Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) has released the official GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. GSRTC/2026-27/32) on 6 June 2026 for 4,318 Conductor posts on a fixed-pay contractual basis. This is one of the largest Gujarat government job notifications of 2026.
Selected candidates will be appointed on a 5-year fixed-pay contract at ₹26,000/- per month. After successful completion of 5 years of satisfactory service, candidates become eligible for regular appointment at the applicable basic pay scale.
The online application window is open from 6 June 2026 to 5 July 2026 (23:59 hrs) on the Gujarat government’s OJAS portal at ojas.gujarat.gov.in. Fee payment can be made up to 7 July 2026 (23:59 hrs). Minimum qualification is Class 12 Pass along with a valid Conductor Licence and Badge issued by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA).
Overview Table
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) |
| Advertisement No. | GSRTC/2026-27/32 |
| Notification Date | 6 June 2026 |
| Post | Conductor (કુંડક્ટર) |
| Total Vacancies | 4,318 |
| Pay | ₹26,000/- per month (Fixed Pay — 5-year contract) |
| Application Mode | Online — ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
| Application Start Date | 6 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 July 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 7 July 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Age Crucial Date | 05 July 2026 |
| Minimum Qualification | Class 12 Pass + Valid Conductor Licence & Badge |
| Official Website | gsrtc.in / ojas.gujarat.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 6 June 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 6 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 5 July 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 7 July 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Age Crucial Date | 05 July 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified on gsrtc.in |
Vacancies — Category-wise
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 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 | 431 |
| ST — Female | 154 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 90 |
| Total | 4,318 |
Note: GSRTC reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies. Category-wise reservation percentages may be adjusted as per roster rules.
Pay and Service Conditions
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Fixed Pay (Contract Period) | ₹26,000/- per month for 5 years |
| Contract Type | Direct recruitment on fixed-pay contractual basis |
| Allowances | Only allowances as admissible under rules; no other benefits during contract period |
| Regular Appointment | On satisfactory completion of 5 years of service, candidate becomes eligible for regular appointment at the applicable basic pay scale |
| Performance Review | Conducted after 2 years of service; continuation subject to satisfactory performance |
| Posting | Any Division/Depot as per GSRTC requirement |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Qualification | Status |
|---|---|
| Class 12 Pass (10+2) from GSEB or equivalent recognized board | Accepted |
| Diploma (10+3 or more years after Class 10) | Treated as equivalent to Class 12 for government service |
| ITI (2-year or more NCVT-passed course after Class 10) + English subject passed from GSEB or Gujarat Open School | Treated as equivalent to Class 12 |
| 3-year Polytechnic Diploma after Class 10 | Treated as equivalent to Class 12 |
Important: All educational qualifications, certificates, and marksheets must be dated on or before the last date of application (5 July 2026). Post-dated certificates will not be accepted and the application will be rejected.
Computer Knowledge
Candidates must hold one of the following:
- Basic Computer Knowledge certificate/marksheet from a recognized training institute as per Gujarat Government GAD Resolution dated 13/08/2008
- Diploma/Degree/Certificate course in Computer from a recognized University or Institution
- Class 10 or Class 12 passed with Computer as a subject
The Computer certificate must be dated before the last date of application (5 July 2026).
Conductor Licence and Badge
Candidates must hold a valid Conductor Licence issued by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) along with a valid Badge at the time of online application. If the Conductor Licence and/or Badge is not valid on the date of application, the application will be rejected outright.
Age Limit
Age calculated as on 05 July 2026. Date of birth range for unreserved candidates: 05/07/1991 to 05/07/2008.
| Category | Male (Maximum Age) | Female (Maximum Age) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | 35 years | 40 years |
| Reserved (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) | 40 years | 45 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 45 years | 45 years |
| PwD (Divyang) — Unreserved/Reserved | 45 years | 45 years |
Age Relaxation Details:
- General Female candidates: 5 years relaxation in upper age limit
- All reserved category Male candidates (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS): 5 years relaxation
- All reserved category Female candidates: 10 years relaxation
- General PwD Male: 10 years relaxation; General PwD Female: 15 years relaxation
- Reserved PwD Male: 15 years relaxation; Reserved PwD Female: 20 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation equal to military service period + 3 years (maximum age cap: 45 years for all categories)
Note: Under no circumstances shall the maximum age of any candidate exceed 45 years after all relaxations.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | ₹300/- + GST |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS / PwD / Ex-Servicemen / All Female candidates | ₹200/- + GST |
Payment Mode: Online only via OJAS portal (ojas.gujarat.gov.in). Fee is non-refundable. If a candidate submits more than one application, only the last submitted application with a paid fee will be considered. Earlier applications will be automatically cancelled.
