GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC), Central Office, Ranip Bus Station, Ranip, Ahmedabad. Through this notification, GSRTC has invited online applications from eligible candidates for a massive total of 4,599 vacancies for the post of Driver (Fixed Pay) on a contract basis for five years at a fixed salary of ₹26,000/- per month. Online applications can be submitted from 06 June 2026 and the last date to apply is 05 July 2026 (up to 23:59 hours). The application fee can be submitted up to 07 July 2026 (up to 23:59 hours). This is one of the biggest Gujarat Government Job opportunities of 2026 for candidates holding a Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
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GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Overview – Apply Online for 4599 Driver Vacancies
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) |
| Post Name | Driver (ડ્રાયવર) |
| Total Vacancies | 4,599 |
| Appointment Type | Fixed Pay Contract – 5 Years |
| Fixed Pay | ₹26,000/- per month (for 5 years) |
| Application Mode | Online – ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Job Type | Gujarat State Government (GSRTC) Job |
| Age Limit | 25 to 35 Years (as on 05/07/2026) |
| Educational Qualification | Class 12 Pass (10+2) |
| Driving Licence Required | Heavy Vehicle Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV) – minimum 4 years old |
| Application Start Date | 06 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05 July 2026 (up to 23:59 Hours) |
| Last Date to Submit Application Fee | 07 July 2026 (up to 23:59 Hours) |
| Application Fee (General/UR) | ₹300/- + GST |
| Application Fee (Reserved Categories) | ₹200/- + GST |
| Official Website | ojas.gujarat.gov.in | gsrtc.in |
GSRTC Driver Bharti 2026 is one of the most awaited Sarkari Naukri 2026 notifications for Gujarat’s job seekers in the transport sector. The selection will be based on a Written OMR Examination (40% weightage) followed by an Automatic Driving Test (60% weightage). After successful completion of five years of fixed-pay service, selected candidates will be eligible for regular appointment at the prevailing basic pay scale of the Driver cadre in GSRTC.
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 – Category-wise and Gender-wise Vacancy Breakup
The total 4,599 vacancies for the post of Driver under GSRTC Recruitment 2026 are distributed across categories and genders as follows:
| Category | General Male | General Female | EWS Male | EWS Female | SEBC Male | SEBC Female | SC Male | SC Female | ST Male | ST Female | Ex-Servicemen (from total) |
| Total: 4,599 | 1,385 | 681 | 329 | 161 | 711 | 350 | 184 | 90 | 475 | 233 | 459 |
Note: GSRTC reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies at any stage of the recruitment process. Any changes in vacancies will be notified on the official GSRTC website gsrtc.in. Ex-Servicemen (459 posts) are included within the total 4,599 vacancies — they are not additional posts.
GSRTC Driver Bharti 2026 – Eligibility Criteria, Qualification and Licence Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
| Minimum Educational Qualification | Class 12 Pass (10+2) from Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board or equivalent recognized board |
| Vision | Clear, normal vision — must not have colour blindness |
| Minimum Height – Male Candidates | 162 cm (for ST candidates: 160 cm) |
| Minimum Height – Female Candidates | 158 cm |
| Computer Knowledge | Basic computer knowledge certificate from a recognized institution is mandatory (as per Government Resolution dated 13/08/2008) |
| Citizenship | Indian Citizen (or citizen of Nepal, Bhutan, or eligible migrant as per Government norms) |
Driving Licence Requirements:
| Category | Licence Requirement |
| Male Candidates |
(i) Heavy Vehicle Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV) issued by Regional Transport Office (RTO) for driving public vehicles. (ii) PSV Badge (Public Service Vehicle Badge) — must be held at the time of applying online. PSV Badge obtained after online application will NOT be accepted. (iii) Heavy Driving Licence must be at least 4 years old. (iv) Experience certificate of at least 4 years of driving heavy diesel vehicles (from Transport Company/Travels/Organization) after obtaining heavy licence. Break period in service will not be counted in experience. (v) Smart Card Driving Licence is mandatory — Manual/Booklet type licence will NOT be accepted. |
| Female Candidates |
(i) Heavy Vehicle Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV) issued by RTO for driving public vehicles — must be held at the time of submitting online application. (ii) PSV Badge — must be held at the time of applying online. (iii) Female candidates with heavy vehicle driving experience will be given preference. (iv) Female candidates without heavy vehicle driving experience will be given 2-month training at GSRTC’s Automatic Driving Test Centre before being appointed for bus driving. |
Important Note on Experience: Experience will be counted only from the date of issue of Heavy Vehicle Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV). Experience before this date will not be counted. For bus/travels drivers, experience is counted from the date PSV Badge was obtained. For truck drivers, experience is counted from the date TRANS (Transport licence endorsement) was obtained. 108 Ambulance driving experience will NOT be counted as heavy vehicle experience.
