Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 1 Oct 2026.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Google Kubernetes Engine release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 30 Sept 2025 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 1 Oct 2026 | in 53 days |
| Active support ended | 30 Aug 2026 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 1.34.9-gke.1655000 · 30 Jul 2026 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
Moving to Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36 extends security support by about 312 days.
| Branch | End of life | Days left | vs 1.34 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36 | 9 Aug 2027 | 365 | +312 days |
| Google Kubernetes Engine 1.35 | 11 Apr 2027 | 245 | +192 days |
| Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 | 1 Oct 2026 | 53 | this branch |
Frequently asked questions
When does Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 reach end of life?
Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 reaches end of life on 1 Oct 2026 — 53 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 still supported?
Yes. Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 is currently maintained. Latest release: 1.34.9-gke.1655000, published 30 Jul 2026.
What happens when Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 1 Oct 2026 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34?
53 days. Moving to Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36 instead buys roughly 312 more days of security support.