BEST Undertaking Bus Vahak Recruitment 2026: 364 Posts

📅 Posted: 07/07/2026 📝 Updated: 07/07/2026

Total Vacancy364

SalaryBasic Pay ₹22,060 + DA + HRA + Medical & Uniform Allowance [Approx. ₹36,000/Month Total]

LocationMaharashtra

Last Date29/07/2026

Short Information: BEST Undertaking (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport) has invited online applications for Direct Service Recruitment to the post of Bus Vahak (Bus Conductor), with a total of 364 vacancies across Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, Vimukta Jati, Nomadic Tribe, Special Backward Class, Other Backward Class, Economically Weaker Section, Socially and Educationally Backward Class, and Open categories. Candidates who have passed SSC (10th) or an equivalent examination with an average of at least 50% marks, along with a pass in Marathi as a subject carrying at least 100 or 50 marks (lower or higher level) in SSC or a higher exam, are eligible to apply, provided they also hold a valid Bus Conductor Licence and Badge issued or renewed by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA), Maharashtra. Online registration is open from 08 July 2026 to 29 July 2026 through www.bestundertaking.com. Selected candidates draw a basic pay of Rs.22,060 plus Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance and Uniform Washing Allowance, along with leave encashment, Leave Travel Allowance, and free travel on the Undertaking's buses, taking the total monthly package to approximately Rs.36,000. Age limit is 18 to 38 years for Open category and 18 to 43 years for Backward Class category candidates as on 29 July 2026. Selection is purely through a Computer Based Test (CBT) covering Arithmetic, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, and Language Knowledge (Marathi & English), with no interview stage, and selected candidates are first appointed as 'Badli Bus Vahak' on a transfer basis before being made permanent based on satisfactory service.

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BEST Bus Vahak Online Form 2026 2026Important Dates

Online Application Begin	08/07/2026
Last Date to Apply Online	29/07/2026
Age Reckoning Date	29/07/2026

BEST Bus Vahak Online Form 2026 2026Application Fee

Open Category	₹1000
Reserved Category	₹900

Payment: Online

BEST Undertaking Bus Vahak Recruitment 2026: 364 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: 18-38 Years (Open Category); 18-43 Years (Backward Class Category) - as on 29/07/2026

(Backward Class Category candidates (SC/ST/VJ-A/NT-B/NT-C/SBC/OBC/SEBC): Upper age limit extended up to 43 Years (against 38 Years for Open Category))

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
Bus Vahak (Bus Conductor)	364	SSC (10th) or equivalent exam passed with average minimum 50% marks must have passed Marathi as a subject with minimum 100/50 marks (lower/higher level) in SSC or a higher exam valid Bus Conductor Licence and Badge issued/renewed by RTA, Maharashtra required.
Total Vacancy	364

Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy

Category	Vacancy
Scheduled Caste (SC)	34
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	22
Vimukta Jati - A (VJ-A)	6
Nomadic Tribe - B (NT-B)	6
Nomadic Tribe - C (NT-C)	10
Special Backward Class (SBC)	5
Other Backward Class (OBC)	67
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	36
Socially and Educationally Backward Class (SEBC)	36
Open (Unreserved)	142
Total	364

BEST Bus Vahak Online Form 2026Eligibility Criteria

Must have passed SSC (10th) or an equivalent examination with an average of at least 50% marks.
Must have passed Marathi as a subject with a minimum of 100 or 50 marks (lower level or higher level) in SSC or a higher examination.
Must hold a valid Bus Conductor Licence and Badge issued/renewed by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA), Maharashtra State.
Age: 18 to 38 years for Open Category candidates and 18 to 43 years for Backward Class Category candidates, as on 29/07/2026.
Height: Minimum 154 cm (should not exceed 178 cm).
Weight: Minimum 45 kg.
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate must be submitted at the time of document verification (not applicable for SC and ST candidates).

BEST Bus Vahak Online Form 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Bus Vahak (Bus Conductor)	Basic Pay ₹22,060 + DA + HRA + Medical Allowance + Uniform Washing Allowance [Approx. ₹36,000/Month Total, including Leave Encashment, Leave Travel Allowance & Free Travel Facility]

BEST Bus Vahak Online Form 2026Selection Process Steps

Online Application Submission
Computer Based Test (CBT) - Multiple Choice Questions
Document Verification
Appointment as 'Badli Bus Vahak' (Substitute) on Transfer Basis
Regularization to Permanent Bus Vahak Post based on satisfactory work, conduct, attendance and service record during the Badli period

BEST Bus Vahak Online Form 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Exam Overview

Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT), Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).
Subjects Covered: Arithmetic, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, and Language Knowledge (Marathi & English).
Each subject carries 10 Marks.
Minimum Qualifying: At least 3 marks in each subject AND an overall average of at least 12 marks required to qualify.
If the number of applicants is large, the CBT will be conducted in multiple shifts/sessions, and scores will be normalized using the Mean Standard Deviation Method to balance difficulty levels across sessions.
No negative marking mentioned in official notification.

Recruitment Table: Written Exam Details

Subject	Maximum Marks
Arithmetic	10
General Knowledge & Current Affairs	10
Language Knowledge (Marathi & English)	10
Total	30

Recruitment Table: Physical Standards

Parameter	Standard
Height	Minimum 154 cm (should not exceed 178 cm)
Weight	Minimum 45 kg

BEST Bus Vahak Online Form 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

The Computer Based Test (CBT) covers Arithmetic, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, and Language Knowledge (Marathi & English), with each subject carrying 10 marks.