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Age Limit – Category Wise Details as on 05/07/2026
| Category | Maximum Age – Male | Maximum Age – Female |
| Unreserved / General (UR) | 35 Years | 40 Years |
| Reserved Categories (EWS / SEBC / SC / ST) | 40 Years | 45 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 45 Years | 45 Years |
Minimum Age: 25 years for all candidates.
Date of Birth Range (General UR): 05/07/1991 to 05/07/2001
Important Age Relaxations:
- General Female candidates get an upper age relaxation of 5 years.
- All Reserved category Male candidates get an upper age relaxation of 5 years.
- All Reserved category Female candidates get an upper age relaxation of 10 years.
- Ex-Servicemen get age relaxation equal to their period of military service plus 3 additional years, subject to a maximum of 45 years.
- Under no circumstances shall the age exceed 45 years for any category, even after all relaxations.
- Age is calculated as on the last date of online application i.e., 05/07/2026.
GSRTC Driver 2026 Pay Scale and Salary Details
| Appointment Type | Fixed Pay | Duration |
| Contract (Fixed Pay) | ₹26,000/- per month | 5 Years |
Selected candidates will be appointed in the Driver cadre on a contract basis at a fixed pay of ₹26,000/- per month for five years. No other allowances or benefits (other than those admissible as per rules) will be payable during this period. After satisfactory completion of 5 years of service, the candidate will be eligible for regular appointment in the Driver cadre at the prevailing basic pay scale operational in GSRTC at that time. During the contract period, performance will be reviewed after 2 years — continuation will depend on satisfactory performance.
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| Unreserved / General (UR) Male | ₹300/- + GST |
| All Female Candidates / SEBC / SC / ST / EWS / Ex-Servicemen / PH (Divyang) | ₹200/- + GST |
The application fee must be paid online through the official OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in. The fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances, including cancellation or modification of the recruitment. The last date to pay the fee is 07 July 2026 (up to 23:59 hours). If a candidate submits multiple application forms, only the last submitted application form will be considered — and the fee must be paid for that last application form.
GSRTC Driver Bharti 2026 Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 06 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 05 July 2026 (up to 23:59 Hours) |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 07 July 2026 (up to 23:59 Hours) |
| Written OMR Exam Date | To be notified on gsrtc.in and ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Driving Test Date | To be notified separately on gsrtc.in |
| Admit Card | Available on ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process and Weightage Details
The selection process for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 consists of the following stages:
| Stage | Details | Weightage |
| Stage 1 – Written OMR Examination | 100 marks, 100 questions, 1 hour duration. Objective type. No minimum passing marks (but candidates scoring 0 or below will not be called for Driving Test) | 40% |
| Stage 2 – Automatic Driving Test | 50 marks. Minimum 35 marks required to pass. Candidates scoring below 35 will be declared failed. | 60% |
| Total | Merit list prepared on the basis of combined weightage | 100% |
- All applicants will be called for the Written OMR Examination.
- Candidates who qualify in the Written Exam will be shortlisted for the Driving Test in a 1:2 ratio (2 candidates per vacancy, category-wise).
- Final merit list will be prepared based on combined marks (40% Written + 60% Driving Test).
- Selected candidates will be posted to any division/depot of GSRTC as per organizational requirements.
Bonus Marks for Specific Categories:
- Widow Candidates: 5% extra marks will be added to their OMR Written Exam marks and 5% extra marks to their Driving Test qualifying marks for priority in selection.
- Sports Persons: Candidates who have represented at National/International, Inter-University, or All India School Federation level in recognized sports will get 5% extra marks on their OMR Written Exam marks.
GSRTC Driver Bharti 2026 – Written OMR Exam Pattern and Syllabus
| Subject | Marks | Medium |
| General Knowledge (up to Std. 12 level) | 30 | Gujarati |
| Road Safety and Auto Mechanics | 20 | Gujarati |
| Gujarati Language and Grammar (up to Std. 12 level) | 20 | Gujarati |
| English Language and Grammar (up to Std. 12 level) | 10 | English |
| Arithmetic / Mathematics (up to Std. 10 level) | 20 | Gujarati |
| Total | 100 | – |
Important Exam Rules:
- The question paper will be entirely in Gujarati medium except for the English Grammar section.
