | 81 | 17 | 98 |
| Music Teacher | — | 17 | 17 |
| Grand Total | 767 | 320 | 1,087 |
Candidates should verify the exact category-wise and subject-wise distribution from the relevant official notification before selecting a post.
Educational Qualification
The required qualification depends on the teaching post selected by the candidate. Applicants must possess the required degree, teacher-training qualification and subject combination from a recognized university or institution.
| Post Name | Required Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Kannada Language Teacher | Bachelor’s degree with Kannada as a major or optional subject and B.Ed. with Kannada methodology from a recognized university. |
| English Language Teacher | Bachelor’s degree with English as the relevant subject and B.Ed. with the corresponding teaching methodology. |
| Hindi Language Teacher | Bachelor’s degree with Hindi as the relevant subject and B.Ed. with the corresponding teaching methodology. |
| Mathematics Teacher | Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as the relevant subject and B.Ed. with Mathematics methodology. |
| Science Teacher | Bachelor’s degree in the relevant science subject combination and B.Ed. with the corresponding subject methodology. |
| Social Science Teacher | Bachelor’s degree in the relevant Social Science subject and B.Ed. with the corresponding methodology. |
| Music Teacher | Bachelor’s degree along with a degree or diploma in Music from a recognized university or institution. |
| Drawing Teacher | Bachelor’s degree along with a degree or diploma in Drawing, Fine Arts, Painting or Visual Arts from a recognized institution. |
| Art and Craft Teacher | Bachelor’s degree along with a degree or diploma in Art and Craft, Fine Arts, Drawing, Painting or Visual Arts. |
| Physical Education Teacher | Bachelor’s degree with Bachelor of Physical Education, commonly known as B.P.Ed., from a recognized university or institution. |
Age Limit
The candidate’s age will be considered according to the cutoff date prescribed in the official notification. The category-wise age limits are given below.
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age for All Categories | 18 years |
| General / Unreserved | Maximum 45 years |
| Category 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B | Maximum 48 years |
| SC, ST and Category-1 | Maximum 50 years |
Additional age relaxation may apply to eligible government employees, local body employees, ex-servicemen, NCC instructors, persons with disabilities, widows and other eligible categories according to Karnataka government rules.
KREIS Application Fee
Candidates must pay the application and examination fee through the available online payment method inside the recruitment portal.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General, Category 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B |
₹750
₹500 application fee + ₹250 examination fee |
| SC, ST, Category-1, Ex-servicemen and Third Gender |
₹500
₹250 application fee + ₹250 examination fee |
| Persons with Disabilities |
₹250
Examination fee only |
| Additional Fee for Every Extra Post | ₹100 per additional post |
Selection Process
Selection will be based on the candidate’s performance in the competitive written examination. There will be no interview for the notified teaching posts.
- Written Examination: Candidates must appear for an offline OMR-based competitive examination.
- Paper I: General Knowledge, current affairs, general science and other relevant topics.
- Paper II: Subject-specific questions related to the teaching post selected by the candidate.
- Merit List: Candidates will be shortlisted according to examination marks and applicable reservation rules.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original documents before final appointment.
| Examination Mode | Offline OMR-based written examination |
|---|---|
| Number of Papers | Two papers |
| Interview | No interview |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 mark may be deducted for every incorrect answer |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks | General category candidates must secure at least 35% marks |
Candidates should read the examination scheme in the official notification carefully because the number of questions, total marks, duration and subject syllabus may differ according to the post.
KREIS Teacher Salary
Selected candidates will receive salary according to the Karnataka government pay scale applicable to their post. Allowances and other benefits may also be provided according to government rules.
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Kannada, English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, Social Science, Physical Education and other applicable subject-teacher posts | ₹54,175 to ₹99,400 |
| Graduate Drawing Teacher | ₹49,050 to ₹92,500 |
| Diploma Drawing Teacher | ₹49,050 to ₹92,500 |
The final monthly salary may include basic pay, applicable allowances and statutory deductions.
How to Register Online
New applicants must complete registration before they can access the KREIS application form.
- Open the direct registration page.
- Read the instructions shown on the portal.
- Enter your name and other personal information.
- Enter an active mobile number and email address.
- Verify the information entered by you.
- Complete registration and create or receive your login credentials.
- Save your registration number, username and password safely.
How to Fill the Application Form
After registration, candidates must log in to the recruitment portal. The available recruitment applications will be displayed inside the candidate dashboard.
- Log in using your registered credentials.
- Open the recruitment application section.
- Select KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026.
- Select the correct cadre, subject and teaching post.
- Enter your personal and contact details.
- Enter your educational qualification details.
- Enter B.Ed., B.P.Ed., TET or CTET details wherever applicable.
- Select your category and reservation details carefully.
- Upload your photograph and signature in the required format.
- Upload the required certificates and supporting documents.
- Preview the application and check all details.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and download the application confirmation and payment receipt.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Scanned signature
- Aadhaar card or another valid identity document
- SSLC or Class 10 certificate
- PUC, Class 12 or equivalent certificate
- Bachelor’s degree marksheets and certificate
- Postgraduate qualification documents, if applicable
- B.Ed., B.P.Ed. or other teacher-training certificate
- TET or CTET certificate, wherever required
- Degree or diploma in Music, Drawing, Fine Arts or Art and Craft, if applicable
- Caste and category certificate, if applicable
- Kalyana-Karnataka eligibility certificate, if applicable
- Rural, Kannada-medium or other reservation certificates, if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Active mobile number and email address
- UPI, debit card, credit card or net-banking facility for fee payment
Important Instructions
- Complete registration first and then log in to access the KREIS application.
- Enter your name and date of birth exactly as printed on your official certificates.
- Select the correct cadre, post, subject and category.
- Check that you possess the required subject combination and teacher-training qualification.
- Upload clear and properly cropped photographs, signatures and certificates.
- Verify all information before final submission.
- Check the payment status after paying the application fee.
- Download and save the submitted application form.
- Keep the registration number, application number and payment receipt safely.
- Regularly check the official KEA website for correction windows, exam dates, admit cards and results.
Important Links
| New Candidate Registration | Register Here First |
|---|---|
| KEA Recruitment Portal | Open Recruitment Portal |
| Rest of the State Cadre Notification | Download RPC Notification PDF |
| Kalyana-Karnataka Cadre Notification | Download KK Notification PDF |
| Official KEA Website | Visit Official Website |
