Kubernetes 1.36 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Supported
Kubernetes 1.36 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 28 Jun 2027.
323 days of security support left
1.36.3 latest release
25% of this branch's supported lifetime has elapsed — 22 Apr 2026 → 28 Jun 2027.
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Support timeline
Official dates from the Kubernetes release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 22 Apr 2026 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 28 Jun 2027 | in 323 days |
| Active support ended | 28 Apr 2027 | security fixes only after this |
| Latest release | 1.36.3 · 22 Jul 2026 | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
Kubernetes 1.36 is the newest branch — this is the longest runway currently available.
| Branch | End of life | Days left | vs 1.36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kubernetes 1.36 | 28 Jun 2027 | 323 | this branch |
| Kubernetes 1.35 | 28 Feb 2027 | 203 | -120 days |
| Kubernetes 1.34 | 27 Oct 2026 | 79 | -244 days |
Frequently asked questions
When does Kubernetes 1.36 reach end of life?
Kubernetes 1.36 reaches end of life on 28 Jun 2027 — 323 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is Kubernetes 1.36 still supported?
Yes. Kubernetes 1.36 is currently maintained. Latest release: 1.36.3, published 22 Jul 2026.
What happens when Kubernetes 1.36 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 28 Jun 2027 this branch receives no further updates under standard support.
How long do I have to upgrade from Kubernetes 1.36?
323 days. This is already the newest branch, so this is the longest runway currently available.