- There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer, blank answer left unmarked, overwritten/cancelled answer, or multiple options marked.
- If a candidate does not wish to attempt a question and marks Option (E) on the OMR sheet, no negative marking will be applied for that question.
- 1 mark per question (each correct answer = 1 mark).
- Mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, earphones, buds, or any electronic devices are strictly prohibited in the exam hall.
- Candidates must use blue or black ballpoint pen only for marking answers on the OMR sheet.
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 – Driving Test Details
- The Driving Test will be conducted on an Automatic Driving Test vehicle designated by GSRTC — candidates must drive this vehicle only, no other vehicle will be provided.
- Total marks for Driving Test: 50. Minimum passing marks: 35. Candidates scoring below 35 will be declared failed.
- Candidates must appear for the Driving Test only on the date mentioned in their call letter — no request for change of date will be accepted.
- Valid original Heavy Driving Licence must be produced at the time of Driving Test. If licence is submitted for renewal, the original fee receipt must be carried.
- Height measurement will be done using GSRTC’s official calibrated height measuring machine (certified by the Weights and Measures Department) — no other height certificate will be accepted. Candidates must stand bare-headed during height measurement.
- The decision of the GSRTC officer present at the Driving Test venue will be final.
- No re-test will be given under any circumstances.
How to Apply for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 – Step-by-Step Online Application Guide
- Visit the official OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- Click on “Apply Online” and then click on the Driver post listing
- Read the complete notification and instructions carefully before filling the form
- Click on “Apply Now” to open the online application form
- Fill in your Personal Details (fields marked with red asterisk * are mandatory)
- Click on “Educational Qualification” tab and fill in your minimum educational details
- Fill in your Experience details — experience must be entered from the date of issue of HGV/HPV Licence only. Break periods will not be counted.
- Click on “Computer Knowledge” and fill in your computer knowledge qualification details
- Click on “Self Declaration” and then click “Yes” to accept the terms and conditions
- Click “Save” — your application will be saved and an Application Number will be generated. Keep this safe for all future reference.
- Click on “Upload Photograph” — upload your recent passport-size photograph (JPG format, max 10 KB, size: 5 cm height x 3.6 cm width) and signature (JPG format, max 10 KB, size: 2.5 cm height x 7.5 cm width). Only your own photograph and signature must be uploaded — otherwise the application will be cancelled.
- Click on “Confirm Application” — preview your application first using “Show Application Preview”. If corrections are needed, edit before confirming. Click “Confirm Application” to submit. A Confirmation Number will be generated — this is essential for all future steps.
- Click on “Online Payment of Fees” — pay ₹300 (UR) or ₹200 (Reserved) + GST through Online Payment Gateway
- Finally, click on “Print Application” and take a printout of the submitted application. Keep it safe for future document verification.
Important: If a candidate submits more than one application form, only the last submitted application will be considered — provided the fee is paid for that last application. Candidates must keep their mobile number active throughout the entire recruitment process. All updates will be notified only through gsrtc.in and ojas.gujarat.gov.in — candidates must check these websites regularly.
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GSRTC Driver Bharti 2026 – Documents Required at the Time of Driving Test / Document Verification
- Original Call Letter / Admit Card
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Election Card / Driving Licence / PAN Card / Aadhaar Card / Government-authorized ID Card)
- SSC (Class 10) Certificate — for Date of Birth proof (Birth Certificate / Extract from Birth Register is NOT accepted)
- Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate
- Computer Knowledge Certificate / Marksheet
- Smart Card Heavy Driving Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV) — Original, valid. Manual/Booklet type licence will NOT be accepted.
- PSV Badge — Original and valid as on the date of online application
- Experience Certificate — from Transport Company / Travels / Organization for minimum 4 years (with owner’s signature and seal — mandatory). Experience certificate must match exactly with the period declared in the online application form.
