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KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026 — 1040 Driver, Conductor Posts, Apply by 22 Oct

Oct 11, 2026 00:04 Written by Newisty Editorial Team Indian Exam

Job Summary:
• Who: KSRTC SWIFT (K-SWIFT), Government of Kerala
• What: Driver, Conductor, Driver-cum-Conductor — 1,040 total vacancies
• When: 7 October – 22 October 2026
• Where: Kerala
• Apply: Online
• Useful tool: Kerala PSC Photo Resizer to prepare your application photo

Key Dates — KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026

Notification Date	7 October 2026
Application Start Date	7 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	22 October 2026, 5:00 PM
Mode of Application	Online only at cmd.kerala.gov.in
Application Fee	Rs. 100 (online)
Selection Mode	Driving skill test / Written test + Interview

Application Fees — KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026

Application Fee	Rs. 100 (payable online)
Security Deposit	Rs. 30,000 (refundable, by demand draft)

Age Limit — KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026

Minimum Age	21 years
Maximum Age	55 years
Age as on	Last date of application (22 October 2026)
Age Relaxation	Not specified in notification

Vacancy Details & Eligibility — KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026

Post	Vacancies	Education
Driver	385	9th class pass from a recognised board	Valid HMV licence with Heavy Goods and Heavy Passenger endorsements. Must hold licence for at least 7 years (3 years as HMV). Ex-servicemen exempt from this condition.
Conductor	345	10th class pass from a recognised board	Valid conductor licence under MV Act 1988. Can be produced within 1 month of appointment if not held at selection time.
Driver-cum-Conductor	310	10th class pass	Valid heavy driving licence under MV Act 1988. Conductor licence to be obtained after selection within fixed time. Minimum 5 years experience driving heavy passenger vehicles (30+ seats).
Total	1,040	—	—

Physical Standards — KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026

All candidates must meet the following physical requirements:

Height	158 cm minimum
Chest	76 cm (normal, no expansion mentioned)
Distant Vision (Drivers & DCC)	6/6 Snellen in each eye
Near Vision (Drivers & DCC)	0.5 Snellen in each eye
Colour Vision	Full vision required. Colour blindness is disqualifying.

You must also produce a fitness certificate from a doctor not below the rank of Civil Surgeon and an ophthalmologist at the time of appointment.

Salary & Benefits — KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026

This is a temporary daily-wage engagement on contract basis. Selected candidates receive:

Wage: Rs. 715 per 8-hour duty
Overtime: Rs. 130 per hour
Allowances: Kilometre, night, collection allowances, and incentive
EPF & ESI benefits

Important: These are temporary contract posts. There is no claim to permanent appointment. Selected candidates must deposit Rs. 30,000 as refundable security and complete a two-year service bond after training.

Selection Process — KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026

Driver	Driving skill test + Interview
Conductor	Written test + Interview
Driver-cum-Conductor	Written test + Driving skill test + Interview

The rank list prepared will be valid for one year from the date it comes into force. Selections are on rotation basis.

How to Apply — KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026

Follow these simple steps to submit your application online:

Visit the official portal at cmd.kerala.gov.in.
Click on the KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026 link to register as a new user.
Fill in all personal, educational, and contact details carefully.
Upload your photo and signature. Use our Kerala PSC Signature Resizer tool to ensure correct file size.
Choose your preferred post (Driver / Conductor / Driver-cum-Conductor).
Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 online.
Preview and submit your application before 22 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Links — KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026

• Apply Online: cmd.kerala.gov.in
• Official Notification: Download PDF
• Official Website: cmd.kerala.gov.in

Who Can Apply — Additional Requirements

Besides education and age, you must also meet these conditions:

Language: Conductors and Driver-cum-Conductors must be able to read and write Malayalam and English, and know basic arithmetic.
Police Clearance: Selected candidates must produce a Police Clearance Certificate from their resident police station within 10 days of selection.
Experience Proof (Driver-cum-Conductor): Provide a copy of Motor Transport Workers Welfare Fund contribution or experience certificates from Government institutions proving 5 years of heavy passenger vehicle driving experience.
Desirable Skills: Knowledge of vehicle operation and ability to identify and fix minor faults is preferred for Driver and Driver-cum-Conductor posts.

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