Bangalore BMTC Govt. Bus Jobs 2026
Driver • Conductor • Security Guard • Helper 10th Pass • Direct Joining • Salary ₹19,000 – ₹42,000Karnataka Public Transport Workforce Guide • Walk-In + Online
The Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) has officially opened recruitment for 2026 across multiple departments — Driver, Conductor, Security Guard, and Helper. This is one of Karnataka’s largest public-transport hiring drives, with vacancies across all 47 BMTC depots in Bengaluru.
Both freshers and experienced 10th-pass candidates can apply for direct joining on Karnataka Govt payroll with full PF, ESIC, free medical care, retirement gratuity, and pension benefits. Selection is via written test + driving / physical test + document verification.
| Position | Basic Pay | Gross / In-hand |
|---|---|---|
| Driver (HMV License) | ₹21,400 | ₹32,000 – ₹42,000 |
| Conductor | ₹19,950 | ₹27,000 – ₹35,000 |
| Security Guard | ₹19,000 | ₹24,000 – ₹30,000 |
| Helper / Cleaner | ₹17,000 | ₹22,000 – ₹26,000 |
| Mechanic Helper (ITI) | ₹19,950 | ₹26,000 – ₹32,000 |
| Senior Driver (8+ yrs) | ₹26,400 | ₹38,000 – ₹48,000 |
Sources: BMTC official notification • Karnataka Govt 7th Pay Scale • verified April 2026.
| Organization | Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC), Govt of Karnataka |
| Posts | Driver, Conductor, Security Guard, Helper, Mechanic Helper |
| Total Vacancies | 5,000+ Posts across 47 depots |
| Qualification | 10th Pass (HMV / LMV License for Driver) |
| Age Limit | 18 – 35 years (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-servicemen) |
| Job Type | Permanent / Contract → Permanent (after 2 yrs probation) |
| Working Hours | 8 hrs/day, 6 days/week (Rotational shifts) |
| Selection | Written Test → Driving Test (drivers) → Physical → DV → Medical |
| Application Mode | Online: mysarige.karnataka.gov.in / Walk-In at depot |
| Benefits | PF, ESIC, Free Medical, LTA, Pension, Bus Pass for Family |
- Karnataka domicile preferred (60% reservation); Open quota for other states
- Age 18 – 35 years (as on 01-01-2026); Govt relaxation as per rules
- Minimum 10th pass from recognized board (Kannada knowledge mandatory)
- Driver: Valid HMV License (3+ yrs old) + clean driving record
- Conductor: Conductor license (issued by RTO) — training provided after selection
- Security Guard: 10th pass + PSARA certification preferred + minimum height 168 cm (M) / 158 cm (F)
- Physical fitness, no chronic disease, clear police verification
- Application Fee: ₹250 (UR) / ₹125 (SC/ST/PwD)
Step 1: Download Notification
Download the official BMTC 2026 notification PDF from mybmtc.karnataka.gov.in. Read post-wise eligibility, depot-wise vacancies, and pay scale carefully.
Step 2: Online Registration
Register on mysarige.karnataka.gov.in or the BMTC portal using Aadhaar / mobile / email. Fill the basic profile and upload photo + signature.
Step 3: Submit Application Form
Choose your post (Driver / Conductor / Security / Helper), select preferred depot, upload 10th certificate + driving license + Kannada proficiency proof (SSLC marks card).
Step 4: Pay Application Fee
Pay ₹250 (UR/OBC) or ₹125 (SC/ST/PwD) online via UPI / Net Banking / Debit Card. Save the e-receipt for reference.
Step 5: Written Test + Driving Test
Written test (Kannada / GK / arithmetic) is held at Bengaluru centers. Drivers also undergo a practical driving test at the BMTC training school in Shanthinagar.
Step 6: DV → Medical → Joining
Selected candidates complete document verification, medical fitness exam, and 15-day induction training before posting at a depot on full Karnataka Govt payroll.
Q: What is the BMTC Driver salary in Bangalore?
BMTC Drivers earn ₹32,000 – ₹42,000 per month (gross), including basic pay (₹21,400), DA, HRA, night allowance, and overtime. Senior drivers with 8+ years can earn up to ₹48,000.
Q: Is Kannada mandatory for BMTC jobs?
Yes. Kannada reading and basic speaking is mandatory for all BMTC posts. SSLC Kannada or a Kannada proficiency certificate from a Govt-recognized institution is required at the time of document verification.
Q: Can female candidates apply for BMTC Conductor / Security?
Absolutely. BMTC actively recruits female Conductors and Security Guards under the Mahila Suraksha initiative. Separate physical standards and depot-based postings are provided.
Q: Is BMTC job permanent or contract?
New recruits start as 2-year contract employees on Karnataka Govt rolls. After successful probation and performance review, they are confirmed as permanent BMTC staff with full pension benefits.
Q: How is the BMTC Driving Test conducted?
The driving test is held at the BMTC training school in Shanthinagar / Hennur. Candidates drive a 12-meter BMTC bus through cones, parallel parking, gradient stop-start, and city traffic for 15-20 minutes under examiner supervision.
Apply directly through the official Karnataka Govt portals. BMTC never charges any fee beyond the official application fee.