GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026: Apply for 4318 Posts

Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) has announced a significant recruitment drive for the year 2026, inviting applications for 4318 Conductor posts. This is an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates seeking a stable career in government service within Gujarat. The recruitment is on a contract basis with a fixed pay for 5 years, with the possibility of regularization upon satisfactory performance.

GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 Overview

GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

A total of 4318 Conductor posts have been announced. Vacancies are distributed across unreserved and reserved categories including EWS, SEBC, SC, ST, Ex-Servicemen and Divyang (PwD) as per roster policy. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease; GSRTC reserves the right to make changes. Category-wise breakup is as follows:

• Unreserved (General) Male: 768
• Unreserved (General) Female: 308
• EWS Male: 151
• EWS Female: 565
• SEBC Male: 278
• SEBC Female: 147
• SC Male: 314
• SC Female: 154
• ST Male: 154
• ST Female: 431
• Ex-Servicemen: 90
• Divyang (PwD): Reserved vacancies detailed below.

Divyang (PwD) Reserved Vacancies Breakup (out of 90):

GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the last date of application i.e., 05-07-2026. All original certificates of educational qualification, age, caste, experience, and other qualifications must be in possession at the time of application.

• Minimum Educational Qualification: Class 12 Pass (10+2) from Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board or any equivalent recognized board. Diploma (10+3 or more years after Class 10) or ITI (2-year or more NCVT-passed course after Class 10 + English subject passed) or 3-year Polytechnic Diploma after Class 10 are also accepted as equivalent.
• Conductor Licence & Badge: Valid Conductor Licence issued by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) AND Badge must be held at the time of online application.
• Computer Knowledge: Must possess a Basic Computer Knowledge certificate/marksheet as per Gujarat Government GAD Resolution No. CRR-10-2007-120320-G-5 dated 13/08/2008, OR any Diploma/Degree/Certificate course in Computer from a recognized University/Institution, OR Class 10/12 passed with Computer as a subject.
• Vision: Clear (normal) vision required.
• Nationality: Indian citizen; OR subject of Nepal/Bhutan; OR Tibetan refugee; OR person of Indian origin who migrated for permanent settlement in India.

GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

Minimum age: 18 years. Age is calculated as on the last date of application (05-07-2026). Under no circumstances shall the maximum age (with all relaxations) exceed 45 years for any category.

Age Relaxation Details: General Female candidates get 5 years additional relaxation. All reserved category Male candidates get 5 years relaxation. All reserved category Female candidates get 10 years relaxation. General Divyang Male candidates get 10 years relaxation. General Divyang Female candidates get 15 years relaxation. Reserved Divyang Male candidates get 15 years relaxation. Reserved Divyang Female candidates get 20 years relaxation. Ex-Servicemen are entitled to relaxation equal to the period of military service rendered plus 3 additional years (maximum up to 45 years). Maximum age with all relaxations must not exceed 45 years under any circumstances.

GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

Fee must be paid online via https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in. Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.

GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

Selection will be based on merit in the OMR-based Competitive Written Examination. All applicants will be called for the 100-mark OMR Written Examination. Based on merit, candidates will be shortlisted at a ratio of 1.5 candidates per vacancy for Document Verification. A Provisional Selection List and Waiting List will be prepared after document verification.

• Stage 1 – OMR Written Examination: 100 marks / 100 questions / 1 hour. No minimum qualifying marks, but candidates scoring 0 or negative marks will not be eligible for document verification.
• Stage 2 – Document Verification: Candidates shortlisted at a 1:1.5 ratio per vacancy based on written exam merit will be called.
• Special Weightage: Widow candidates get 5% additional marks. Sports persons (who have represented at National/International, Inter-University, or AISS level) also get 5% additional marks on OMR score.
• Performance Review: Appointed candidates on contract will have their performance reviewed after 2 years. After successful completion of 5 years, candidates become eligible for regular appointment.

GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 – Exam Pattern & Syllabus

The OMR-based Competitive Written Examination will have the following pattern:

• Question Paper Standard: Class 12 (Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board).
• Medium of Examination: Gujarati for all subjects except English Grammar.
• Marking Scheme: 1 mark per question; 100 questions; 1 hour duration.
• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer, blank/unattempted, overwritten, or multiple-option responses. No negative marking if option (E) is marked for 'do not wish to answer'.

How to Apply for GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026

Candidates must apply online only through https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in. No other mode of application will be accepted. Ensure to upload your own photograph and signature as per specifications.

Step-by-Step Application Process:

1. Visit https://ojas.gujarat.gov.in → Click "Apply Online" → Click on "Conductor" post.
2. Click "Apply Now" → Fill Personal Details (mandatory fields marked with *).
3. Fill Educational Qualification and Computer Knowledge details.
4. Click "Self Declaration" → Accept terms by clicking "Yes" → Click "Save".
5. Upload Photo (JPG, max 10 KB; 5 cm height x 3.6 cm width) and Signature (JPG, max 10 KB; 2.5 cm height x 7.5 cm width).
6. Click "Confirm Application" → Review → Edit if required → Click "Confirm Application" to finalize. Note the Confirmation Number.
7. Click "Online Payment of Fees" → Enter Confirmation Number and Date of Birth → Pay fee.
8. Click "Print Application" → Enter Confirmation Number and Date of Birth → Print and save for records.

Documents to Upload / Produce (at various stages):

• Recent passport-size photo and signature (as per specifications).
• Valid photo ID proof (Election Card / Driving Licence / PAN Card / Aadhaar Card / Government-issued ID Card).
• Original Hall Ticket.
• Class 12 marksheet and pass certificate.
• Date of birth proof (SSC / Class 10 Board Certificate or School Leaving Certificate).
• Valid Conductor Licence and Badge issued by Regional Transport Authority.
• Computer knowledge certificate/marksheet.
• Caste certificate from competent authority (for SC/ST/SEBC/EWS candidates).
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for SEBC candidates - dated between 01/04/2024 and 05/07/2026).
• EWS Income and Asset Certificate (dated between 06/07/2023 and 05/07/2026).
• Divyang (PwD) certificate in prescribed format.
• Discharge Book and Identity Card (for Ex-Servicemen).
• Marriage Certificate / Notarized Affidavit / Gazette (if applicable for married females).
• NOC from current employer (if applicable).
• Widow certificate, husband's death certificate, and affidavit of non-remarriage (if applicable).