📚 Arithmetic

Basic Numerical Ability
Simplification
Percentage
Ratio and Proportion
Time and Work

📚 General Knowledge & Current Affairs

National and State Current Affairs
General Awareness related to Maharashtra and India

📚 Language Knowledge (Marathi & English)

Grammar
Comprehension
Vocabulary in Marathi and English

BEST Bus Vahak Online Form 2026How to Apply

Visit the official BEST Undertaking website www.bestundertaking.com.
Go to the 'Recruitment' section and click on the link for Bus Vahak recruitment.
Register and fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and category details.
Upload the required documents including educational certificates and Bus Conductor Licence/Badge.
Pay the prescribed examination fee online (₹1000 for Open category, ₹900 for Reserved category).
Submit the application before the last date, 29/07/2026.

Recruitment Note: About BEST Undertaking

The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) Undertaking is a public sector transport and electricity distribution body under the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM), operating one of the oldest and most extensive city bus networks in India across Mumbai and its suburbs. Established over a century ago, BEST plays a critical role in Mumbai's public transportation infrastructure, running thousands of bus services daily and employing a large workforce of drivers, conductors and technical staff. BEST Undertaking periodically conducts direct recruitment drives to fill operational posts like Bus Vahak (Conductor) to maintain its extensive city-wide bus service network.

Recruitment Note: Job Profile - Bus Vahak (Bus Conductor)

As a Bus Vahak, the selected candidate will be responsible for ticketing and fare collection from passengers on BEST buses, ensuring passenger safety and assistance during boarding and alighting, maintaining discipline inside the bus, and coordinating with the driver for smooth route operations. The role requires regular interaction with the public, adherence to route schedules, and maintenance of daily collection and ticketing records. Selected candidates are first posted as 'Badli Bus Vahak' (substitute conductor) on a transfer basis, and are made permanent based on satisfactory work, conduct, attendance and overall service record during this period.

Recruitment Note: Waiting List Validity

The waiting list prepared for this recruitment will remain valid until the specified backlog vacancies are filled, or for a maximum period of two years from the date of preparation, whichever is earlier. After the completion of this two-year period, the waiting list will be automatically cancelled.

BEST Bus Vahak Online Form 2026Important Official Links

Apply Online Application Window: 08/07/2026 to 29/07/2026	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. Not Mentioned in Notification	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

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🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	BEST Undertaking
Post Name	Bus Vahak (Bus Conductor)
Total Vacancy	364
Salary	Basic Pay ₹22,060 + DA + HRA + Medical & Uniform Allowance [Approx. ₹36,000/Month Total]
Job Location	Maharashtra
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	29/07/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

Since BEST Undertaking runs a strict Anti-Malpractice Clause, any false information, impersonation, misconduct at the exam centre, or attempt to use influence at any stage leads to immediate cancellation of candidature, an FIR, and permanent debarment from all future BEST recruitments — so fill your online application with complete accuracy from the start. If your name has changed due to marriage or any other reason, keep your Government Gazette notification or Marriage Registration Certificate ready for document verification, since the Undertaking will not accept your candidature without it. At the exam centre, carry only PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Driving Licence, or Passport as valid photo identity proof along with your admit card; Ration Card and Learning Licence are explicitly not accepted. Also remember any mismatch between your online application details and your original documents at verification results in immediate cancellation, so double-check every entry, especially your category, age, and educational marks, before final submission.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for BEST Undertaking Bus Vahak? ▼

Ans: The post carries a Basic Pay of Rs.22,060 along with Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance, and Uniform Washing Allowance. Including leave encashment, Leave Travel Allowance, and free travel facility on the Undertaking's buses, the total monthly package is approximately Rs.36,000.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply online for BEST Undertaking Bus Vahak Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: The online application process began on 08/07/2026 and the last date to submit the application is 29/07/2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the closing date.

Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the BEST Bus Vahak exam? ▼

Ans: No negative marking mentioned in official notification. The Computer Based Test (CBT) consists of Multiple Choice Questions across Arithmetic, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, and Language Knowledge (Marathi & English), with a minimum of 3 marks required in each subject and an overall average of at least 12 marks to qualify.

Q.4 What is the age limit for BEST Undertaking Bus Vahak Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: The age limit is 18 to 38 years for Open Category candidates and 18 to 43 years for Backward Class Category candidates, as on 29/07/2026.

Q.5 How to download the BEST Undertaking Bus Vahak Notification PDF? ▼

Ans: Candidates can download the official notification from the BEST Undertaking website www.bestundertaking.com under the Recruitment section, or through the Download Notification link provided on this page.

Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for Bus Vahak? ▼

Ans: Candidates must have passed SSC (10th) or an equivalent examination with an average of at least 50% marks, along with a pass in Marathi as a subject carrying a minimum of 100 or 50 marks (lower/higher level) in SSC or a higher exam. A valid Bus Conductor Licence and Badge issued/renewed by the RTA, Maharashtra is also mandatory.

Q.7 What is the selection process for BEST Undertaking Bus Vahak Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: Selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT) covering Arithmetic, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, and Language Knowledge, followed by Document Verification. Selected candidates are first appointed as 'Badli Bus Vahak' on a transfer basis and made permanent based on satisfactory service during that period.

Q.8 Is Bus Vahak a permanent government job? ▼

Ans: Selected candidates are initially appointed as 'Badli Bus Vahak' (substitute conductor) on a transfer basis. They are made permanent based on satisfactory work, conduct, attendance and service record during the Badli period, as decided by BEST Undertaking management.