Azure Kubernetes Service 1.36 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Azure Kubernetes Service 1.36 is actively supported. It reaches end of life on 30 Jun 2027.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Azure Kubernetes Service release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 30 Jun 2026 | — |
| End of life (scheduled) | 30 Jun 2027 | in 325 days |
| Extended support ends | 30 Jun 2028 | 691 days left |
| Latest release | — | current |
How much runway a newer branch buys
Azure Kubernetes Service 1.36 is the newest branch — this is the longest runway currently available.
| Branch | End of life | Days left | vs 1.36 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azure Kubernetes Service 1.36 | 30 Jun 2027 | 325 | this branch |
| Azure Kubernetes Service 1.35 | 31 Mar 2027 | 234 | -91 days |
| Azure Kubernetes Service 1.34 | 30 Nov 2026 | 113 | -212 days |
Frequently asked questions
When does Azure Kubernetes Service 1.36 reach end of life?
Azure Kubernetes Service 1.36 reaches end of life on 30 Jun 2027 — 325 days from now. After that date it receives no security fixes.
Is Azure Kubernetes Service 1.36 still supported?
Yes. Azure Kubernetes Service 1.36 is currently maintained. Latest release: —.
What happens when Azure Kubernetes Service 1.36 reaches end of life?
Security fixes stop. After 30 Jun 2027 this branch receives no further updates under standard support, though extended support runs to 30 Jun 2028.
How long do I have to upgrade from Azure Kubernetes Service 1.36?
325 days. This is already the newest branch, so this is the longest runway currently available.