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Vacancy Details
- Journeyman: 55 vacancies
Qualification: 10th Pass with Relevant NAC/NTC Trade Certificate- Unreserved (UR): 23
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 12
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 3
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 10
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 7
- Driver (Vehicle) – Skilled Grade-III: 3 vacancies
Qualification: 10th Pass, Valid Commercial LMV Driving Licence and minimum 6 years driving experience- Unreserved (UR): 2
- Other Backward Classes (OBC): 1
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 56 years
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS and Other Non-Exempt Candidates: ₹472
- SC / ST: ₹0
- PwBD: ₹0
- GRSE Internal Candidates: ₹0
Selection Process
- Application scrutiny and shortlisting: Applications are checked for eligibility; candidates may be shortlisted for the written exam.
- Written Examination: An OMR-based test of 100 objective questions for 100 marks (2 hours); covers trade-related questions and general aptitude.
- Document Verification: Verification of educational, trade, licence and experience documents for shortlisted candidates.
- Practical Trade / Driving Test: A qualifying practical trade test (50 marks) for journeymen or a practical driving/trade test for drivers.
- Physical Efficiency Test (where applicable): Qualifying PET for Crane Operator, Driver Material Handling and Rigger posts (some candidates like eligible Ex-Agniveers may be exempted).
- Medical Examination: Pre-employment medical exam and other required checks before final selection.
How to Apply
- Visit the official GRSE website at https://www.grse.in/.
- Open the Careers section.
- Locate Employment Notification No. 2026/05 (J&OP) for Journeyman and Driver (Vehicle).
- Download and read the detailed advertisement.
- Open the recruitment application portal at https://jobapply.in/grse2026 or https://jobapply.in/GRSE2026Journeyman/Default.aspx.
- Complete registration or login on the portal.
- Select the eligible Journeyman trade or Driver (Vehicle) post.
- Enter personal details, date of birth, category, educational qualifications and relevant experience.
- Upload the prescribed supporting documents.
- Provide driving licence and experience documents where applicable.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 472 if not exempted using the online payment gateway.
- Review the application carefully and submit before 28-11-2026 11:59 PM.
- Save or print the application confirmation for future reference.
- note: Applications through offline, postal, email or other modes are not accepted. Candidates can apply for more than one post if eligible but must not submit duplicate applications for the same post.
Important Links
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date:
- Last Date to Apply Online:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the basic eligibility/qualification requirements for these posts?
Journeyman posts require 10th Pass with the relevant NAC/NTC trade certificate as listed for each trade. Driver (Vehicle) posts require 10th Pass, a valid Commercial LMV Driving Licence and a minimum of six years of post-qualification driving experience.
How do I apply for the GRSE 2026 recruitment?
Apply online via the official application portal (https://jobapply.in/GRSE2026Journeyman/Default.aspx) or the recruitment portal (https://jobapply.in/grse2026) after reading the detailed advertisement on the GRSE Careers page. Complete registration, upload required documents, pay the fee if applicable, and submit before the deadline.
What is the last date to submit the application?
Online applications must be submitted by 28-11-2026, 11:59 PM.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection involves application scrutiny/shortlisting, a written examination, document verification, a qualifying practical trade or driving test (and PET where applicable), followed by a pre-employment medical examination.
What salary or pay scale is offered?
Journeyman trainees receive a stipend of Rs. 24,000 in the first year and Rs. 26,000 in the second year. Driver (Vehicle) posts carry a pay scale of Rs. 20,110 – 3% – Rs. 70,390 along with applicable allowances and benefits.
