KSRTC SWIFT Recruitment 2026 – Women Driver-cum-Conductor Vacancy (Apply Online)
The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation – SWIFT Ltd. (KSRTC-SWIFT) has released an official notification for the Women Driver-cum-Conductor Recruitment 2026, inviting eligible female candidates to apply online. This recruitment drive aims to strengthen the workforce of premium long-distance SWIFT buses operating across Kerala.
📌 Recruitment Summary
Organisation: Kerala State Road Transport Corporation – SWIFT Ltd. (Government of Kerala)
Post: Women Driver-cum-Conductor
Mode: Online Application
Application Start Date: 08 January 2026
Last Date: 21 January 2026, 05:00 PM
Official Notification No.: No. KS-GL03/1/2026-GL-K-SWIFT
📍 What Is KSRTC-SWIFT?
KSRTC-SWIFT (K-SWIFT) is a special long-distance bus service division created by the Government of Kerala to improve inter-district and interstate bus travel services while making operations more efficient. �
🍎 Eligibility Criteria
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must have passed Class 10th (SSLC) or equivalent from a recognized Board. �
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🚗 Driving Licence Requirements
Must possess a valid driving licence (LMV – Light Motor Vehicle) at the time of application.
Selected candidates with LMV licence must obtain an HPV (Heavy Passenger Vehicle) licence within the prescribed period after appointment.
📅 Age Limit
Minimum: 20 years
Maximum: 30 years for LMV licence holders
Maximum: 45 years for HPV licence holders
💰 Salary & Allowances
Selected candidates will receive:
✅ Daily wage: ₹715 per duty (8-hour shift) �
✅ Overtime: ₹130 per hour for extra work �
✅ Other allowances such as kilometre allowance, night duty allowance, incentive bonus, etc., can apply based on duty performance and operational rules.
🪪 Security Deposit / Registration Fee
✔️ Security Deposit: ₹30,000 (to be paid by selected candidates, refundable subject to service completion terms)
✔️ Registration fee: As specified in the official notification (if applicable).
👉 Current KSRTC employees are usually exempted from the security deposit.
📋 Selection Process
The official recruitment procedure generally includes the following stages:
Scrutiny of applications and eligibility check
Written examination / qualification review
Practical driving test
Interview / Rank-list preparation
👉 The rank list prepared by the Centre for Management Development (CMD) will be valid for the period specified in the official notification, and candidates may be appointed based on vacancies from this list. �
📝 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Visit the official recruitment portal at cmd.kerala.gov.in.
Look for the link: “Recruitment for Selection to the Post of Women Driver-cum-Conductor in KSRTC-SWIFT Ltd.” and click View Notification/Apply Online.
Carefully read the full official notification before filling the form.
Fill in your personal, educational, and driving licence details as requested.
Upload required documents (educational certificate, licence, photo, signature, etc.) in the correct format.
Pay any applicable registration fee (if required).
Submit the application and keep a copy of the application/acknowledgement for future reference.
📌 Important Links
🔗 Official CMD Recruitment Page: cmd.kerala.gov.in/recruitment
🔗 Official Notification (PDF): Available via the CMD recruitment announcement section
🔗 KSRTC-SWIFT Website (for general contact & updates): ksrtcswift.kerala.gov.in
🗓 Important Dates You Should Know
Event Date
Notification Release :07 January 2026
Application Start :08 January 2026
Last Date to Apply :21 January 2026 (05:00 PM)
📣 Final Notes
This opportunity is specifically for women candidates and offers an inclusive entry into the public transport sector with daily wage incentives and allowances. Early application is encouraged as per the official schedule.
cmd.kerala.gov.in