Archive · 18 Jun 2025
KSRTC Appoints 2,000 Drivers After Eight-Year Hiring Hiatus
KSRTC, the bus company, is hiring again after a long break.
They just hired 2,000 new bus drivers and conductors after a fair selection process.
They got lots of applications and tested how well people could drive.
The new employees will start soon, and they should be nice and safe.
KSRTC is also helping its workers with things like free medical care and insurance.
This is all part of making the bus service better for everyone.
KSRTC appointed 2,000 Driver-cum-Conductors after an eight-year recruitment pause.
The selection process was merit-based and transparent, with over 25,000 applicants.
Candidates underwent a computerized driving skill test before final selection.
New hires are expected to report to assigned divisions by July 5.
KSRTC is implementing employee welfare initiatives, including free medical services and insurance.
- Who
- Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) and the newly appointed Driver-cum-Conductors.
- What
- KSRTC appointed 2,000 Driver-cum-Conductors after resuming recruitment.
- When
- The final selection list was released on June 12; selected candidates must report by July 5.
- Where
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, at the KSRTC Central Office.
- Why
- To expand its workforce and enhance public transport services.
- Number of Driver-cum-Conductors Appointed
- 2,000
- Recruitment Start
- 2020 (notification)
- Applications Received
- Over 25,000
- Shakti Guarantee Scheme
- 478 crore women availed free travel
- Sarige Suraksha Scheme Insurance
- ₹1 crore coverage for employee families
- Family Welfare Relief Scheme Increase
- Compensation increased from ₹3 lakh to ₹10 lakh
