The GSRTC Helper Recruitment 2026 has opened a major opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates seeking a government-sector technical job in Gujarat.
The Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) is inviting online applications for 2,510 Helper posts under its direct recruitment drive on a fixed-pay basis. Eligible candidates can submit their applications from 7 September to 6 October 2026, while the fee payment facility remains available up to 8 October 2026.
The selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly salary of ₹21,100 for the first five years, followed by eligibility for regular appointment subject to the applicable service conditions.
The recruitment is particularly important for candidates holding ITI qualifications in trades such as Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Diesel Mechanic, Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Turner and other specified technical trades.
The selection process includes a 100-mark written examination, with the final merit also giving weightage to a qualifying apprenticeship certificate in the same trade.
Candidates should check the eligibility requirements, vacancy distribution, exam pattern, application fee and document requirements carefully before submitting the GSRTC Helper online application. GSRTC maintains its official recruitment-related information through its website, while Gujarat’s OJAS portal is used for online applications.
GSRTC Helper Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Official Notification Out — 2510 Helper Posts (Fixed Pay) | Apply Online 07 September – 06 October 2026
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| Particulars | Details |
| Organization Name | Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC), Ranip, Ahmedabad |
| Post Name | Helper (Direct Recruitment, Fixed Pay Basis) |
| Total Vacancies | 2510 Posts |
| Fixed Salary (5 Years) | ₹21,100/- Per Month |
| Application Mode | Online Mode Only |
| Job Location | Any Depot / Division across Gujarat (as per Corporation’s requirement) |
| Official Website | ojas.gujarat.gov.in / gsrtc.in |
GSRTC Helper Recruitment 2026 – Latest Update
Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC) has released the official notification to fill 2510 Helper posts on a direct recruitment, fixed-pay basis. This is a great opportunity for ITI-qualified candidates who want a stable government job in one of India’s largest state transport corporations. Online applications have started from 07 September 2026. Note that GSRTC had earlier run a separate Special Recruitment Drive for 297 Helper posts reserved for Divyang (PwBD) candidates earlier in 2026 — this new notification of 2510 posts is a fresh, regular recruitment cycle covering all categories.
Important Dates 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 07 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 06 October 2026 (23:59 Hours)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 08 October 2026 (23:59 Hours)
- Written Exam Date: To Be Announced on gsrtc.in
- Merit List / Document Verification Call: To Be Announced After Exam Result
Category-Wise Vacancy Details (2510 Posts)
| Category | General | Female |
| Unreserved (General) | 673 | 330 |
| EWS | 175 | 86 |
| SEBC | 442 | 217 |
| SC | 114 | 56 |
| ST | 280 | 137 |
| Total | 2510 | |
Additionally, 502 posts within the total are reserved for Ex-Servicemen and 52 posts for Divyang (PwBD) candidates across categories.
Note: The Corporation reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies. Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF for the final numbers before applying.
Age Limit (As on Last Date of Application)
| Category | Male (Max. Age) | Female (Max. Age) |
| Unreserved | 35 Years | 40 Years |
| Reserved Categories | 40 Years | 45 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 45 Years | 45 Years |
| Divyang (PwBD) | 45 Years | 45 Years |
Minimum Age: 18 Years | Birth Date Range: 06.10.1991 to 06.10.2008 | In no case can the age with all relaxations exceed 45 years.
Educational Qualification
Minimum Qualification: A one-year (or longer) government-recognized ITI course passed in any one of these trades — Mechanic Motor Vehicle, Mechanic Diesel, General Mechanic, Fitter, Turner, Electrician, Sheet Metal Worker, Automobile Body Repairer, Welder, Welder cum Fabricator, Machinist, Carpenter, Painter General, or Automobile Paint Repairer.
Additional Qualification for Preference (Extra Weightage): Candidates who completed an NCVT-recognized Apprenticeship in the same trade as their ITI course, with a valid National Apprenticeship Certificate and marksheet, will get extra preference in merit. (For example, an Electrician trade ITI holder gets preference only if the apprenticeship was also completed in the Electrician trade — not in a different trade like Lineman/Wireman.)
Computer Knowledge: A basic computer knowledge certificate as per Gujarat Government norms (GAD Resolution dated 13.08.2008) is required, OR a recognized diploma/degree/certificate course in computers, OR Class 10/12 passed with Computer as a subject.
Selection Process & Weightage
- Eligible candidates will be called for a 100-mark MCQ-based written exam (OMR or CBRT mode, as decided by GSRTC)
- Final merit is prepared using combined weightage: 90% weightage from marks scored in the written exam + 10% weightage from the Apprenticeship certificate (in the same trade)
- Based on merit, candidates will be called for Document Verification in a ratio of about 1:1.5 against the number of vacancies
- A provisional selection list and waiting list will be prepared after document verification
| Component | Weightage |
| Written Exam (100 Marks MCQ) | 90% |
| Apprenticeship Certificate | 10% |
| Total | 100% |
GSRTC Helper Exam Pattern 2026
| Subject | Marks |
| General Knowledge / History of Gujarat / Geography / Current Affairs of Gujarat (Class 10 level) | 30 Marks |
| Gujarati Grammar (Class 10 level) | 05 Marks |
| English Grammar (Class 10 level) | 05 Marks |
| Trade-Related Technical Questions (Your ITI Subject) | 50 Marks |
| Basic Computer Knowledge | 10 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks (Duration: 2 Hours) |
Note: Detailed syllabus and exam-mode instructions will be published separately on gsrtc.in closer to the exam date.
