Google Kubernetes Engine 1.35 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Google Kubernetes Engine 1.35 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 11 Apr 2027.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Google Kubernetes Engine release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 11 Feb 2026 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 11 Apr 2027 | in 245 days |
| Active support ended | 28 Feb 2027 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 1.35.6-gke.1710000 · 30 Jul 2026 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
Moving to Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36 extends security support by about 120 days.
| Branch | End of life | Days left | vs 1.35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36 | 9 Aug 2027 | 365 | +120 days |
| Google Kubernetes Engine 1.35 | 11 Apr 2027 | 245 | this branch |
| Google Kubernetes Engine 1.34 | 1 Oct 2026 | 53 | -192 days |
Frequently asked questions
When does Google Kubernetes Engine 1.35 reach end of life?
Google Kubernetes Engine 1.35 reaches end of life on 11 Apr 2027 — 245 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is Google Kubernetes Engine 1.35 still supported?
Yes. Google Kubernetes Engine 1.35 is currently maintained. Latest release: 1.35.6-gke.1710000, published 30 Jul 2026.
What happens when Google Kubernetes Engine 1.35 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 11 Apr 2027 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from Google Kubernetes Engine 1.35?
245 days. Moving to Google Kubernetes Engine 1.36 instead buys roughly 120 more days of security support.