By the Education Karnataka Editorial Team · Last updated: November 2026
Quick answer: Davanagere and Chitradurga, in central Karnataka, offer residential and day schools that are conveniently reachable from both north and south Karnataka. Families can find CBSE and ICSE schools with hostel facilities, as well as government residential schools under KREIS.
Key takeaways
- The region’s central location makes it reachable from much of the state.
- Davanagere is also known for its colleges, which creates a strong education environment.
- Options include private residential schools and government residential schools.
- Compare supervision, academics and total cost.
Some schools listed in our directory for the region
Listed in no particular order. This is not a ranking:
- Sri Someshwara Residential School, Davanagere (CBSE-based, residential)
- Don Bosco ICSE School, Chitradurga
Check current hostel availability, classes and fees directly with each school.
Why consider central Karnataka?
- Reachable from Bengaluru, Hubballi–Dharwad, Shivamogga and Ballari.
- Lower living costs than in metros.
- An education culture, with Davanagere known for its colleges.
What to check
| Area | Questions |
| Boarding | Fully residential? From which class? |
| Supervision | Resident wardens? Separate hostels? |
| Academics | Supervised study? Foundation programmes? |
| Medical | Distance to a hospital? |
| Fees | Total written annual cost? |
Frequently asked questions
Is Davanagere a good place for school education? It has a strong education environment. Assess each school individually.
Are there government residential schools in these districts? Yes. KREIS residential schools operate across Karnataka, with admission mainly through the KEA entrance test.
How far is Davanagere from Bengaluru? It is roughly 260 km by road, and there are rail connections as well.
Which boards are available? CBSE, ICSE and State Board schools are all available. Confirm each school’s affiliation.
Do schools here offer PUC? Many towns have PU colleges, some with hostels. Check each institution.
Need help shortlisting schools? Browse our directory of boarding schools in Karnataka and residential PU colleges in Karnataka, or message us on WhatsApp for guidance.
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