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Amazon EKS
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Cloud & PlatformsLatest Version: 1.36-eks-6Latest Release: Jun 22, 2026
Amazon EKS is a managed Kubernetes service for running Kubernetes on AWS and on-premises.
Support summary
Amazon EKS currently has supported cycles. Track the next EOL date and validate upgrades before your change window.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Dec 2, 2026
Amazon EKS 1.34 · 103 days left
Supported cycles
3
0 lts
Versions
19
Latest Version
1.36-eks-6
Active Support
3
EOL
16
Lifecycle Timeline
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Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.36 | Jun 2, 2026 | Yes | Aug 2, 2027 | 1.36-eks-6 | No | Active |
| 1.35 | Jan 28, 2026 | Yes | Mar 27, 2027 | 1.35-eks-17 | No | Active |
| 1.34 | Oct 6, 2025 | Yes | Dec 2, 2026 | 1.34-eks-27 | No | Active |
| 1.33 | May 28, 2025 | No | Jul 29, 2026 | 1.33-eks-41 | No | EOL |
| 1.32 | Jan 25, 2025 | No | Mar 23, 2026 | 1.32-eks-48 | No | EOL |
| 1.31 | Sep 26, 2024 | No | Nov 26, 2025 | 1.31-eks-64 | No | EOL |
| 1.30 | May 23, 2024 | No | Jul 23, 2025 | 1.30-eks-72 | No | EOL |
| 1.29 | Jan 23, 2024 | No | Mar 23, 2025 | 1.29-eks-66 | No | EOL |
| 1.28 | Sep 26, 2023 | No | Nov 26, 2024 | 1.28-eks-63 | No | EOL |
| 1.27 | May 24, 2023 | No | Jul 24, 2024 | 1.27-eks-53 | No | EOL |
| 1.26 | Apr 11, 2023 | No | Jun 11, 2024 | 1.26-eks-51 | No | EOL |
| 1.25 | Feb 21, 2023 | No | May 1, 2024 | 1.25-eks-48 | No | EOL |
| 1.24 | Nov 15, 2022 | No | Jan 31, 2024 | 1.24-eks-45 | No | EOL |
| 1.23 | Aug 11, 2022 | No | Oct 11, 2023 | 1.23-eks-30 | No | EOL |
| 1.22 | Apr 4, 2022 | No | Jun 4, 2023 | 1.22-eks-14 | No | EOL |
| 1.21 | Jul 19, 2021 | No | Feb 16, 2023 | 1.21-eks-18 | No | EOL |
| 1.20 | May 18, 2021 | No | Nov 1, 2022 | 1.20-eks-14 | No | EOL |
| 1.19 | Feb 16, 2021 | No | Aug 1, 2022 | 1.19-eks-11 | No | EOL |
| 1.18 | Oct 13, 2020 | No | Aug 15, 2022 | 1.18-eks-13 | No | EOL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which versions of Amazon EKS have reached end of life?
The following Amazon EKS versions have reached end of life and no longer receive security updates: 1.33, 1.32, 1.31, 1.30, 1.29, 1.28, 1.27, 1.26 (and 8 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Amazon EKS 1.33?
Amazon EKS 1.33 has reached end of life and no longer receives security patches or bug fixes. Continuing to use it may expose your systems to known vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend upgrading to a supported version.
What is the latest version of Amazon EKS?
The latest version of Amazon EKS is 1.36-eks-6, released in the 1.36 release cycle.
How many versions of Amazon EKS are currently supported?
Amazon EKS currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 1.36, 1.35, 1.34.
When does Amazon EKS 1.36 reach end of life?
Amazon EKS 1.36 is scheduled to reach end of life on Aug 2, 2027.
What should I do when Amazon EKS reaches end of life?
When a Amazon EKS version reaches end of life, you should: 1) Plan your migration to a supported version as soon as possible. 2) Review the release notes for breaking changes. 3) Test your applications thoroughly in a staging environment. 4) Update your dependencies to ensure compatibility with the new version.