KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026: 1040 Driver, Conductor & Driver-cum-Conductor Posts – Apply Online @ cmd.kerala.gov.in

Notice information

• Official Notification PDF ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

• The daily wage of Rs. 715 for an 8-hour duty (including sign-in and sign-off) is fixed under Government Order G.O.(Rt) 81/2019/Fin dated 9 July 2019. One duty per day with one weekly off. Allowances include kilometre allowance, night allowance, collection batta, and incentive batta under SWIFT's revenue-based incentive scheme. EPF and ESI are applicable.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Applications are scrutinised and a shortlist is prepared. Shortlisted candidates appear before a selection committee as per the following post-wise process:
• A rank list of successful candidates is published and temporary appointments are made in rank order as vacancies arise. The rank list is valid for one year from the date it comes into force. Selected candidates sign a contract with KSRTC SWIFT, submit the security deposit, undergo training, and serve the two-year bond. KSRTC employees with 5 or more years' experience are given preference. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in tests or interview.

How to Apply for KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026

• Visit the Centre for Management Development (CMD) portal at cmd.kerala.gov.in and open the KSRTC SWIFT Driver / Conductor / Driver-cum-Conductor application link.
• Fill in the online application form and upload self-attested copies of all certificates proving educational qualification, experience, age, and a passport-size photograph.
• Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 online.
• Submit the application on or before 22 October 2026, 5:00 PM. Applications received by any other mode (post, email, in person) are not accepted under any circumstances.

• cmd.kerala.gov.in ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Matriculation (9th/10th) Certificate or equivalent from a recognised board for proof of qualification and date of birth.
• Valid HMV Driving Licence with Heavy Goods and Heavy Passenger endorsements (Driver & Driver-cum-Conductor posts). Drivers must verify that the 7-year and 3-year licence conditions are met by 22 October 2026.
• Valid Conductor Licence under the Motor Vehicles Act 1988 (Conductor post).
• Motor Transport Workers Welfare Fund contribution copy or Government institution experience certificates (Driver-cum-Conductor post).
• Ophthalmologist certificate from a Government service doctor certifying 6/6 distant and 0.5 Snellen near vision in each eye.
• Medical fitness certificate from a doctor not below the rank of Civil Surgeon for duties up to 10 hours.
• Self-attested copies of all educational, experience, and age proof certificates.
• Two recent passport-size photographs and valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).
• Police Clearance Certificate from the police station of residence (within 10 days of selection).
• Demand Draft for Rs. 30,000 in favour of "Chairman and Managing Director, KSRTC-SWIFT" — submit at the time of contract signing if selected.