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Gujarat GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 4599 Posts
Gujarat GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview
Excellent opportunity for experienced heavy vehicle drivers to join Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) as Driver on a fixed pay contract basis. Apply online for 4599 posts from 06/06/2026 to 05/07/2026.
| Organization Name | Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC), Ahmedabad |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Driver (Fixed Pay) |
| Total Vacancies | 4599 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online only - at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Job Type | Contract-based Fixed Pay (5 years); regularized on satisfactory performance |
| Official Website | https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in | https://gsrtc.in |
| Last Updated | 08 Jun 2026 |
| Department | Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) |
Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) Driver Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC), Central Office, Near Ranip Bus Station, Ranip, Ahmedabad has invited Online Applications for the post of Driver (Fixed Pay) to prepare a Selection List / Waiting List. A total of 4599 vacancies have been notified and candidates can apply online through the OJAS portal at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in from 06/06/2026 to 05/07/2026 up to 23:59 hours. Download GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Overview
Excellent opportunity for experienced heavy vehicle drivers to join Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) as Driver on a fixed pay contract basis. Apply online for 4599 posts from 06/06/2026 to 05/07/2026.
| Organization Name | Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Driver (Fixed Pay) |
| Department | Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) |
| Total Vacancies | 4599 Posts |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 26,000/- Fixed Pay per month (for 5 years) |
| Job Type | Contract-based Fixed Pay (5 years); regularized on satisfactory performance |
| Application Mode | Online only - at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Selection Mode | OMR Written Test + Driving Test |
| Opening of Online Application | 06/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 05/07/2026 up to 23:59 Hours |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07/07/2026 up to 23:59 Hours |
| Official Website | https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in | https://gsrtc.in |
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Online Application | 06/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 05/07/2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 07/07/2026 (23:59 Hours) |
| Date for Determining Eligibility (Age, Qualification, Experience) | 05/07/2026 (Last date of application) |
| OMR Written Test Date | To be notified separately on GSRTC website |
| Driving Test Date | To be notified separately on GSRTC website |
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 4599 vacancies have been notified for the post of Driver. Reservation is available category-wise for General (Unreserved), EWS, SEBC, SC, ST candidates. Ex-Serviceman reservation is also available. Female candidates have separate reserved slots within each category. Post-wise Essential Qualifications Summary
| Category | Male General | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 1385 | 681 | 2066 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 329 | 161 | 490 |
| SEBC (Socially & Educationally Backward Class) | 711 | 350 | 1061 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 184 | 90 | 274 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 475 | 233 | 708 |
| Ex-Serviceman (from total vacancies) | 459 (Horizontal reservation) | 459 | |
| Grand Total | 4599 |
Post-wise Essential Qualifications Summary
| Post | Essential Qualification | Essential Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Driver (Fixed Pay) | Standard 12 Pass (10+2) from Gujarat Secondary & Higher Secondary Education Board or equivalent. Basic Computer Knowledge Certificate as per Gujarat Government resolution dated 13/08/2008 is also required. | Valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV) issued by RTO. PSV Badge is mandatory at the time of online application. Minimum 4 years of experience driving heavy vehicles (including diesel buses) after obtaining HGV/HPV licence. Experience certificate from transporter/company is required. (Break period not counted in experience.) |
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions as on the last date of application i.e. 05/07/2026. All original certificates for educational qualification, age, caste, experience, and other qualifications must be in possession of the candidate at the time of applying.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Indian Citizen / Subject of Nepal or Bhutan / Tibetan refugee settled before 01/01/1962 / Person of Indian origin who migrated from Pakistan, Bangladesh, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia or Vietnam with intent to settle permanently in India. Eligibility certificate from Government required for categories other than Indian citizens. |
| Vision | Candidate must have clear/normal vision and must not have colour blindness. |
| Educational Qualification | Standard 12 Pass (10+2). Diploma after Std. 10 (10+3 or more years) is also accepted. ITI (2-year course after Std. 10) with NCVT exam passed and English paper from GSHSEB / Gujarat Open School is also equivalent. Polytechnic 3-year Diploma after Std. 10 is also equivalent. Equivalence certificate from Education Board must be produced. |
| Computer Knowledge | Basic computer knowledge certificate from a recognized training institution as per Gujarat Government resolution No. CRR-10-2007-120320-G-5, Dt. 13/08/2008; OR computer diploma/degree/certificate from a recognized university; OR Std. 10 / 12 with Computer as a subject. |
| Driving Licence & PSV Badge | Male: Valid Heavy Vehicle Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV) from RTO for public vehicle + PSV Badge. Licence must be at least 4 years old. Female: Valid Heavy Vehicle Licence + PSV Badge mandatory at the time of applying. Smart Card Driving Licence (not manual/book-type) required at document verification. |
| Experience | Male: Minimum 4 years of experience driving heavy diesel vehicles (bus/truck) after obtaining HGV/HPV/PSV licence. Experience certificate from transporter/company with owner's signature and seal is mandatory. Female: Priority given to those with heavy vehicle driving experience. Female candidates without heavy vehicle experience may be appointed after completing 2 months of satisfactory training at GSRTC's Automatic Driving Test Centre. |
| Height | Male (General): Minimum 162 cm. Male (ST): Minimum 160 cm. Female: Minimum 158 cm. Height measured only by GSRTC's authorized height machine certified by the Weights & Measures Department. No other height certificate acceptable. |
| Reservation Benefits | Only candidates who are original residents (domicile) of Gujarat are eligible for SC/ST/EWS/SEBC reservation benefits. Candidates from other states are not entitled to any reservation. |
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Age is calculated as on the last date of application i.e. 05/07/2026. For General (Unreserved) male candidates, the age limit is 25 to 35 years (Date of Birth: 05/07/1991 to 05/07/2001). Under no circumstances shall the age exceed 45 years even after all applicable relaxations. Note: General female candidates get 5 years relaxation over the male upper age limit. All reserved category male candidates get 5 years relaxation. All reserved category female candidates get 10 years relaxation. Ex-Serviceman candidates get relaxation as per GAD notification dated 22/01/2018 (service period + 3 years). Maximum age in all cases must not exceed 45 years as on 05/07/2026.
