Driver

01. What is a Driver in Govt?

A government driver is typically responsible for driving official vehicles for government departments, ministries, or public service organizations. These drivers may be assigned to various tasks, including transportation of officials, goods, or documents.

02. Education Eligibility

The educational requirements for a government driver position usually include:

  • Minimum qualification: Typically, at least 10th class (Matriculation) is required.
  • Some positions may require 12th class (Higher Secondary) or other specific qualifications depending on the department’s needs.

03. Handicapped Eligibility

Handicapped individuals may be eligible for government driver positions, provided they meet the required physical and medical standards. This often depends on the type of disability and the specific requirements of the position. Reservation policies might also apply, offering certain relaxation in eligibility.

04. Age

The age limit for government driver positions usually ranges from:

  • 18 years to 27 years, but this can vary by department.
  • Age relaxations may be available for reserved categories like SC/ST, OBC, and ex-servicemen.

05. Physical Eligibility

Physical requirements can vary, but common standards include:

  • Height and weight norms
  • Vision: The candidate must have normal vision or corrected vision through glasses.
  • Fitness: The individual must pass medical tests to ensure they can perform driving tasks safely.

06. Pay Grade

The pay scale for government driver positions typically falls under the following categories:

  • Grade Pay: Pay Band-1 or Pay Band-2 depending on the position and department.
  • The salary could range from ₹18,000 to ₹50,000 per month or more, based on the specific job and seniority.

07. Ex-Soldier Eligibility

Ex-soldiers are often given preference under ex-servicemen (ESM) quota. There are certain relaxations in age, education, and physical eligibility for ex-servicemen applying for government driver positions.

08. Reservation

Reservation is provided for certain categories as per government policies, such as:

  • SC/ST (Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes)
  • OBC (Other Backward Classes)
  • PWD (Persons with Disabilities)
  • Ex-Servicemen

These categories may receive age relaxations, percentage quotas, and other benefits during the selection process.

09. Sportsperson

Sportspersons may receive some relaxations in the recruitment process for government positions. There may be specific quotas or preference given to athletes and players who have represented their state or country at national or international events.

10. Promotion in Career

In government jobs, promotions are generally based on:

  • Experience: Years of service and performance.
  • Exams: Periodic exams or internal assessments.
  • Government drivers can be promoted to higher ranks such as Senior Driver, Head Driver, or administrative roles like Transport Supervisor.

11. Special Eligibility for Persons

Certain categories, such as PWD (Persons with Disabilities) or individuals from tribal areas, may be eligible for special consideration, such as relaxation in educational qualifications, age limits, and other requirements.

12. What Work Will I Have to Do at My Workplace?

  • Driving Official Vehicles: Transporting government employees, goods, or documents to assigned destinations.
  • Vehicle Maintenance: Ensuring the vehicle is in good working condition and reporting any damage.
  • Transport-related Administration: Sometimes, drivers are required to maintain logbooks and assist with transport coordination.

13. Which Department Does This Recruitment?

Recruitment for government driver positions is usually conducted by the respective State or Central Government departments or Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). Specific details can be found in the official recruitment notifications released by these departments.

To find the official website for government driver recruitment, look for public sector organizations or central and state government job portals, such as:

14. In Which Department Do You Join?

Drivers can join various departments depending on the recruitment, including:

  • Ministry of Home Affairs
  • Ministry of Defence
  • Railways
  • State Transport
  • Public Works Department (PWD)
  • Other government offices or PSUs

Each department may have specific requirements and notifications that are listed on their official recruitment websites.