Applications are open now. Online applications started on 7 October 2026 and close on 22 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM. The fee is paid before the same deadline. Do not wait for the last evening, as portals get slow near closing time.
Please note: these are contract (daily-wage) posts paid per duty, and selected candidates pay a refundable security deposit when they sign the contract. Read the pay and conditions section before you apply.
KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026 at a glance
| Organisation | KSRTC SWIFT Ltd, Kerala (Government of Kerala) |
|---|---|
| Notification number | KS-GL01/17/2026-GL-K-SWIFT, dated 7 October 2026 |
| Posts | Driver, Conductor, Driver-cum-Conductor |
| Vacancies | 1,040 |
| Qualification | 9th pass (Driver), 10th (SSLC) pass (Conductor, Driver-cum-Conductor), plus the required licence |
| Age limit | 21 to 55 years as on 22 October 2026 |
| Pay | ₹715 per 8-hour duty plus allowances (contract basis) |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Job location | Kerala |
| Last date | 22 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
Important dates
Live countdowns update automatically from today’s date.
Vacancy details
1,040 posts in KSRTC SWIFT Ltd. A category-wise or district-wise split is not given in the reported notice.
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Driver | 385 |
| Conductor | 345 |
| Driver-cum-Conductor | 310 |
| Total | 1,040 |
Eligibility: education, licence and experience
| Post | Qualification | Licence and experience |
|---|---|---|
| Driver | 9th standard pass | Valid HMV licence held for at least 7 years, including at least 3 years on HMV, with Heavy Goods and Heavy Passenger endorsements |
| Conductor | 10th (SSLC) pass | Valid Conductor licence under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Basic arithmetic, and able to read and write Malayalam and English |
| Driver-cum-Conductor | 10th (SSLC) pass | HMV and Conductor licences as required, and relevant heavy passenger vehicle experience |
The exact experience period for Driver-cum-Conductor and the physical standards (height and chest) are given in the official notification, so read it before you apply. Selected candidates must also submit a police clearance certificate.
Age limit
Age is counted as on 22 October 2026, the last date.
| Minimum age | 21 years |
|---|---|
| Maximum age | 55 years, for all posts |
| Relaxation | No age relaxation is listed in the reported notice. |
Example: a candidate born on 23 October 1971 is 54 on the cut-off date and is eligible. One born on 21 October 1970 is 56 and is not.
Pay and conditions
This is a daily-wage contract engagement, not a fixed pay scale. Kilometre, night and collection allowances and incentives are paid on top, and EPF and ESI apply. A refundable security deposit of ₹30,000 by demand draft is due when the contract is signed.
Application fee
Pay online by net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI, before 22 October 2026.
The fee is not refundable. No fee exemption is mentioned in the notice.
Selection process
Driving or written test
Driving skill test and/or written test, depending on the post.
Interview
For shortlisted candidates.
Documents
Certificates and licences are verified.
Medical fitness
Final selection is by merit.
Test dates will be notified to shortlisted candidates. The rank list stays valid for one year.
How to apply for KSRTC SWIFT recruitment 2026, step by step
- 1Open the official CMD Kerala recruitment page for KSRTC SWIFT (link below) and read the notification.
- 2Use the online application link given on that page and fill in the form.
- 3Choose the post that matches your licence and qualification.
- 4Upload your photograph and signature.
- 5Upload self-attested copies of your certificates and licences.
- 6Pay the ₹100 fee online.
- 7Submit the form before 22 October 2026, 5:00 PM and save the acknowledgement.
Keep these ready
- ✓9th or SSLC certificate
- ✓HMV licence (Driver) or Conductor licence
- ✓Proof of licence age and driving experience
- ✓Date of birth proof
- ✓Scanned photograph and signature
- ✓Online payment method for the ₹100 fee
Official links
- Official recruitment pagecmd.kerala.gov.in, with the online application link
- Official notificationPDF on cmd.kerala.gov.in
- CMD Kerala websitecmd.kerala.gov.in
Start the application from the official page above, and check that the application form opens from a link given there.
KSRTC SWIFT भर्ती 2026: मुख्य बातें
- केरल के KSRTC SWIFT में 1,040 पद: ड्राइवर 385, कंडक्टर 345 और ड्राइवर-कम-कंडक्टर 310।
- ऑनलाइन आवेदन 7 अक्टूबर 2026 से शुरू हैं और अंतिम तिथि 22 अक्टूबर 2026 (शाम 5 बजे तक) है।
- योग्यता: ड्राइवर के लिए 9वीं पास और 7 साल पुराना HMV लाइसेंस। कंडक्टर और ड्राइवर-कम-कंडक्टर के लिए 10वीं (SSLC) पास और संबंधित लाइसेंस।
- आयु सीमा: 21 से 55 वर्ष (22 अक्टूबर 2026 को)। कोई आयु छूट नहीं बताई गई है।
- वेतन: ₹715 प्रति 8 घंटे की ड्यूटी, ओवरटाइम ₹130 प्रति घंटा और भत्ते। यह संविदा (अनुबंध) की नौकरी है।
- फीस: सभी उम्मीदवारों के लिए ₹100, वापस नहीं होगी।
- चयन: ड्राइविंग टेस्ट या लिखित परीक्षा, इंटरव्यू, दस्तावेज़ जांच और मेडिकल।
- आवेदन केवल आधिकारिक cmd.kerala.gov.in पेज से करें। किसी को पैसे न दें।
Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are there in KSRTC SWIFT recruitment 2026?
1,040 vacancies: 385 Driver, 345 Conductor and 310 Driver-cum-Conductor.
What is the last date to apply?
22 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Applications are online only.
What is the qualification for KSRTC SWIFT Driver?
9th standard pass with a valid HMV licence held for at least 7 years, including at least 3 years on HMV, with Heavy Goods and Heavy Passenger endorsements.
What is the qualification for Conductor?
10th (SSLC) pass with a valid Conductor licence under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, basic arithmetic, and the ability to read and write Malayalam and English.
What is the age limit?
21 to 55 years as on 22 October 2026 for all posts. No age relaxation is listed.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 100 for all candidates, paid online. The fee is not refundable.
What is the pay?
Rs. 715 per 8-hour duty, overtime at Rs. 130 per hour, plus allowances and incentives. The engagement is daily-wage contractual, not a fixed pay scale.
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Disclaimer: ApnaJob.in is an independent information website and is not affiliated with KSRTC SWIFT Ltd or the Government of Kerala. Details are compiled from the reported notification as of 12 October 2026 and can change. Read the official notification and apply only through the official CMD Kerala page. We never ask for money to help you apply.