Exam Pattern — OMR Written Examination
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge / History of Gujarat / Geography / Current Events of Gujarat (Class 12 level) | 20 |
| Road Safety | 10 |
| Gujarati Grammar (Class 12 level) | 10 |
| English Grammar (Class 12 level) | 10 |
| Quantitative Aptitude and Test of Reasoning (Class 12 level) | 10 |
| GSRTC-related information / Ticket and Luggage fare calculation | 10 |
| Motor Vehicle Act basics / First Aid / Conductor duties | 10 |
| Basic Computer Knowledge | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Key Exam Rules:
- Total: 100 questions, 100 marks, 1 hour duration
- Medium: Gujarati (except English Grammar section, which is in English)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer, blank answer, overwriting, or multiple options marked
- Exception: If a candidate marks Option (E) indicating they do not wish to answer, no negative marks apply
- No minimum passing marks — but candidates scoring 0 or below are not eligible for document verification
- All candidates who submit valid applications will be called for the OMR exam
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — OMR Written Examination | 100-mark competitive OMR-based written test. All applicants called. |
| Stage 2 — Merit List Preparation | Merit list prepared based on OMR marks considering category-wise vacancies. |
| Stage 3 — Document Verification | Top 1.5 times the number of vacancies (per category) called for document verification. |
| Stage 4 — Provisional Selection List | Provisional selection list and waiting list prepared from document-verified candidates. |
Special Weightage (added to OMR marks):
- Widow candidates: 5% bonus marks added to OMR score at all stages (must not have remarried)
- Sports persons (National/Inter-University/AISS level): 5% bonus marks added to OMR score
How to Apply — Step by Step
- Visit
ojas.gujarat.gov.in - Click on “Apply Online”
- Select the Conductor (GSRTC) post
- Click “Apply Now” — the application format will open
- Fill in all personal details (fields marked with * are mandatory)
- Fill educational qualification details
- Fill Computer Knowledge details
- Accept the self-declaration and click “Yes”
- Click “Save” — your application is saved online
- Upload Photo (JPG, max 10 KB, 5 cm × 3.6 cm) and Signature (JPG, max 10 KB, 2.5 cm × 7.5 cm) using your Application Number and date of birth
- Click “Confirm Application” — this generates your Confirmation Number (save it; required for all future steps)
- Click “Online Payment of Fees” and pay using the Online Payment Gateway
- Take a printout of the application and keep it safe
Important: Confirming the application is mandatory. Merely saving is not sufficient. Keep your mobile number active throughout the recruitment process — GSRTC will use it for all communications.
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FAQ – GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026? The last date to submit the online application for GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026 is 5 July 2026 (23:59 hrs) at ojas.gujarat.gov.in. The fee payment deadline is 7 July 2026 (23:59 hrs). Applications without fee payment will not be considered. Candidates should not wait for the last date as the portal may be heavily loaded.
Q2. What is the total number of vacancies in GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026? GSRTC has announced a total of 4,318 Conductor vacancies under Advertisement No. GSRTC/2026-27/32. Category-wise, vacancies are divided across Unreserved (1,076), EWS (716), SEBC (425), SC (468), ST (585), Ex-Servicemen (90), and PwD (horizontal reservation — 90 posts at 1% each across 4 disability categories).
Q3. Is a Conductor Licence mandatory for GSRTC Conductor 2026? Yes. A valid Conductor Licence issued by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) along with a valid Badge is mandatory at the time of online application. If either the Conductor Licence or the Badge is not valid on the date of application, the application will be rejected outright — no exceptions. Candidates must ensure both are valid before applying.
Q4. What is the salary for GSRTC Conductor 2026? Selected candidates will be appointed on a 5-year fixed-pay contractual basis at ₹26,000/- per month. No other allowances or benefits are paid during the contract period beyond what is admissible under rules. After 5 years of satisfactory service, candidates become eligible for regular appointment at the applicable basic pay scale of the Conductor post.
Q5. What is the age limit for GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026? Age is calculated as on 05 July 2026. For Unreserved Male candidates, the maximum age is 35 years; for Unreserved Female candidates it is 40 years. Reserved category male candidates get up to 40 years and reserved category female candidates up to 45 years. Ex-Servicemen and PwD candidates have a maximum age of 45 years regardless of category. Under no circumstances can the age exceed 45 years after all relaxations.
Q6. What is the application fee for GSRTC Conductor 2026? The fee is ₹300 + GST for Unreserved (General) candidates and ₹200 + GST for all other categories — including SC, ST, SEBC, EWS, PwD, Ex-Servicemen, and all Female candidates of any category. Fee must be paid online through the OJAS portal and is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Q7. What is the exam pattern for GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026? The exam is an OMR-based written test of 100 marks in 1 hour. The question paper is in Gujarati medium (English Grammar section is in English). There are 8 subjects including GK/Gujarat History, Road Safety, Gujarati Grammar, English Grammar, Quantitative Aptitude, GSRTC-related fare calculation, Motor Vehicle Act/First Aid/Conductor duties, and Basic Computer Knowledge. Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies for wrong, blank, or overwritten answers.
Q8. Is there any special weightage for Widow or Sports candidates in GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026? Yes. Widow candidates who have not remarried get a bonus of 5% of their OMR marks added at every stage of selection. Sports persons who have represented at National, Inter-University, or AISS level in recognized sports also get 5% bonus marks added to their OMR score. Both categories must produce valid supporting certificates during document verification.
Q9. Can candidates from reserved categories apply for unreserved posts in GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026? Yes. Reserved category candidates can apply for Unreserved (General) posts, but the selection standards applicable to Unreserved candidates will apply to them. Reservation benefits — including age relaxation and reserved vacancies — are available only to original residents of Gujarat belonging to SC/ST/SEBC/EWS categories.
Q10. What happens if a candidate submits multiple applications for GSRTC Conductor Recruitment 2026? If a candidate submits more than one application, only the last submitted application with a paid fee will be considered. All earlier applications are automatically cancelled regardless of fee payment status. Candidates cannot raise any objection regarding cancellation of earlier applications. Therefore, candidates must carefully fill and confirm only one final application.
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