GSRTC Recruitment 2026: 4599 Driver & 4318 Conductor Vacancies

Candidates waiting for GSRTC notification can now apply for 8917 combined vacancies of Driver and Conductor on a 5-year fixed pay basis. The Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) has officially released detailed advertisements for direct recruitment under fixed pay terms. This is a massive recruitment drive for Class 12 pass candidates, with specific licence and driving requirements for Driver posts. Online applications open on 06 June 2026 and close on 05 July 2026. Below is a category-wise vacancy breakdown, exact in-hand salary calculation after deductions, age relaxation rules, and step-by-step application guide for both posts.

Based on official notification by GSRTC. Verified: June 2026.

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Important Dates

Vacancy and Category Analysis

Driver Vacancies (Total: 4599): UR: 1385, EWS: 681, SEBC: 711+350, SC: 329+161, ST: 184+90, plus 459 Ex-Servicemen quota. Female vacancies are specified within each category.

Conductor Vacancies (Total: 4318): UR: 1562, EWS: 768, SEBC: 565+278, SC: 308+151, ST: 147+71, plus 431 Ex-Servicemen and 90 PwD quota.

With 8917 total vacancies and based on past GSRTC recruitments attracting approximately 8-10 lakh applicants, the selection ratio stands at roughly 1 in 100. OBC and EWS candidates have moderate competition due to category reservations, while UR candidates face higher competition. PwD candidates have dedicated 90 seats for Conductor post only. Ex-Servicemen have separate quotas of 459 for Driver and 431 for Conductor.

Salary and In-Hand Calculation

The fixed pay for both Driver and Conductor posts is ₹26,000 per month for 5 years. After 5 years of satisfactory service, candidates become regular and get the prevailing basic pay of the post.

Breakdown: During the 5-year fixed pay term, no allowances or benefits are applicable apart from the fixed salary. After regularization, benefits like DA (currently 50% of basic), HRA (24%/16%/8% based on city class), TA, NPS (10% of basic), and medical facilities apply. Approximately ₹24,000-₹26,000 is the actual monthly take-home after all standard deductions when fixed pay is considered. Compared to regular state transport employees at same level who receive allowances and DA, the fixed pay contract offers lower take-home initially.

Application Fee

Fee mistake warning: Ensure you pay the correct fee based on your final category selection. Underpayment leads to automatic rejection. If you apply for multiple posts, pay fee for each confirmed application separately.

Age Limit

Age calculation example: For Driver post, UR candidate must be born between 05 July 1991 and 05 July 2001. For OBC male candidate, born between 05 July 1986 and 05 July 2001.

Eligibility Criteria

Most common eligibility mistake: Driver candidates must have 4 years of experience after obtaining Heavy Licence. Experience with Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) or Medium Licence is not counted. Break period is not included in experience calculation.

Selection Process

Driver Selection (Total 100% Weightage)

Stage 1 – OMR Written Exam (40% weightage): 100 marks, 100 questions, 1 hour duration. Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong/unanswered question (except option E). Qualifying only – no minimum marks required, but zero marks leads to disqualification.

Stage 2 – Driving Test (60% weightage): 50 marks total. Minimum 35 marks required to pass. Candidates called in 1:2 ratio based on written exam merit. Automatic driving test center used.

Final Merit: Written exam marks (40% weightage) + Driving test marks (60% weightage). Higher weightage to driving test.

Conductor Selection

Single Stage – OMR Written Exam (100% weightage): 100 marks, 100 questions, 1 hour duration. Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong/unanswered question (except option E). No minimum passing marks, but zero marks leads to disqualification.

Document Verification: Candidates called in 1:1.5 ratio based on merit. Provisional selection list and waiting list prepared.

Your first 7 days after applying

1. Save your confirmation number and application printout.
2. Verify your photo and signature are visible and within size limits (10 KB each).
3. Check that your birth date matches SSC or school leaving certificate exactly.
4. Keep your valid driving licence or conductor licence ready in original.
5. Monitor GSRTC website (gsrtc.in) daily for exam schedule updates.

