Karnataka SWRT Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notice Out: Apply Online for 140 Residential School Teacher Posts by September 18

• KEA has announced 140 Social Welfare Residential School Teacher vacancies, including 100 Residual and 40 Kalyana Karnataka posts.
• Candidates need the prescribed PUC, teacher-training qualification and a valid TET; applications are open from August 21 to September 18, 2026.
• Posts offer ₹41,300–₹81,800 pay, with selection through a competitive written examination.

The Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) has opened recruitment for 140 Residential School Teacher posts under the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Karnataka. The vacancies are divided between 100 Residual Post Cadre positions and 40 posts under the Kalyana Karnataka quota.

Online applications for the Karnataka SWRT Teacher Recruitment 2026 started on August 21, following release of the recruitment notice on August 20. Candidates can submit the application form until September 18, 2026, while the last date for payment of the prescribed fee is September 19.

Applicants must meet the prescribed PUC and teacher-training qualification requirements and have passed the Teacher Eligibility Test conducted by the Government of Karnataka or Government of India. Selected candidates will be appointed in the revised pay scale of Rs. 41,300–81,800.

Karnataka SWRT Teacher Recruitment 2026 Notification

Vacancy Details

The 140 vacancies have been notified separately under the Residual Post Cadre and Kalyana Karnataka quota.

Candidates should check the relevant RPC or KK notification before applying to ensure they select the correct recruitment stream.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed PUC with at least 50% marks. A reduced minimum of 45% applies to eligible SC, ST, Category-1 and PwD candidates.

Applicants must also possess one of the prescribed teacher-training qualifications:

• Two-year Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed), or
• Four-year Bachelor of Elementary Education (B.El.Ed), or
• Two-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).

In addition, candidates must have passed the Teacher Eligibility Test conducted by the Government of Karnataka or Government of India.

Applicants should verify the exact qualification combinations and recognition requirements in the relevant official notification before submitting the application.

Age Limit

The maximum age varies according to category.

Applicable relaxation for Ex-Servicemen, Persons with Disabilities, widows, project-displaced persons and other eligible categories will be governed by the Karnataka Civil Services Rules.

Salary and Probation

The Residential School Teacher post carries a revised pay scale of:

Rs. 41,300–81,800 per month.

Selected candidates will undergo a probation period of two years, subject to the applicable service rules and conditions.

Important Dates

Application Fee

The fee varies according to category and includes the prescribed processing charge.

The fee is payable through the prescribed online mode and is non-refundable once paid.

Selection Process

Selection for the Karnataka SWRT Teacher Recruitment 2026 will be based on a competitive written examination conducted in CBT or OMR mode, as prescribed by KEA.

The minimum qualifying mark is 35%, and 0.25 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

Written Exam Pattern

Kannada Language Test

Candidates who have not studied Kannada up to SSLC level must appear for a separate Kannada Language Test.

The test carries 150 marks, and candidates must secure at least 50 marks to qualify. It is qualifying in nature and its marks will not be added to the final merit score.

How to Apply for Karnataka SWRT Teacher Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official KEA portal at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/.
2. Open the Recruitments section.
3. Select the relevant Karnataka SWRT Teacher Recruitment 2026 notification for RPC or Kalyana Karnataka vacancies.
4. Read the eligibility, reservation and examination conditions carefully.
5. Complete online registration with the required basic information.
6. Fill in personal, educational, teacher-training, TET and category details.
7. Upload the prescribed photograph, signature, educational certificates and TET certificate.
8. Pay the applicable application and processing fee.
9. Review all entered information before final submission.
10. Submit the application by September 18, 2026 and complete fee payment by September 19.
11. Download or print the final application form for future reference.

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