What is KREIS?

Transforming lives through education ensuring social justice

Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society

Our journey started in 1999 with the mission of providing excellence in  education rooted in equality and social justice. Established under the Social Welfare Department, the Karnataka Residential Educational Institutions Society (KREIS) is dedicated to establishing and managing co-educational residential schools across Karnataka for the socially and economically weaker sections of society.

Over the years, we have been educating more than million children across the state with all the facilities required for a comprehensive growth.
Currently operates 821 residential schools, serving 2.1 lakh children annually from SC, ST, and OBC communities, with more than 60% of the students being girls.
This year, we have expanded our mission by reserving 50% of our seats for children from special categories, including manual scavengers, ex-devadasis, orphans, children of HIV-positive parents, and semi-nomadic and nomadic communities.

Our commitment to transforming lives through education is demonstrated by over 96% pass rate in SSLC and PUC exams, with many students securing admissions to prestigious institutions like IIT and NIT, and excelling in national-level sports competitions. We are also proud to share that this year’s state 1st and 3rd toppers are from KREIS

At a Glance

established

1999

Number of Schools

821 Students Served

OVER 2.1L

Dedicated schools for girls

208 50% reservation

For children from special categories, including manual scavengers, safai karmacharis, ex- devadasis, and more

Communities Serving

BPL students belonging to SC, ST and BC communities

Why KREIS

KREIS is more than just an educational institution

It is a beacon of hope for thousands of underprivileged children in Karnataka. Our commitment to transforming lives through education is unwavering. We believe in the power of education to break the cycle of poverty and open doors to a brighter future.

Our Focus Areas

Quality Education

We ensure high academic standards, reflected in our impressive 96% pass rate in SSLC and PUC examinations. Our students’ achievements are a testament to their hard work and determination, supported by our dedicated teachers and staff.

Inclusive Growth

We reserve 50% of our seats for children from special categories, including manual scavengers, safai karmacharis, ex- devadasis, rag pickers, graveyard workers, children of HIV-positive parents, nomadic and semi-nomadic communities, migrant workers, orphans, and rescued child laborers. This inclusivity ensures that the most marginalized children have access to quality education and a chance to succeed.

Holistic Development

Our collaborations with industry leaders like IBM, Microsoft, HAL, and Amazon Future Engineers provide our students with comprehensive development opportunities. These partnerships enable us to offer advanced learning resources, mentorship programs, and exposure to cutting-edge technology, preparing our students for future success.

Our Team

Sri. Sidharamaiah

Hon’ble Chief Minister, GoK

SrI. D. K. Shivakumar

Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister, GoK

Dr. HC Mahadevapa

Chairman

Minister of Social Welfare Dept, GoK

Sri. Shivaraj Tangadagi

Minister for Backward Class Development

Smt. Shalini Rajineesh

Co Chairman

Chief Secretary, GoK

Maj. Manivannan P IAS

Vice Chairman

Principal Secretary, Social Welfare Department, GoK

Sri Kantharaju P S IAS

Member Secretary

Executive Director, KREIS

Our Initiatives

Holistic Initiatives Fostering Student Development by KREIS

NISHITA program for quality education

KREIS has embraced the NISHITA program, a capacity-building initiative aimed at enhancing the overall quality of school education through integrated teacher training. This program focuses on empowering teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to provide exceptional educational experiences for students. These initiatives implemented by KREIS demonstrate their commitment to personalized student development, fruitful collaborations, comprehensivestudent support, and continuous teacher training.

Joy of English Learning (JEL) Initiative

KREIS has undertaken the “Joy of English Learning” (JEL) initiative, which focuses on incorporating basic English language skills among students. This program aims to boost students’ confidence and fluency in English. Over 1,600 teachers have been trained under this initiative, benefiting more than 50,000 students across 800+ educational institutions in the state.

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