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Exam Syllabus

Driver Exam Pattern (OMR – 100 marks, 1 hour)

Syllabus: Questions based on Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board standards for Class 12 General Knowledge, Class 12 Gujarati/English Grammar, and Class 10 Arithmetic. Road sector and auto mechanic topics as per basic driving knowledge.

Conductor Exam Pattern (OMR – 100 marks, 1 hour)

Syllabus: Class 12 level General Knowledge, Grammar, Aptitude. Basic computer operation questions. Motor Vehicle Act provisions. Conductor responsibilities and ticket fare calculation.

How to Apply (OJAS Gujarat)

1. Visit ojas.gujarat.gov.in
2. Click “Apply Online” and select “Driver” or “Conductor” post.
3. Click “Apply Now” and fill Personal Details (red star fields mandatory).
4. After personal details, click “Educational Qualification” and enter Class 12 details.
5. For Driver: Enter Heavy Licence and 4 years experience details from TRANS date onwards. For Conductor: Enter Conductor Licence details.
6. Click “Computer knowledge” and enter basic computer certificate details (if any).
7. Accept self declaration by clicking “Yes”, then click “Save” to generate Application Number.
8. Upload Photo (5 cm height x 3.6 cm width, 10 KB max, JPG) and Signature (2.5 cm x 7.5 cm, 10 KB max, JPG).
9. Click “Confirm Application” to generate Confirmation Number (mandatory).
10. Pay fee via “Online Payment Gateway” using Confirmation Number and birth date.
11. Take printout of application and confirmation for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is approximate in-hand salary for GSRTC Driver and Conductor after deductions?

Approximately ₹24,000-₹26,000 per month during the 5-year fixed pay term of ₹26,000. Since no allowances or DA apply during contract period, in-hand is almost the full fixed pay minus standard NPS deductions applicable after regularization.

What is last date to apply for GSRTC Driver Conductor 2026?

05 July 2026 (23:59 hours) is the last date for online application submission. Fee payment window remains open until 07 July 2026.

How many total vacancies are announced for GSRTC Recruitment 2026?

8,917 total vacancies: 4,599 for Driver post and 4,318 for Conductor post. Category-wise breakdown includes UR, EWS, SEBC, SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD quotas as specified in notification.

What is minimum educational qualification for GSRTC Driver and Conductor?

Class 12 pass (10+2) from a recognised board is the minimum qualification for both posts. Candidates must possess the original marksheet on or before 05 July 2026.

What is age limit for General category candidates in GSRTC Recruitment 2026?

For Driver post: 25 to 35 years (born between 05 July 1991 and 05 July 2001). For Conductor post: 18 to 35 years (born between 05 July 1991 and 05 July 2008).

What is age relaxation for OBC SC ST candidates?

OBC/SC/ST male candidates get 5 years relaxation (max 40 years for Driver, 40 years for Conductor). Reserved category female candidates get 10 years relaxation (max 45 years for Driver, 45 years for Conductor).

What is application fee for GSRTC Driver and Conductor 2026?

UR candidates: ₹300 + GST. SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/Ex-Servicemen/PwD/Female: ₹200 + GST. Pay online via debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI.

What is selection process for GSRTC Driver?

OMR written exam (40% weightage) followed by driving test (60% weightage). Final merit based on combined weightage. Driving test requires minimum 35 marks out of 50 to pass.

What is selection process for GSRTC Conductor?

OMR written exam (100% weightage). No driving test. Document verification of shortlisted candidates in 1:1.5 ratio based on merit.

Is there negative marking in OMR exam for both posts?

Yes. 0.25 marks deducted for every wrong answer, unanswered question, multiple options, or marked answer (except if you choose option E to skip).

Can I apply for both Driver and Conductor posts?

Yes, you can submit separate applications for each post. Each application requires separate fee payment. Your final application per post will be considered.