Howrah GRP Driver Recruitment 2026
An official notification (Employment Notice No. 01/2026/HA) has been released by the Office of the Superintendent of Railway Police (GRP), Howrah, West Bengal, to fill 05 Driver vacancies on a contractual/temporary basis. Applicants who completed Class VIII (8th), hold a valid four-wheeler driving licence, and have at least 2 years of driving experience may send their offline application form through Speed Post or place it into the drop box within 14 days of release, up to 21 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 07 October 2026 |
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| Offline Application Start Date | 07 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | Within 14 Days (21 October 2026) |
| Driving Test / Interview Date | To be announced soon |
Application Fee
- Every applicant: Nil (No Application Fee)
- No fee is charged to submit the application.
Age Limit (as on 07/10/2026)
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
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| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
| Age relaxation is applicable as per West Bengal Government recruitment rules. | |
Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification | Must have passed Class VIII (8th) from a recognized School. |
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| Technical Qualification | Must possess a valid Four-Wheeler Driving Licence (LMV). |
| Experience | Minimum 02 (two) years driving experience in any Government organization / Quasi-Government organization / Registered Pvt. Ltd. Company. |
Salary Details
| Monthly Remuneration | Consolidated pay of Rs. 16,000/- per month. |
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GRP Howrah Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Driver (Temporary / Contractual Basis) | 05 |
| Total | 05 |
How to Apply for GRP Howrah Driver Recruitment 2026
- Go to the official website for Howrah GRP at howrahgrp.wb.gov.in or wbpolice.gov.in.
- Get the official employment notice along with the application format.
- Take a printout of the specified application form using standard white A4 paper.
- Carefully complete each needed section using CAPITAL LETTERS.
- Affix a current self-attested passport-size photograph (4.5 cm x 3.5 cm) in the provided space.
- Add self-attested photocopies of your documents: Class 8th pass certificate, valid Driving Licence, Driving Experience Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, along with your PAN Card.
- Put every paper inside an envelope and write on top: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF DRIVER (CONTRACTUAL), 2026”.
- Deliver the application form directly into the DROP BOX or post it through Speed Post to: The Superintendent of Railway Police, Howrah, 2nd Floor Yatri Niwas, New Complex, Howrah Rly Station, Howrah - 711101.
- Confirm that your form arrives within 14 days after being published on the portal, by 21 October 2026.
Important Links
Before Applying
Carefully review the official notification regarding overall eligibility criteria, education qualification, age limits, fee details, and other instructions prior to applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is the final date to submit the Howrah GRP Driver application form?
Applications must arrive within 14 days of publication, with the last date being 21 October 2026.
How many Driver vacancies are available in Howrah GRP?
There are 05 Driver vacancies available on a temporary or contractual basis.
What is the application fee for this recruitment?
There is no application fee for any candidate.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.