KSRTC SWIFT Driver cum Conductor Recruitment 2026
By
AZResults Editorial Team
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Applications are invited from qualified candidates for Driver positions under the KSRTC SWIFT (Kerala State Road Transport Corporation) scheme, dated 15 July 2026. Candidates must hold a valid Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) licence under the Motor Vehicles Act 1988 and meet the specified eligibility criteria. A security deposit of Rs 30,000 is required at the time of joining, which will be retained as a performance guarantee throughout the service period.
Important Dates
| Application Deadline | 03-08-2026 at 5:00 PM |
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| Online Portal | www.cmd.kerala.gov.in |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 25 years |
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| Maximum Age | 55 years |
| As on | Last date of application |
Eligibility
| Licence Requirement | Valid HGV licence under Motor Vehicles Act 1988 |
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| Education | 10th pass from recognized board or institution |
| Experience | Minimum 5 years driving experience in vehicles with 30+ seats |
| Physical Fitness | Fit to work 10 hours daily; medical certificate required |
| Language | Knowledge of Malayalam and English (reading and writing) |
Application Fee
| Fee Amount | Rs 30,000 |
|---|---|
| Payment Mode | Demand Draft or Bank Transfer |
| Note | Fee must be submitted along with application; non-refundable |
How to Apply
- Visit www.cmd.kerala.gov.in
- Register and create login credentials
- Fill application form with personal and professional details
- Upload self-attested copies of certificates (10th pass, HGV licence, experience proof)
- Upload recent passport-size photograph
- Submit demand draft details or bank transfer proof for Rs 30,000
- Review all details carefully before final submission
- No corrections or withdrawals allowed after submission
Service Terms
| Security Deposit | Rs 30,000 (retained as performance guarantee) |
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| Service Period | Minimum 2 years (240 days per year) mandatory |
| Refund | Deposit returned only if no financial loss or disciplinary action |
| Duty Pattern | As per Motor Transport Workers Act 1961 and Rules 1962 |
| Daily Wage | Rs 715 for 8-hour shift; Rs 130 per hour for overtime |
| Benefits | Entitled to KSRTC benefits as per service rules |
Important Instructions
- Submit applications online only; no offline applications accepted
- Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) required within 10 days of selection
- Selected candidates must join KSRTC SWIFT as designated
- No exemption from service conditions; all rules apply uniformly
- Candidates must carry original documents and four self-attested photocopies at verification
Frequently Asked Questions
Which organisation is conducting this?
Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC)
What are the important dates?
Application Deadline: 03-08-2026 at 5:00 PM. Online Portal: www.cmd.kerala.gov.in.
What is the age limit?
Minimum Age: 25 years. Maximum Age: 55 years. As on: Last date of application.
Who is eligible to apply?
Licence Requirement: Valid HGV licence under Motor Vehicles Act 1988. Education: 10th pass from recognized board or institution. Experience: Minimum 5 years driving experience in vehicles with 30+ seats. Physical Fitness: Fit to work 10 hours daily; medical certificate required. Language: Knowledge of Malayalam and English (reading and writing).
What is the application fee?
Fee Amount: Rs 30,000. Payment Mode: Demand Draft or Bank Transfer. Note: Fee must be submitted along with application; non-refundable.