KAKCHING Recruitment Dossier

Bus Conductors

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Bus Conductors administered by KAKCHING Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: KAKCHING Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-05-22 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Bus Conductors?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-05-22. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from KAKCHING Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain kakching.nic.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Candidates must visit the official Kakching Authority recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, a valid email address, and an active mobile number.

Log in with the generated credentials to fill out the detailed application form, ensuring all educational qualifications and experience details are entered accurately as per official certificates.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, conductor license, recent passport-sized photograph, and signature, strictly adhering to the specified file formats and size limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated transaction receipt for future reference and verification.

After successful submission, monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card, which must be downloaded and printed for entry into the examination hall.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Bus Conductors is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Written Examination (OMR/CBT)	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	General Knowledge, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, Basic English and Regional Language Proficiency
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization Test	50 Marks / 60 Minutes	First Aid Procedures, Motor Vehicles Act Provisions, Duties of a Conductor, Passenger Relations and Ticket Machine Operations
Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Fitness	Qualifying / No Marks	Verification of Original Certificates, Valid Conductor License Check, Medical Fitness Standards, Visual and Physical Endurance Assessment
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Based on Stage 1 & 2 Cumulative Score	Compilation of Scores, Tie-Breaking Criteria Application, Category-wise Allocation, Final Selection Proclamation

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) framework adopted by the Kakching Authority, the post of Bus Conductor is classified under Pay Matrix Level 2 with an initial Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 19,900. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (amounting to Rs. 10,547) and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at 9% for Class Z cities like Kakching (amounting to Rs. 1,791), the financial package is highly competitive. Additionally, a Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,350 plus DA on TA (totaling Rs. 2,066) is provided. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 34,304. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 3,045) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 31,000, offering robust financial stability for entry-level public transport personnel.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment by the Kakching Authority strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums and state reservation guidelines. Upper age limit relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A vertical reservation of 10% is strictly implemented for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with gender empowerment directives, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee and receive horizontal reservation benefits across all categories.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Bus Conductors

What is the minimum educational qualification and license requirement for the Bus Conductor post?

Candidates must have passed the Class 10 (Matriculation) exam from a recognized board and must possess a valid Conductor License issued by a competent Regional Transport Authority.

Will there be any normalization of marks in the written examination?

Yes, if the written examination is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by the Kakching Authority will be applied to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond or minimum service commitment for selected candidates?

Selected candidates must execute a service surety bond to serve the Kakching Authority for a minimum period of 2 years, failing which they must refund training costs.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited Bus Conductors?

Newly appointed Bus Conductors will be on a probation period of 2 years, during which their performance, conduct, and attendance will be closely monitored before confirmation.

Does the written exam syllabus include negative marking for incorrect answers?

Yes, there is a penalty for wrong answers in the written exam. For every incorrect response, 0.25 marks will be deducted from the candidate's total score.

Where will the selected candidates be posted after the recruitment process?

Selected candidates will be primarily posted within the jurisdiction of the Kakching Authority, Manipur, and may be assigned to various intra-district or inter-district public transport routes.