Vienna, Austria — April 27, 2026 Austria opens 6200 teaching positions deadline May 8 More than 6,200 teaching positions are currently available across Austria, with the highest demand in Vienna, where 2,100 roles remain unfilled ahead of the May 8 application deadline.
Regional Distribution of Openings
Vienna leads the country in unfilled teaching positions, with 2,100 vacancies reported, according to corroborated data from two sources. The regions of Lower Austria and Upper Austria follow closely, each with 900 openings. Other states, including Salzburg, Burgenland, Vorarlberg, Styria, Tyrol, and Carinthia, also report significant needs, though exact figures for these areas were not specified in the verified data.
The concentration of vacancies in Vienna reflects broader trends in urban education systems, where higher population density and school enrollment rates often create greater staffing challenges. The disparity between Vienna and other regions underscores the uneven distribution of educational resources across Austria.
Application Timeline and Next Steps
Prospective applicants have until May 8 to submit their materials for the 6,200 available positions. The deadline applies uniformly across all regions, including Vienna, Lower Austria, and Upper Austria, where the majority of openings are located.
The BMHS (Bundesministerium für Bildung, Wissenschaft und Forschung) has not yet released additional details about the hiring process or specific qualifications required for the roles. However, the sheer volume of vacancies suggests a pressing need for educators ahead of the 2026-2027 academic year.