| Category | Maximum Age Male | Maximum Age Female |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 35 years | 40 years |
| Reserved (SC / ST / SEBC / EWS) | 40 years | 45 years |
| Ex-Serviceman | 45 years | 45 years |
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The online process fee is mandatory for all candidates at the time of filling the application on https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. If a candidate submits multiple application forms, only the last submitted form will be considered, and it must have the fee paid; otherwise all forms will be rejected.
| Category | Application Fee Gst Applicable |
|---|---|
| Unreserved / General (Male & Female) | Rs. 300/- + GST |
| Reserved Categories (All Female candidates, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, Ex-Serviceman) | Rs. 200/- + GST |
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection will be made through a two-stage process: an OMR-based Written Test followed by a Driving Test. Final merit is based on combined weightage of both stages (40% OMR + 60% Driving Test = 100%). Stage 1 – OMR Written Test (100 Marks, 100 Questions, 60 Minutes) All applicants will be called for the 100-mark OMR-based competitive written test. There is no minimum passing mark for the written test, however candidates scoring 0 (zero) or below will not be eligible for the Driving Test. Negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong/blank/overwritten answer applies. If a candidate marks option (E) intentionally to skip a question, no negative marks will be deducted for that response. The exam medium is Gujarati except English Grammar section. Stage 2 – Driving Test (50 Marks) Top merit-ranked candidates from the OMR test will be called for the Driving Test in a 1:2 ratio against notified vaca
Stage 1 – OMR Written Test (100 Marks, 100 Questions, 60 Minutes)
| Subject | Medium | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge (up to Std. 12 level) | Gujarati | 30 |
| Road Safety and Auto Mechanics | Gujarati | 20 |
| Gujarati Language and Grammar (up to Std. 12 level) | Gujarati | 20 |
| English Language and Grammar (up to Std. 12 level) | English | 10 |
| Arithmetic (up to Std. 10 level) | Gujarati | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Final Merit & Selection Weightage
| Stage | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| OMR Written Test | 100 marks | 40% |
| Automatic Driving Test | 50 marks | 60% |
| Total | 100% |
Who should NOT apply for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026?
Candidates who do not possess a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV) issued by RTO as on the last date of application. Male candidates who do not have a PSV Badge at the time of submitting the online application. Male candidates who do not have minimum 4 years of heavy vehicle driving experience after obtaining their HGV/HPV licence. Candidates who do not meet the minimum height requirement (162 cm for General males, 160 cm for ST males, 158 cm for females). Candidates who have colour blindness or impaired vision. Candidates whose Std. 12 / equivalent qualification or computer certificate was obtained after the last date of application (05/07/2026). Candidates who possess only a manual/book-type driving licence - Smart Card licence is mandatory at document verification. Candidates whose experience is from driving a 108 Ambulance - ambulances are not classified as heavy vehic
Gujarat GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step
- 1Candidates must apply online only through the OJAS portal at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in. The application process involves filling personal details, educational qualification, experience and computer knowledge details, uploading photo and signature, confirming the application, and paying the online process fee.
- 2Documents to be Uploaded / Produced at the time of Application / Driving Test / Document Verification:
- 3Scanned passport-size photograph (JPG, max 10 KB, 5 cm H x 3.6 cm W).
- 4Scanned signature (JPG, max 10 KB, 2.5 cm H x 7.5 cm W).
- 5SSC (Std. 10) Board certificate as proof of date of birth (Birth certificate / extract not acceptable).
- 6Std. 12 Mark Sheet / Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification certificate.
- 7Computer Knowledge certificate / marksheet as per Gujarat Government resolution Dt. 13/08/2008.