- Caste Certificate — for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS candidates from competent authority in prescribed format
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate — for SEBC candidates (dated 01/04/2024 to 05/07/2026)
- EWS Certificate — as per Government of Gujarat format, dated 06/07/2023 to 05/07/2026
- Discharge Book and ID Card — for Ex-Servicemen candidates
- Marriage Certificate / Affidavit (notarized) / Gazette — for married female candidates who have entered husband’s name instead of father’s name
- Sports Certificate — from competent authority in prescribed format (for sports persons claiming 5% extra marks)
- Widow Certificate and Death Certificate of Husband + Affidavit of non-remarriage — for Widow candidates
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) — for candidates currently in service in Gujarat Government / Semi-Government / Corporation (to be submitted at the time of Driving Test)
- Two recent passport-size photographs
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
| Action | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| GSRTC Official Website | gsrtc.in |
| OJAS Portal | ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
FAQs – GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 is an official notification released by the Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) for the recruitment of 4,599 Driver posts on a fixed-pay contract basis for five years. The fixed pay during the contract period is ₹26,000/- per month. After successful completion of 5 years of satisfactory service, selected candidates will be eligible for regular appointment in the Driver cadre at the prevailing pay scale of GSRTC. This is one of the largest Gujarat government job notifications of 2026 for candidates holding a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence, offering job security and a clear path to permanent employment.
The last date to submit the online application form for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 is 05 July 2026 (up to 23:59 hours). The online application started from 06 June 2026. The last date to pay the application fee online is 07 July 2026 (up to 23:59 hours). Candidates are strongly advised to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues on the ojas.gujarat.gov.in portal. Applications submitted after the deadline or without fee payment (for the last submitted form) will not be considered under any circumstances.
The minimum educational qualification required for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 is Class 12 Pass (10+2) from the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board or any equivalent recognized board. Candidates with a 3-year Diploma from Polytechnic after Class 10 are also considered equivalent to Class 12 for government service purposes — subject to submission of an equivalence certificate from the Education Board. Candidates who have passed the NCVT examination after completing a 2-year or longer ITI course after Class 10, and have also passed English subject from Gujarat Board or Gujarat Open School, are also treated as Class 12 equivalent. Additionally, all candidates must hold a Basic Computer Knowledge Certificate from a recognized institution.
The salary for the post of Driver under GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 is a fixed pay of ₹26,000/- per month for the initial 5-year contract period. During this contract period, no other allowances beyond those admissible as per rules will be payable. After 5 years of satisfactory service, the candidate will be elevated to regular employment in the Driver cadre at the prevailing basic pay scale of GSRTC at that time. During the contract period, performance will be reviewed at the 2-year mark — continuation of service will depend on satisfactory performance evaluation.
Male candidates must hold a Heavy Vehicle Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV) issued by the Regional Transport Office (RTO) for driving public vehicles. This licence must be at least 4 years old. Additionally, candidates must hold a valid PSV Badge (Public Service Vehicle Badge) at the time of submitting the online application — a PSV Badge obtained after the application date will NOT be accepted. A Smart Card Driving Licence is mandatory — manual/booklet type licences will not be accepted. Female candidates must also hold a valid Heavy Vehicle Licence and PSV Badge at the time of applying. Female candidates with heavy vehicle experience will be given preference.
The application fee for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 is ₹300/- plus applicable GST for General/Unreserved (UR) male candidates. For all female candidates and candidates from reserved categories including SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, and Divyang (PH), the fee is ₹200/- plus applicable GST. The fee must be paid online through the OJAS portal’s payment gateway. The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances. The last date for fee payment is 07 July 2026 (up to 23:59 hours).
The selection process for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 has two main stages. The first stage is a Written OMR Examination of 100 marks and 1-hour duration (40% weightage in final merit). All applicants will be called for this exam. Based on merit in the written exam, candidates will be shortlisted for the Driving Test in a 1:2 ratio. The second stage is an Automatic Driving Test of 50 marks, where a minimum of 35 marks is required to pass (60% weightage in final merit). The final merit list is prepared by combining both: 40% of Written Exam marks plus 60% of Driving Test marks. Height measurement also happens at the Driving Test stage — only candidates meeting the height criteria will be allowed to give the test.
The minimum age for all candidates is 25 years. For General (UR) male candidates, the maximum age is 35 years. For General female candidates, the maximum age is 40 years. For all reserved category (EWS, SEBC, SC, ST) male candidates, the maximum age is 40 years. For reserved category female candidates, the maximum is 45 years. Ex-Servicemen candidates get an upper age relaxation equal to their total military service period plus 3 additional years, subject to a maximum of 45 years. Age is calculated as on the closing date i.e., 05/07/2026. Under no circumstances can the age exceed 45 years for any candidate, regardless of category or relaxation.