NWKRTC Recruitment 2025 (RPC) — 19 Posts
North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation (NWKRTC — ವಾಯವ್ಯ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಸ್ತೆ ಸಾರಿಗೆ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆ) has announced recruitment under the RPC cadre for a total of 19 vacancies—15 regular and 4 backlog—for the post of Assistant Traffic Inspector (Sahayaka Sanchara Nireekshaka), carrying an indicative pay scale of ₹22,390–33,320; eligible candidates should apply as per the official notification on or before 10 November 2025, noting that detailed eligibility, selection method and application instructions will be as specified in the notice.
🔎 Quick Overview
Organisation | NWKRTC — ವಾಯವ್ಯ ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ ರಸ್ತೆ ಸಾರಿಗೆ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆ |
Recruitment Cadre | RPC (Residual Parent Cadre) |
Post Name | Assistant Traffic Inspector (Sahayaka Sanchara Nireekshaka) |
Total Vacancies | 19 (15 Regular + 4 Backlog) |
Pay Scale | ₹22,390 – ₹33,320 |
Last Date to Apply | 10 November 2025 |
*Details are based on the official notice. Check the notification for eligibility, reservation, and application instructions.
📌 Post-wise Vacancies & Eligibility
Post Name (Cadre) | Vacancies | Pay Scale | Essential Education |
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Assistant Traffic Inspector — Sahayaka Sanchara Nireekshaka (RPC) | 19 (15 Regular + 4 Backlog) | ₹22,390 – 33,320 | - PUC (Arts/Commerce/Science) pass; or
- 10+2 from ICSE/CBSE; or
- 3-year Diploma from the Department of Technical Education.
Excluding PUC/12th of Open University / Open School / JOC / JLC. |
Selected candidates for Assistant Traffic Inspector will undergo 1 year training; during training, a monthly stipend of ₹14,000 will be paid (as per the notification).
🎯 Age Limit — NWKRTC RPC Recruitment 2025
⏱️ Minimum age: 18 years (as on last date)
🎁 One-time +3 years relaxation (GO: 29-09-2025)
🟦 General (GM)
38 years (max)
Includes the one-time +3 years relaxation.
🟩 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B
41 years (max)
Includes the one-time +3 years relaxation.
🟪 SC / ST / Cat-I
43 years (max)
Includes the one-time +3 years relaxation.
Notes: The above caps already include the one-time 3-year relaxation applicable to recruitments notified under the 29-09-2025 order. Additional relaxations (Ex-Servicemen, PwD, in-service, etc.) apply as per rules in the official notification.
💳 Application Fee
🧾 Online payment: UPI / Net-banking / Card
🚫 Non-refundable
Category | Fee |
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General (GM), 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B |
₹ 750 /- |
SC / ST / Cat-I / Ex-Servicemen / Transgender |
₹ 500 /- |
Persons with Disabilities (PwD) |
₹ 250 /- |
Service/bank charges may apply. Keep the payment receipt and the submitted application printout for document verification.
🧭 Selection Process — Assistant Traffic Inspector (NWKRTC • RPC) 2025
✍️ OMR (Offline) Exam
🎯 Merit = 75% Test + 25% Qualifying Marks
➖ Negative marking: 1/4
1Written Test (OMR)
Common OMR-based aptitude test. For ATI (Grade-3), two papers are prescribed: Paper-1 (100 marks, 2 hrs) — GK/Constitution/Reasoning/Geography/Economy, and Paper-2 (100 marks, 2 hrs) — General Kannada, General English & Computer Knowledge. Minimum qualifying: 36% (NWKRTC/KKRTC); otherwise 35%.
2Merit Computation
Final merit is prepared by combining 75% of the OMR test score + 25% of qualifying exam marks (the educational qualification required for ATI), followed by reservation rules.
3Document & Physical Standards Check
Shortlisted candidates are called for original document verification. Physical standards for ATI are checked: Male 163 cm & 55 kg, Female 153 cm & 50 kg (as notified).
4Final Selection & Appointment
Based on merit after verification. Selected candidates undergo 1 year training with a stipend of ₹14,000/month; thereafter the notified pay scale applies upon appointment.
🗂️ At a Glance
Item | Details |
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Mode | Offline OMR (answer sheet) |
Negative Marking | -0.25 per wrong answer; special bubble for “unanswered” is provided as per instructions. |
Qualifying Marks | Minimum 36% (NWKRTC/KKRTC posts); otherwise 35%. |
Weightage | 75% Test + 25% Qualifying exam marks. |
Kannada Language | KEA’s separate Kannada test is not required if you applied only to NWKRTC/KKRTC. However, candidates must have studied Kannada (SSLC 1st/2nd language) or pass the Corporation’s Kannada test later, else selection is cancelled. |
Exam Centres |
Bengaluru
Mysuru
Davanagere
Dakshina Kannada
Shivamogga
Belagavi
Dharwad
Ballari
Koppal
Vijayapura
Tumakuru
Kalaburagi |
Admit card will be released on KEA website; carry one original ID (PAN/DL/Aadhaar/Passport/Voter/Employee ID) to the centre. Follow all OMR instructions precisely.
📝 How to Apply — KKRTC 2025 (Short)
- Go to the KEA website > Recruitment → KKRTC 2025.
- Register (mobile & email OTP) → get your Application ID.
- Login → choose post (Assistant Accountant / Conductor) → fill details as per SSLC.
- Upload photo, signature & certificates (caste/PwD/ESM; Conductor Licence & Badge if applying for Conductor).
- Pay fee online (UPI/card/net-banking) → Submit → download/print application & receipt.
Tip: Use exact name/DoB as in SSLC; incorrect uploads or missing documents may lead to rejection.
📅 Important Dates
Online Application Start | 09-Oct-2025 |
Last Date to Apply | 10-Nov-2025 |
📥 Important Links (Official)