KEA KREIS Teacher Exam Date 2026: Paper 1 on 26 October, Paper 2 on 27 October (RPC) — Latest Update
Good news for everyone who applied: the Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has fixed the written exam for the Rest of Karnataka (RPC) cadre of the KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026. Paper 1 (General Knowledge) will be held on 26 October 2026, 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, and Paper 2 on 27 October 2026, 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The schedule for the Kalyana-Karnataka (KK) cadre is still awaited, and KEA has not yet announced an admit card date, so check the KEA website: Check Exam Date for KEA KREIS Teacher Exam Date 2026 Out – Paper 1 on 26 Oct, Paper 2 on 27 Oct (RPC). Keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for the KK cadre dates.
KEA KREIS Teacher 2026 Notification: 1087 Karnataka Vacancies, Eligibility & Exam Guide
The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA), on behalf of the Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS), has notified 1087 Teacher posts. With pay up to ₹99,400 in Morarji Desai, Kittur Rani Chennamma and other residential schools, it offers teaching government jobs in Karnataka for B.Ed graduates.
The online application ran from 15 July 2026 to 13 August 2026 and is now closed; the written exam for the rest-of-Karnataka (RPC) cadre is scheduled for 26 and 27 October 2026. The drive covers ten subjects across the Kalyana-Karnataka and rest-of-Karnataka cadres. Keep GovtJobsAlert.in saved for official updates.
What are the Key Highlights of KEA KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026?
The Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS) runs English-medium residential schools across Karnataka, and KEA conducts the selection exam. Key points for these government teaching jobs:
- Post Names: Language, Maths, Science, Social Science, Physical Education, Computer & Art Teachers
- Total Vacancies: 1087 posts
- Salary / Pay Scale: ₹49,050 – ₹99,400 per month
- Job Location: KREIS residential schools across Karnataka
- Application Start Date: 15 July 2026
- Application Last Date: 13 August 2026
- Exam Date (RPC cadre): Paper 1 on 26 October 2026, Paper 2 on 27 October 2026 (KK cadre schedule awaited)
Subject-Wise Vacancy Breakdown for KEA KREIS Teacher 2026
The 1087 vacancies are spread across ten teaching subjects, combining both regional cadres:
| Post (Subject) | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Kannada Language Teacher | 165 |
| English Language Teacher | 177 |
| Hindi Language Teacher | 86 |
| Mathematics Teacher | 138 |
| Science Teacher | 138 |
| Social Science Teacher | 178 |
| Physical Education Teacher | 114 |
| Computer Teacher | 57 |
| Graduate Art Teacher | 17 |
| Diploma Art Teacher | 17 |
Note: Computer Teacher posts are in the rest-of-Karnataka cadre only, while the Art Teacher posts are in the Kalyana-Karnataka cadre only.
What is the Eligibility for KEA KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026?
Most posts need a subject degree plus a B.Ed, and language/maths/science teachers also need a TET or CTET pass.
Educational Qualification
- Language Teachers (Kannada / English / Hindi): Bachelor’s degree with the relevant language as an optional subject, plus B.Ed in that method. Kannada proficiency is required.
- Mathematics Teacher: B.Sc with Mathematics and Physics compulsory plus Chemistry optional, and B.Ed in Science method.
- Science Teacher: B.Sc with Chemistry compulsory plus Botany or Zoology, and B.Ed in Science method.
- Social Science Teacher: Bachelor’s degree (Arts) with any two of History, Economics, Political Science, Sociology or Geography, and B.Ed in Arts method.
- Physical Education Teacher: Bachelor’s degree plus B.P.Ed.
- Computer Teacher: B.E./B.Tech in Computer or Information Science, or BCA, or B.Sc with Computer Science.
- Art Teachers: B.F.A / B.V.A for the Graduate Art post, and a recognised Drawing/Painting Diploma for the Diploma Art post.
Mandatory TET / CTET
For the Kannada, English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science and Social Science teacher posts, you must have qualified TET Paper-2 (Karnataka TET) or CTET. Physical Education, Computer and Art teacher posts do not need TET/CTET.
Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years as on the last date to apply. The maximum ages below already include the one-time 5-year relaxation given by the Karnataka government.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 45 years |
| Category-2A, 2B, 3A, 3B | 48 years |
| SC / ST / Category-1 | 50 years |
| PwBD / Widows | 10 years extra |
| Ex-servicemen | Service period + 3 years |
| Karnataka Govt Employees | Up to 10 years extra |
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What is the Salary for KEA KREIS Teacher 2026?
Pay follows the 2024 revised Karnataka pay scale, as per the official notification:
- Language, Maths, Science, Social Science, Physical Education & Computer Teachers: ₹54,175 – ₹99,400 per month
- Graduate & Diploma Art Teachers: ₹49,050 – ₹92,500 per month
New teachers are covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS) and serve a two-year probation after joining.
What is the Selection Process for KEA KREIS Teacher 2026?
Selection is through a written competitive examination conducted by KEA, followed by document verification by KREIS.
Written Examination (OMR Based)
The exam has two papers, each of 100 questions for 100 marks and 2 hours:
- Paper I – General Knowledge: current events, general science, Indian and Karnataka history, geography, the Constitution, and mental ability.
- Paper II – Subject Paper: based on the specific teaching subject you apply for.
Each wrong answer costs 0.25 marks, as does any unanswered question whose 5th OMR bubble is left unshaded; the qualifying minimum is 35%. Prepare with our free syllabus resources.
Kannada Language Examination
Candidates who did not study Kannada as a first or second language (SSLC or higher) must clear a qualifying Kannada Language Exam of 150 marks (minimum 50 to pass). These marks do not count towards merit.
How to Apply Online for KEA KREIS Teacher 2026?
Applications were accepted online only through the KEA portal, and the window closed on 13 August 2026. One application could cover multiple subject-posts.
- Visit the official KEA portal (link in Essential Links below).
- Open the KREIS Teacher recruitment link.
- Register and create a login.
- Fill the application form and select the subject-post(s) you are eligible for.
- Upload your photograph (50–200 KB) and signature (50–70 KB).
- Pay the application fee online, plus ₹100 for each additional post you choose.
- Submit and save the confirmation printout.
What is the KEA KREIS Teacher Exam Date 2026 and Other Important Dates?
The application window has closed; the written exam is next.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 13 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | |
| Admit Card | To be announced |
What is the Application Fee for KEA KREIS Teacher 2026?
The fee is paid online only and is non-refundable.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GM / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | ₹750 |
| SC / ST / Category-1 | ₹500 |
| PwBD (Differently-abled) | ₹250 |
| Ex-servicemen / Transgender | ₹500 |
An extra ₹100 per additional post applies if you apply for more than one subject.
Essential Links — KEA KREIS Teacher Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF (Rest of Karnataka)
- Download Official Notification PDF (Kalyana-Karnataka)
- Apply Online for KEA KREIS Teacher 2026
- Visit KEA Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Karnataka Government Jobs Telegram Channel
With 1087 teacher posts on offer, this is a rare chance to teach in Karnataka’s residential schools. The application closed on 13 August 2026, and the rest-of-Karnataka cadre now sits Paper 1 on 26 October and Paper 2 on 27 October 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more teaching job notifications and exam updates.