KSRTC resumes recruitment after eight years, issues appointment orders to 2,000 new driver-cum-conductor recruits
The event took place at the KSRTC central office in Bengaluru, where Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy symbolically distributed appointment letters to 51 candidates.
The long-delayed recruitment process, originally notified in 2020, was halted owing to the COVID-19 outbreak. It was revived in October 2023 after government approval, and the final selection list was published on June 12, 2025, following a fully computerised and merit-based process, including skill tests conducted at Humnabad and Hassan training centres.
Mr. Reddy said: 'We have conducted a transparent recruitment process and I urge the recruits to serve with responsibility, especially in ensuring the safety and comfort of women and students.'
The KSRTC has made 2,500 appointments in the last 18 months, including compassionate jobs to 209 dependents. 'Other employee welfare initiatives include the ₹1 crore Sarige Suraksha accident insurance and a revised Family Welfare Scheme offering ₹10 lakh compensation for natural deaths. Computerised counselling for the new recruits is under way and all appointees are expected to join duty by July 5, 2025,' a senior KSRTC official said.
Meanwhile, the lack of regular recruitment over the years had led to a severe staff shortage in KSRTC, affecting the quality of services.
Ravi Kumar (name changed), a KSRTC driver with 15 years of experience, said: 'It's a relief that new staff have finally been appointed. There was a serious shortage, and many of us were unable to take timely leaves because of the workload. With more trips being added and responsibilities increasing, the new recruits will definitely ease the pressure on existing employees.'
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