Application Fee
| Unreserved (General) Candidates | ₹300/- + GST |
| Reserved Categories (All Women, SEBC, SC, ST, EWS, Divyang, Ex-Servicemen) | ₹200/- + GST |
Note: Fee must be paid online via the OJAS payment gateway (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI). The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, including if the recruitment is cancelled by the Corporation.
How to Apply Online for GSRTC Helper Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official OJAS website — ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- Click on “Apply Online” and select the Helper post
- Click “Apply Now” to open the application format and fill in your Personal Details (fields marked with a red asterisk * are mandatory)
- Fill in your Minimum Educational Details under “Educational Qualification”
- If you have the extra Apprenticeship qualification, fill it under “Additional Educational Qualification” — fill only whichever qualification benefits you the most in each category
- Fill in your Computer Knowledge details
- Read the Self-Declaration, accept the terms by clicking “Yes”, then click “Save” to submit your application online
- Note down your generated Application Number — you will need it for every next step
- Upload your Photograph (5 cm height x 3.6 cm width) and Signature (2.5 cm height x 7.5 cm width) in JPG format, each under 10 KB
- Click “Confirm Application” — this step is compulsory. Preview your form carefully before confirming, as no changes are allowed afterward
- Note your Confirmation Number generated after confirming — required for fee payment and printing
- Pay the application fee through “Online Payment of Fees” using your Confirmation Number and Date of Birth
- Finally, use “Print Application” with your Confirmation Number and Date of Birth to download and save a printout of your application
Documents Required for GSRTC Helper Application 2026
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Election Photo ID/EPIC, Driving Licence, PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, or any government-authorised ID)
- Class 10 (SSC) or School Leaving Certificate as Date of Birth proof (a birth certificate alone is NOT accepted for age proof)
- ITI Trade Certificate and Marksheet
- Apprenticeship (NAC) Certificate and Marksheet, if claiming extra preference
- Basic Computer Knowledge Certificate
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) in the prescribed government format, if applicable
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate for SEBC candidates (in the prescribed annexure, obtained within the validity window mentioned in the notification)
- Divyang (Disability) Certificate from a Government Hospital Superintendent/Civil Surgeon/Medical Board, if applicable
- Discharge Book and Identity Card, for Ex-Servicemen candidates
- Scanned Photograph and Signature as per prescribed size and format
Note: Any candidate who provides false or hidden information regarding personal details, qualification, age, or category can have their application rejected at any stage — even after selection or appointment.
GSRTC Helper 2026 Job Profile & Salary Details
- Selected candidates will be appointed on a fixed monthly salary of ₹21,100/- for the first five years, on a contract basis
- No other allowances or benefits apart from what is prescribed by rules will be payable during this fixed-pay period
- After satisfactory completion of 5 years of service, Helpers become eligible for regular appointment at the basic pay prevailing in GSRTC’s regular pay structure for the Helper cadre at that time
- Helpers assist mechanics and technical staff with servicing, repair, and maintenance of GSRTC buses at depots/workshops across Gujarat
- Posting can be at any depot or division as per the Corporation’s requirement — candidates should be willing to serve anywhere in Gujarat
Reservation for Persons with Disabilities (Divyang)
| Category | Type of Disability | Reserved % |
| A | Blindness, Low Vision | 1% |
| B | Deaf, Hard of Hearing | 1% |
| C | Locomotor Disability, Cerebral Palsy, Leprosy Cured, Dwarfism, Acid Attack Victim, and related conditions | 1% |
| D & E | Autism, Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness, and Multiple Disabilities | 1% |
Note: A total of 52 posts out of 2510 are reserved for Divyang candidates across categories A to E as detailed in the official notification.
Preparation Strategy for GSRTC Helper Exam
- Trade-related questions carry the highest weightage (50 marks) — revise your ITI trade subject thoroughly since this section decides most of your score
- For General Knowledge, focus specifically on Gujarat’s history, geography, and current affairs rather than generic national GK
- Practice basic Gujarati and English grammar at a Class 10 level — questions here are usually direct and scoring
- For Computer Knowledge, revise MS Office basics, internet fundamentals, and simple hardware/software terms
- Since the exam is only 2 hours for 100 questions/marks, practice time management with full-length mock tests
- Keep your Apprenticeship certificate (if any) ready and verified in advance, as it carries a real 10% weightage in the final merit
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many Helper posts are there in GSRTC Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 2510 Helper posts on a fixed-pay basis.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for GSRTC Helper Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online is 06 October 2026 (23:59 Hours); fee payment is accepted until 08 October 2026.
Q3. What is the minimum qualification required?
Ans: A government-recognized ITI course (at least one year) in a relevant technical trade like Electrician, Fitter, Welder, Mechanic Motor Vehicle, etc.
Q4. What is the salary for GSRTC Helper post?
Ans: A fixed salary of ₹21,100/- per month for the first 5 years, after which regular appointment is considered.
Q5. Is there any advantage for candidates with an Apprenticeship certificate?
Ans: Yes, candidates with an NCVT Apprenticeship certificate in the same trade as their ITI course get 10% extra weightage in the final merit.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Ans: A 100-mark MCQ written exam followed by document verification based on merit (90% exam + 10% apprenticeship weightage).