Fiscal Year 2026 State Allocations under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (Perkins V)
This notice informs states of their estimated FY 2026 funding allocations for career and technical education under the Carl D. Perkins Act (Perkins V).
Funder: Office of Career Technical and Adult Education
Due Dates: May 26, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $1,418,250,280 | Award range: $197,032–$142,867,852 per state/area
Summary: Formula grants to states and eligible territories to support career and technical education under the Carl D. Perkins Act (Perkins V).
Description
This grant provides formula-based allocations to states and eligible outlying areas under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006 (Perkins V). The funding supports state and local efforts to improve career and technical education (CTE) programs, enhance workforce readiness, and promote student achievement in secondary and postsecondary settings. The program aims to prepare learners for postsecondary education and meaningful careers through high-quality CTE pathways and state-led initiatives.
