Gujarat High Court Driver Recruitment 2025: The High Court of Gujarat has released the Official Notification for the recruitment of Driver Posts. The Gujarat High Court Driver Recruitment 2025 Notification was released on 14 May 2025, and online applications will be accepted from 16 May 2025 to 6 June 2025.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official websites gujarathighcourt.nic.in and hc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
Gujarat High Court Driver Recruitment 2025 – Post Details
The recruitment aims to fill 86 Driver vacancies across district courts under the jurisdiction of the Gujarat High Court. Selected candidates will be offered a pay scale as per the state government norms.
| Post Name | No. of Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Driver | 86 | As per Gujarat Govt. Rules |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
- Must have passed 12th standard (HSC) or equivalent from a recognized board.
- Must possess a valid LMV and/or HMV driving license that is at least 3 years old.
- Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and driving rules is essential.
- Preference will be given to those with experience in car mechanics and driving.
Age Limit:
- Minimum Age: 23 years
- Maximum Age: 33 years
- Upper age relaxation applies to SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/Women/Ex-Servicemen as per Gujarat Government norms.
- The maximum age after all relaxations should not exceed 45 years.
Physical Standards:
- Male (General): Minimum height 162 cm
- Male (ST): Minimum height 158 cm
- Female (General): Minimum height 158 cm
- Female (ST): Minimum height 155 cm
- Good eyesight without night blindness or color blindness is required.
Experience:
- 5 years of driving experience (government/private sector) is preferred.
Application Fees
The application fee must be paid online via SBI e-Pay on the HC-OJAS portal:
| Category | Application Fee (+ Bank Charges) |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1000/- + bank charges |
| SC/ST/SEBC/EWS/ESM | ₹500/- + bank charges |
Selection Process
The selection process will include the following stages:
Test includes: Starting, Forward Driving, Turning, Overtaking, Reversing, Parking, Safety, and Maintenance Knowledge.
Objective Written Examination (Computer-Based Test – CBT):
- Total Marks: 50
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Language: Gujarati
- Negative Marking: 0.33 for each wrong answer
Subjects:
- Gujarati Language
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Basic Mathematics
- Basic Vehicle Knowledge & Traffic Rules
Driving/Skill Test:
- Total Marks: 100
- Must score minimum 80 marks (Grade A) to qualify.
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How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the HC-OJAS portal:
- Visit https://hc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in
- Click on Apply Online under the Driver Recruitment section.
- Fill in all required details and upload necessary documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Take a printout of the confirmation for future reference.
Official Short Notification
Detailed Notification
Important Dates
The Gujarat High Court has announced key dates for the recruitment process. Candidates must follow the schedule strictly.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 14 May 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 16 May 2025 (12:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 June 2025 (11:59 PM) |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in Gujarat High Court Driver Recruitment 2025?
A total of 86 Group-C Driver posts are available.
Q2. What is the age limit for applying?
Applicants must be between 23 to 33 years, with relaxations up to 45 years for eligible categories.
Q3. What is the pay scale for the Driver post?
Selected candidates will receive a salary in the range of ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-2).
Q4. Is there any negative marking in the written exam?
Yes, there is a 0.33 negative mark for every wrong answer.
Q5. How can I apply for the Gujarat High Court Driver Recruitment?
You must apply online via the HC-OJAS portal https://hc-ojas.gujarat.gov.in.
Q6. Is experience mandatory?
While not strictly mandatory, 5 years of driving experience is preferred.
