This role is ideal for dedicated individuals holding a PUC (10+2) qualification with either a Diploma in Elementary Education or a Bachelor in Elementary Education, who have also successfully cleared the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET). Aspiring teachers looking for a stable, permanent government position within Karnataka's education sector, with a good pay scale and opportunities for service in residential schools, will find this recruitment highly suitable. Candidates from reserved categories with slightly relaxed mark requirements are also encouraged to apply.

Important Considerations

Candidates who do not meet the mandatory educational qualifications (PUC + relevant Diploma/B.Ed) and have not passed the TET are not eligible. Those who are unable to apply online, meet the age criteria, or are unwilling to serve in residential schools within Karnataka should not consider this position. Individuals seeking positions outside Karnataka or those requiring extensive experience might find this role less aligned with their career goals.

Career Impact

Working as a Residential School Teacher under the Karnataka Government offers significant prestige and job security. The role provides a competitive state pay scale and contributes directly to the welfare and education of students in residential settings. While primarily focused on teaching, it offers a stable career path with potential for professional growth within the state education department. The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) is a respected state body, ensuring a transparent and merit-based selection process.

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Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following qualifications:

Option 1: PUC (10+2) with a minimum of 50% marks AND a two-year Diploma in Elementary Education.
Option 2: PUC (10+2) with a minimum of 50% marks AND a four-year Bachelor in Elementary Education.
Option 3: PUC (10+2) with a minimum of 50% marks AND a two-year Diploma in Education (Special Education).
Note: For candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe/Category-1 of OBC or Persons with Disability, the minimum marks required in PUC is 45%.
Additionally, candidates must have passed the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) conducted by the Government of Karnataka or Government of India.

Age Limit Details

Relaxations in the upper age limit are provided as follows (calculated as on the application deadline, 2026-09-18):

General Merit candidates: Not exceeding 40 years.
Category 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B candidates: Not exceeding 43 years.
Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe / Category-1 candidates: Not exceeding 45 years.
Ex-servicemen: Service period + 3 years.
Persons with Disabilities: 10 years relaxation.
Government Census employees: Service period or 5 years, whichever is less.
Widows / Bonded Laborers / Rural Employment Scheme (Gram Samudaya Parichalakaru) candidates: 10 years relaxation.

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Salary & Pay Scale

The pay scale for Residential School Teachers is a progressive scale starting from Rs. 41,300 and going up to Rs. 81,800. The full progression is Rs. 41300-1000-43300-1125-47800-1250-52800-1375-58300-1500-64300-1650-74200-1900-81800. Selected candidates will initially be under a two-year probationary period.

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Exam Syllabus & Pattern

The competitive examination will consist of two objective-type papers (Paper-1 and Paper-2), conducted either online (CBT) or offline (OMR based). Candidates must secure a minimum of 35% marks in the competitive examination to be eligible for selection. Paper-1: General Knowledge (100 Questions, 100 Marks, 2 Hours) Covers:

Current Affairs
General Knowledge related to daily life
Indian Constitution (overview)
Indian History, with special reference to Karnataka
Indian Geography, with special reference to Karnataka
State and Regional Administration
Rural Development, Panchayat Raj Institutions, and initiatives related to Rural Cooperative Institutions, with reference to Karnataka's economic development
Environmental issues and development in Karnataka

Paper-2: General Studies (100 Questions, 100 Marks, 2 Hours) Covers:

General Kannada
General English
Computer Knowledge

Negative Marking:

For every incorrect answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.
If a question is left unanswered (by not shading any of the 5 options), 0.25 marks will also be deducted. Candidates will be given an additional five minutes at the end of the exam to shade the 5th option for any unanswered questions.

How to Apply

Candidates must apply online by visiting the official website of Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) at https://cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea/.

Select the provided link and fill out the online application form.
Read the official notification carefully and understand all instructions before applying.
No changes or corrections will be allowed once the application is submitted.
Upload a recent passport-sized photograph (JPEG format, 50KB to 200KB, with a white background) and signature (JPEG format, 50KB to 70KB, in black ink on white paper). Applications without these uploads will be rejected.
Retain a printout of the submitted application and fee payment challan for future reference until the recruitment process is complete.

Application Fee

The application fee must be paid online. Fees are non-refundable.

Category	Total Fee (INR)	Details
General Merit & Other Categories (2A, 2B, 3A, 3B)	750/-	(INR 500 application fee + INR 250 processing fee)
SC / ST / Category-1 / Ex-servicemen / Transgender	500/-	(INR 250 application fee + INR 250 processing fee)
Persons with Disability	250/-	(INR 250 processing fee)

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