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Google Kubernetes EngineEnd of Life (EOL) Dates & Support Status
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Cloud & PlatformsLatest Version: 1.36.4-gke.1495000Latest Release: Sep 23, 2026
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) is a managed Kubernetes platform on Google Cloud.
Support summary
Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 reaches EOL in 4 days. Start upgrade planning and compatibility testing now.
What do EOL and support statuses mean?Next EOL
Oct 1, 2026
Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 · 4 days left
Supported cycles
3
0 lts
Versions
20
Latest Version
1.36.4-gke.1495000
Active Support
2
EOL
17
Lifecycle Timeline
Jun 15, 2023As of Sep 27, 2026
1.36Active · Aug 9, 2027
1.35Active · Apr 11, 2027
1.34Security · Oct 1, 2026
1.33EOL · Aug 3, 2026
1.32EOL · Apr 11, 2026
1.31EOL · Jan 16, 2026
1.30EOL · Sep 30, 2025
1.29EOL · Apr 12, 2025
1.28EOL · Feb 4, 2025
1.27EOL · Oct 1, 2024
ActiveSecurityEOLHistorical phase unknown
Bars show history up to the snapshot date. Gray intervals lack dated support boundaries; arrows indicate an unannounced EOL date, not a support guarantee.
Versions
| Release | Release Date | Active Support | EOL | Latest Version | LTS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.36 | Jun 9, 2026 | Jun 30, 2027 | Aug 9, 2027 | 1.36.4-gke.1495000 | No | Active |
| 1.35 | Feb 11, 2026 | Feb 28, 2027 | Apr 11, 2027 | 1.35.8-gke.1626000 | No | Active |
| 1.34 | Sep 30, 2025 | Aug 30, 2026 | Oct 1, 2026 | 1.34.11-gke.1209000 | No | Security |
| 1.33 | Jun 3, 2025 | Jun 30, 2026 | Aug 3, 2026 | 1.33.13-gke.1721000 | No | EOL |
| 1.32 | Feb 11, 2025 | Feb 28, 2026 | Apr 11, 2026 | 1.32.13-gke.2504000 | No | EOL |
| 1.31 | Oct 25, 2024 | Nov 30, 2025 | Jan 16, 2026 | 1.31.14-gke.2759000 | No | EOL |
| 1.30 | Jul 31, 2024 | Jul 31, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | 1.30.14-gke.2866000 | No | EOL |
| 1.29 | Jan 26, 2024 | Feb 28, 2025 | Apr 12, 2025 | 1.29.15-gke.2725000 | No | EOL |
| 1.28 | Dec 4, 2023 | Dec 31, 2024 | Feb 4, 2025 | 1.28.15-gke.3290000 | No | EOL |
| 1.27 | Jun 15, 2023 | Jul 31, 2024 | Oct 1, 2024 | 1.27.16-gke.2894000 | No | EOL |
| 1.26 | Mar 31, 2023 | Apr 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 | 1.26.15-gke.1469001 | No | EOL |
| 1.25 | Dec 14, 2022 | Jan 31, 2024 | Mar 30, 2024 | 1.25.16-gke.1759000 | No | EOL |
| 1.24 | Jun 23, 2022 | Aug 31, 2023 | Oct 31, 2023 | 1.24.17-gke.2472000 | No | EOL |
| 1.23 | May 3, 2022 | May 31, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 | 1.23.17-gke.10700 | No | EOL |
| 1.22 | Mar 7, 2022 | Feb 28, 2023 | Apr 30, 2023 | 1.22.17-gke.14100 | No | EOL |
| 1.21 | Oct 1, 2021 | Nov 1, 2022 | Jan 31, 2023 | 1.21.14-gke.18800 | No | EOL |
| 1.20 | Jun 9, 2021 | Dec 1, 2021 | Aug 1, 2022 | 1.20.15-gke.13700 | No | EOL |
| 1.19 | Apr 14, 2021 | Oct 1, 2021 | Jun 1, 2022 | 1.19.16-gke.15700 | No | EOL |
| 1.18 | Mar 29, 2021 | Aug 1, 2021 | Mar 1, 2022 | 1.18.20-gke.6000 | No | EOL |
| 1.17 | Mar 29, 2021 | Jul 1, 2021 | Nov 1, 2021 | 1.17.17-gke.9100 | No | EOL |
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Which versions of Google Kubernetes Engine have reached end of life?
The following Google Kubernetes Engine 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 9 more). It is recommended to upgrade to a supported version.
Is it safe to continue using Google Kubernetes Engine 1.33?
Google Kubernetes Engine 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 Google Kubernetes Engine?
The latest version of Google Kubernetes Engine is 1.36.4-gke.1495000, released in the 1.36 release cycle.
How many versions of Google Kubernetes Engine are currently supported?
Google Kubernetes Engine currently has 3 actively supported version(s): 1.36, 1.35, 1.34.
When does Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36 reach end of life?
Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36 is scheduled to reach end of life on Aug 9, 2027.
What should I do when Google Kubernetes Engine reaches end of life?
When a Google Kubernetes Engine 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.