BEST Mumbai Bus Conductor Recruitment 2026 — 364 Vacancies

BEST Mumbai is hiring 364 Bus Conductors (Bus Vahak) on a direct recruitment basis. If you have passed SSC (10th) with Marathi as a subject and hold a valid RTA Maharashtra Bus Conductor Licence (Badge), you can apply online. The last date to apply is 29 July 2026. Age limit is 18 to 38 years for the open category (up to 43 years for reserved categories), and salary starts from Rs. 22,060 per month (total package around Rs. 36,000 with allowances).

Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport Undertaking (BEST) Bus Conductor Recruitment 2026 - 364 Posts

Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport Undertaking (BEST), Mumbai's public bus and power utility, has released a notification for 364 Bus Conductor (Bus Vahak) posts across various reservation categories. BEST runs one of India's oldest and largest city bus networks, and conductors are the backbone of daily operations across Mumbai's depots. These are permanent posts filled through a Computer Based Test (CBT) — no interview round is involved, which makes the process quick and merit-based. SSC-pass candidates with a valid Maharashtra RTA conductor licence can apply, making this a great opportunity for 10th-pass candidates who want a stable government job in Mumbai without needing a college degree.

Vacancy Breakdown by Category

Out of the 364 total posts, reservation is applied as per Maharashtra government norms. Here is the category-wise split:

• Open (General): 142 posts
• Other Backward Class (OBC): 67 posts
• Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 36 posts
• Socially and Economically Backward Class: 36 posts
• Scheduled Caste (SC): 34 posts
• Scheduled Tribe (ST): 22 posts
• Nomadic Tribe (C): 10 posts
• Vimukta Jaties (A): 6 posts
• Nomadic Tribe (B): 6 posts
• Special Backward Class: 5 posts

SC and ST candidates also need to submit a Non-Creamy Layer certificate at the time of document verification, along with their caste certificate.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You need to have passed SSC (10th) or an equivalent examination with at least 50% marks overall — this includes SSC done through any recognized state or central board.
• Marathi Requirement: You must have passed Marathi as a subject (lower or higher level) with a minimum of 50 out of 100 marks in that exam, since Bus Conductors interact with Marathi-speaking commuters daily.
• Licence: You need a valid Bus Conductor Licence (Badge) issued and renewed by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA), Maharashtra. Candidates without a current licence will not be considered.
• Height: Minimum 154 cm, and not more than 178 cm.
• Weight: Minimum 45 kg.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 38 years old as on 29 July 2026 if you belong to the open category.
• Age Relaxation: Candidates from reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/VJ/NT/SBC/EWS) can apply up to 43 years of age.

Salary

• Selected candidates will get a basic pay of Rs. 22,060 per month, plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Medical Allowance.
• You will also get a uniform washing allowance, leave encashment, leave travel allowance, and free travel on BEST buses — a benefit unique to this job.
• Your total monthly package works out to approximately Rs. 36,000, making it a financially attractive option for SSC-pass candidates.

Application Fee

• Open category candidates: Rs. 1,000
• Reserved category candidates: Rs. 900
• The fee is non-refundable once you submit your application, regardless of the outcome.

Selection Process

The selection will be done in the following stages:

1. Computer Based Test (CBT): The test covers Arithmetic, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, and Language Knowledge (Marathi and English) — 10 marks each, 30 marks total. You need at least 3 marks in each subject and an overall average of 12 marks to qualify. Since the exam may run in multiple shifts to accommodate a large number of applicants, BEST will normalize scores using the Mean Standard Deviation Method so no shift has an unfair advantage.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates, their RTA licence, and a valid photo ID for verification. Any mismatch between your online application and original documents can lead to instant rejection.

Selected candidates are first appointed as "Badli Bus Vahak" (substitute conductor). After completing this substitute period with satisfactory work, conduct, attendance, and service record, you get a permanent posting. The waitlist stays valid until the backlog posts are filled or for a maximum of two years, whichever comes first. BEST also reserves the right to cancel or modify this recruitment process, in part or in full, at any stage.

How to Apply

1. Go to the BEST Undertaking website at bestundertaking.com.
2. Open the Recruitment section and click the "Recruitment for the Conductor position" link.
3. Follow the link to the online application portal.
4. Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and licence details.
5. Upload the required documents and a recent photo.
6. Pay the application fee online through the portal.
7. Submit the form and keep a printout for your records and the CBT exam day.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start: 8 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 29 July 2026
• Exam Date: To be announced

• Issue tickets and collect fares from passengers correctly
• Keep accurate records of ticket sales and cash collected on every trip
• Help passengers board and alight safely, especially elderly and disabled riders
• Check passes and travel documents to prevent ticketless travel
• Signal the driver at stops and maintain discipline inside the bus
• Report faults, accidents, or passenger complaints to the depot promptly
• Follow BEST's uniform, conduct, and safety guidelines at all times
• Work in rotating shifts, including early morning, night, and holiday duty