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- Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) has officially announced the Driver Recruitment 2026 with 4599 openings. The detailed notification was published on 06/06/2026 at https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in and https://gsrtc.in. Candidates who meet the age criteria and hold a valid Heavy Vehicle Driving Licence with PSV Badge and minimum 4 years of experience in driving heavy vehicles including diesel buses can now submit their online applications from 06/06/2026 to 05/07/2026 (up to 23:59 hours). Direct links to download the notification and apply online are shared below.
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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.
GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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 vacancies (category-wise). The Driving Test is conducted at GSRTC’s Automatic Driving Test Centre on GSRTC’s designated vehicle. Minimum passing marks: 35 out of 50. Candidates scoring below 35 will be declared failed. No re-test will be held under any circumstances. Height measurement using GSRTC’s certified machine will be conducted before the Driving Test.
- Final Merit & Selection Weightage
- Candidates who pass the Driving Test will have their combined weightage score calculated, and the final merit list will be prepared based on 100% combined score against category-wise vacancies. Waiting list will be prepared at 20% of the notified vacancies category-wise.
- Stage 3 – Document Verification & Medical Fitness
- Selected candidates will undergo document verification of all original certificates. Appointment will be made subject to medical fitness as confirmed by the designated authority. Performance review will be conducted after 2 years of service; only those with satisfactory performance will continue for the remaining period.
How to Apply for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026
- Candidates 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.
- Documents to be Uploaded / Produced at the time of Application / Driving Test / Document Verification:
- Scanned passport-size photograph (JPG, max 10 KB, 5 cm H x 3.6 cm W).
- Scanned signature (JPG, max 10 KB, 2.5 cm H x 7.5 cm W).
- SSC (Std. 10) Board certificate as proof of date of birth (Birth certificate / extract not acceptable).
- Std. 12 Mark Sheet / Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification certificate.
- Computer Knowledge certificate / marksheet as per Gujarat Government resolution Dt. 13/08/2008.
- Valid Smart Card Driving Licence (HGV/HPV/PSV) - manual/book-type not accepted at document verification.
- PSV Badge (mandatory at the time of online application).
- Experience 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).
- Caste certificate for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS from competent authority (issued in applicant’s name along with father’s/mother’s name).
- SEBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (Parishisht-4 in Gujarati or Annexure-A in English) issued between 01/04/2024 and 05/07/2026.
- EWS Income and Asset Certificate (Annexure-KH in English or Parishisht-Ga in Gujarati) issued between 06/07/2023 and 05/07/2026.
- Discharge Book and Identity Card / Certificate for Ex-Serviceman candidates.
- Marriage Certificate / Notarized Affidavit / Gazette copy (for married female candidates who have shown husband’s name in place of father’s name).
- Sports Certificate (if claiming 5% bonus marks) - from competent authority in prescribed format.
- Widow Certificate, husband’s death certificate, and affidavit of no re-marriage (for widow candidates claiming 5% bonus marks).
- NOC from Head of Office/Department (for candidates in government/semi-government service) - to be produced at Driving Test time.
- Candidates 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.
- Apply Online at: https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- For 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.
Important Instructions for GSRTC Driver Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Online applications are open from 06/06/2026 to 05/07/2026 up to 23:59 hours. Fee can be paid till 07/07/2026 up to 23:59 hours.
- If more than one application is submitted, only the last application will be considered and all earlier ones will be automatically cancelled.
- Applications once confirmed cannot be modified; candidates must verify all details using “Show Application Preview” before clicking “Confirm Application”.
- Selected candidates will be appointed to any division / depot as per GSRTC’s requirement anywhere in Gujarat.
- Appointment is on fixed pay contract for 5 years; regular appointment will be considered only on satisfactory completion of 5 years of service.
- Performance will be reviewed at the end of 2 years; only candidates with satisfactory performance will continue.
- Mobile phones, calculators, smart watches, earphones, Bluetooth devices, and all electronic gadgets are strictly banned at the examination hall and Driving Test venue.
- Candidates must use only blue or black ballpoint pen to mark answers in the OMR answer sheet.
- Making any identification marks on the OMR answer sheet will lead to disqualification.
- GSRTC reserves the right to cancel or modify this advertisement at any time without giving any reasons. Fee paid will not be refunded in such cases.
- RTI applications related to this recruitment will not be entertained until the entire recruitment process is completed.
- Judicial jurisdiction for this advertisement will be Ahmedabad.
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Q1. 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.
Q3. 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.
Q4. 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.
Q5. 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.
Q6. 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.
Q7. 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.
Q8. 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.
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