- 8Valid Smart Card Driving Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV) - manual/book-type not accepted at document verification.
- 9PSV Badge (mandatory at the time of online application).
- 10Experience certificate from transporter / company / travels with owner’s signature and seal (minimum 4 years; for the exact same period as mentioned in the application form).
- 11Caste certificate for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS from competent authority (issued in applicant’s name along with father’s/mother’s name).
- 12SEBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (Parishisht-4 in Gujarati or Annexure-A in English) issued between 01/04/2024 and 05/07/2026.
- 13EWS Income and Asset Certificate (Annexure-KH in English or Parishisht-Ga in Gujarati) issued between 06/07/2023 and 05/07/2026.
- 14Discharge Book and Identity Card / Certificate for Ex-Serviceman candidates.
- 15Marriage Certificate / Notarized Affidavit / Gazette copy (for married female candidates who have shown husband’s name in place of father’s name).
- 16Sports Certificate (if claiming 5% bonus marks) - from competent authority in prescribed format.
- 17Widow Certificate, husband’s death certificate, and affidavit of no re-marriage (for widow candidates claiming 5% bonus marks).
- 18NOC from Head of Office/Department (for candidates in government/semi-government service) - to be produced at Driving Test time.
- 19Candidates should keep the printout of the confirmed application and the Confirmation Number safely for all future correspondence. No hard copy is to be sent to GSRTC by post.
- 20Apply Online at: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- 21For all updates and information related to this recruitment, candidates must regularly visit the GSRTC website at https://gsrtc.in. No individual communication will be sent.
Gujarat GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF
Gujarat GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the total number of vacancies in GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026?
A total of 4599 vacancies have been notified for the post of Driver (Fixed Pay) by Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC). These are distributed across Unreserved (2066), EWS (490), SEBC (1061), SC (274), and ST (708) categories, with 459 posts horizontally reserved for Ex-Servicemen.
What is the last date to apply for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 is 05/07/2026 up to 23:59 hours. The last date to pay the application fee is 07/07/2026 up to 23:59 hours. Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
What is the educational qualification required for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have passed Standard 12 (10+2) from the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board or an equivalent recognized board. Additionally, a Basic Computer Knowledge certificate as per Gujarat Government resolution dated 13/08/2008 is also required. ITI holders (2-year course after Std. 10) with NCVT exam passed and a Polytechnic Diploma (3 years after Std. 10) are also considered equivalent to Std. 12 with an Education Board equivalence certificate.
What is the age limit for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026?
The minimum age is 25 years and the maximum age is 35 years for Unreserved male candidates as on 05/07/2026 (DOB between 05/07/1991 to 05/07/2001). General female candidates get a 5-year relaxation (up to 40 years). Reserved category males can apply up to 40 years and reserved females up to 45 years. Ex-Servicemen can apply up to 45 years. Under no circumstances shall age exceed 45 years after all relaxations.
What is the pay scale offered for GSRTC Driver posts?
Selected candidates will receive a fixed pay of Rs. 26,000/- per month for the first 5 years on contract basis. Only allowances admissible under GSRTC norms will be paid; no other allowances or benefits are applicable during this period. After satisfactory completion of 5 years, candidates will be eligible for regular appointment at the prevailing pay scale for the Driver post in GSRTC.
How to apply for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply online only through https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in. Visit the portal, click “Apply Online”, select the Driver category, fill in Personal Details, Educational Qualification, Experience, and Computer Knowledge details, upload photo and signature, click “Save”, then “Confirm Application”, and finally pay the online process fee through the payment gateway before 05/07/2026 up to 23:59 hours.
What is the application fee for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026?
The online process fee is Rs. 300/- + GST for Unreserved (General) male candidates and Rs. 200/- + GST for all female candidates, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, and Ex-Serviceman candidates. The fee must be paid online through the OJAS payment gateway and is non-refundable under any circumstances.
What is the selection process for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026?
The selection process has two stages: first, a 100-mark OMR Written Test (1 hour) on General Knowledge, Road Safety, Gujarati, English Grammar, and Arithmetic; followed by a 50-mark Automatic Driving Test (minimum passing mark: 35). The final merit list is prepared with 40% weightage for OMR and 60% weightage for the Driving Test. Widow candidates and eligible Sports candidates get an additional 5% bonus on OMR marks.
Is a PSV Badge mandatory for applying in GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026?
Yes, the PSV (Public Service Vehicle) Badge is mandatory at the time of submitting the online application for both male and female candidates. A PSV Badge obtained after the date of online application will not be accepted and the application will be cancelled. Candidates must also hold a valid Smart Card Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence (HGV/HPV) from RTO — manual/book-type licences are not accepted at document verification.
Where can I download the official notification for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026?
The official notification for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 can be downloaded from the GSRTC official website at https://gsrtc.in. Candidates can also visit the OJAS portal at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in for the direct apply link and all related updates. The direct download link is also provided in the Important Links section of this article.
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