1-5 ತರಗತಿಗೆ ನೇಮಕವಾದ ಶಿಕ್ಷಕರು ಎಂದು 2017ರಲ್ಲಿ ಮಾಡಿದ ಆದೇಶ ಹಾಗೆ ಉಳಿದಿದ್ದು TET ಪಾಸಾಗಿದ್ದರೆ ಮಾತ್ರ 6 ಮತ್ತು 7ನೇ ತರಗತಿಗೆ ಭೋದಿಸುವ ಶಿಕ್ಷಕರೆಂದು ಪರಿಗಣಿಸಲಾಗುವುದು ಎಂಬ ಆದೇಶ.
KARNATAKA TEACHERS ELIGIBLE TEST
(ಈ ನಿಯಮಗಳನ್ನು ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಇಲಾಖೆ ಸೇವೆಗಳು (ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಶಿಕ್ಷಣ ಇಲಾಖೆ) (ನೇಮಕಾತಿ) (ತಿದ್ದುಪಡಿ) ನಿಯಮಗಳು, 2025 ಎಂದು ಕರೆಯಬಹುದು.)
SUMMARY:
(Main point: Primary school teachers teaching classes 1 to 5 shall be eligible to teach classes 6 and 7 if they passess graduation and TET certificate in the required subjects as specified in NCTE guidelines and cadre and recruitment rules in force for the post of graduate primary teachers.)
Summary of Karnataka Government Notification on Education Allowance Service Rules Amendment (2025)
The document is an official government notification published in the Karnataka State Gazette on 17 October 2025. It announces amendments to the Karnataka Education Allowance Services (Social Education Allowance) Rules, 1967, under the authority of the Karnataka Urban Services Act, 1978 (amended in 1990).
Key Details
Issuing Authority:
Karnataka Government, Secretariat, Department of School Education and Literacy, Bengaluru.
Date of Issue: 16 October 2025
Notification Number: ED/370 BBF 2024 (Part-2)
Gazette Number: 659
Location: Bengaluru
Purpose and Scope of the Notification
The notification amends the Karnataka Education Allowance Services (Social Education Allowance) Rules, 1967 to reflect changes in the eligibility, categorization, and distribution of education allowances.
It is issued under the powers granted by Karnataka Urban Services Act, 1978 (Section 3, Clause 1, read with Clause 8).
The amendments come into effect immediately upon publication and will be formally enforced 15 days after the notification reaches Bengaluru.
The rules primarily govern the allocation of posts, rights, and allowances within the education services related to social education allowances.
Major Amendments and Provisions...
1. Title and Effective Date
The amended rules will be officially titled “Karnataka Education Allowance Services (Social Education Allowance) (Amendment) Rules, 2025”.
These rules apply interim throughout Karnataka State from the date of publication.
2. Specific Amendments in Allowance Categories
The notification addresses corrections and updates to Category III under the 1967 Rules, especially relating to primary school teachers.
It revises the grading system for primary school teachers from Grade 1 to Grade 5 in the NCTE (National Council for Teacher Education) guidelines, including the introduction of two amendments:
Amendment-1: First allowance amendment.
Amendment-2: Further detailed modifications affecting primary school teachers from grades 1 to 5, aligning with NCTE guidelines and including eligibility criteria based on:
Experience and service as per older primary school teaching posts.
Verification of qualifications.
Requirements tied to the Teacher Eligibility Test (TET).
Inclusion of teachers qualified up to grades 6 and 7.
Administrative and Procedural Points
The administration and enforcement of the amended rules fall under the jurisdiction of the Karnataka Government’s Department of School Education and Literacy.
The Secretariat located at Buddhi Mandira Building, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Road, Bengaluru will oversee implementation.
The government will notify concerned education authorities and subordinate institutions regarding the distribution of allowances and related rights.
Any queries or issues are to be directed to the Principal Secretary, School Education and Literacy Department at the Secretariat address.
Table: Overview of Key Amendments to Education Allowance Rules
Aspect Original (1967 Rules) Amended Rules (2025)
Title Karnataka Education Allowance Services (1967) Karnataka Education Allowance Services (Amendment) Rules, 2025
Coverage Social Education Allowance services Same, with revised categories and eligibility
Primary Teacher Grades Grade 1 to 5 under Category III Revised with structured amendments (Amendment-1 and Amendment-2)
Qualification Requirements General primary teacher standards Aligned with NCTE guidelines, includes TET certification requirements
Scope of Application Karnataka State Interim and statewide from the date of publication
Effective Date As per original rules Effective immediately upon notification publication
Important Definitions and Clarifications
Social Education Allowance: A financial benefit provided to employees serving in social education roles within Karnataka.
NCTE Guidelines: National Council for Teacher Education standards that govern qualifications and service conditions for teachers.
TET (Teacher Eligibility Test): A mandatory certification test for teachers to ensure minimum eligibility and competence.
Grade 1 to 5 Teachers: Refers to primary school teachers categorized by seniority and qualification levels.
Government Authority and Legal Basis
The amendments are issued under the Karnataka Urban Services Act, 1978 (amended in 1990), specifically Section 3, which empowers the government to modify service rules concerning posts, rights, and allowances.
The notification is signed and authorized by Mallikarjuna Ramachandrappa, the government subordinate secretary (ad-hoc) of the School Education and Literacy Department.
Summary of Roles and Responsibilities
Karnataka Government: Enacts and publishes amendments to the education allowance rules.
Department of School Education and Literacy: Implements the amended rules and oversees related administrative procedures.
Education Authorities and Subordinate Institutions: Responsible for applying the amended rules concerning allowance disbursement and teacher classification.
Teachers: Subject to revised eligibility requirements for education allowances, including qualification verification and compliance with TET standards...
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