The Kubernetes project tests compatibility between the control plane and nodes for up to three minor versions. For example, 1.27 nodes continue to operate when orchestrated by a 1.30 control plane. However, running a cluster with nodes that are persistently three minor versions behind the control plane isn't recommended. For more information, see Kubernetes version and version skew support policy in the Kubernetes documentation. We recommend maintaining the same Kubernetes version on your control plane and nodes.