IDS Jaipur Driver Recruitment 2026: Regular Permanent Post – 10th Pass + LMV/MCWG Licence | Apply by 30 May!

✅ Educational Qualification (Mandatory)

10th Class Pass (Matriculation / High School) from any recognised Board — CBSE, ICSE, Rajasthan Board (RBSE), or any other State Board. 10th Pass is the minimum and essential educational requirement for this Driver post.

✅ Mandatory Driving Licences (BOTH Required)

This post requires TWO valid driving licences — both are mandatory:

• LMV — Light Motor Vehicle Licence: For driving cars, jeeps, vans, light ambulances, and other light vehicles used by IDS for institutional purposes, field visits, and official travel
• MCWG — Motor Cycle With Gear Licence: For riding motorcycles/bikes, which may be needed for short errands, urgent travel, or document delivery

Both licences must be valid (not expired). Attach self-attested photocopies of both licences with the application.

⭐ Additional Preferred Qualifications

The notification mentions these as additional qualifications that will strengthen your candidature:

• Hindi and English reading and writing ability — for understanding route instructions, official communication, and basic document handling
• Work experience related to the post — prior driving experience in government/institutional/NGO vehicles is highly preferred

⭐ This is a REGULAR (Permanent) Post!

This is a Regular (Niyamit) — Permanent Post — not a contractual position. Selected candidate will become a permanent employee of IDS Jaipur with full service benefits — job security, pension, provident fund, leave entitlements, annual salary increments, and all other government employee benefits. This makes it extremely valuable for a 10th pass driver candidate.

✅ Category Note

This post is designated for UR (Unreserved/General) category. However, the notification states: “All category candidates can apply for this post in the UR category.” This means OBC, SC, ST, and EWS candidates can also apply and will be considered on equal footing with General category candidates.

Step 1: Application Screening

All applications received via Registered/Speed Post will be screened for eligibility — 10th pass, valid LMV and MCWG licences, age 18-40 as on 01 June 2026, self-written declaration, and completeness of documents. Verify the departmental advertisement before applying — all recruitment rights are with the department.

Step 2: Practical Driving Test

Shortlisted candidates will likely be called for a Practical Driving Test — demonstrating their driving skills on light vehicles (cars/jeeps used by IDS). Route navigation, vehicle handling, parking, and general road safety will be tested. Candidates with prior institutional/official driving experience will have an advantage.

Step 3: Interview & Document Verification

Personal interview to assess overall suitability — discipline, communication (Hindi/English reading/writing), reliability, and conduct. Original documents — 10th certificate, both driving licences, caste certificate (if any), experience certificate, self-written declaration, NOC/character certificate — must be produced in original at this stage.

The Director
Institute of Development Studies
8-B, Jhalana Institutional Area
Jaipur – 302004
(Rajasthan)

Step 1: Verify Eligibility from Official Notification

Check the departmental advertisement. Verify eligibility — 10th pass, valid LMV + MCWG licences, age 18-40 as on 01 June 2026

Step 2: Download & Print Application Form

Download the official application form from the IDS Jaipur official website and print on A4 paper

Step 3: Fill Form in English CAPITAL LETTERS or Hindi

Fill all columns clearly. Write “N.A.” for non-applicable columns. No cutting or overwriting

Step 4: Write Self-Written Declaration (Own Handwriting – Mandatory)

Write a self-written declaration in your own handwriting that you do not consume tobacco, alcohol, or any intoxicant substance. Attach it with the application

Step 5: Attach All Documents Including Both Driving Licences

Attach self-attested photocopies of 10th certificate, DOB proof, caste certificate (if applicable), self-written declaration, LMV Licence copy, MCWG Licence copy, experience certificate (if any), NOC/character certificate (if employed)

Step 6: Write Post & Category on Envelope — Send via Registered/Speed Post

Write “Application for the post of Driver (Regular) Category: UR” on envelope. Send via Registered Post or Speed Post to The Director, IDS, 8-B, Jhalana Institutional Area, Jaipur – 302004 (Rajasthan) before 30 May 2026

Q1. What is IDS Jaipur Driver Recruitment 2026?

The Institute of Development Studies (IDS), 8-B, Jhalana Institutional Area, Jaipur – 302004 (Rajasthan) has released a Regular (Permanent) recruitment for 01 post of Driver (Chalak). Qualification: 10th Pass + valid LMV Licence + valid MCWG Licence. Pay: ₹5,200–20,200. Age: 18-40 (as on 01 June 2026). No fee. Applications via Registered/Speed Post must reach before 30 May 2026.

Q2. What are LMV and MCWG licences and why are both required?

LMV (Light Motor Vehicle) licence allows driving cars, jeeps, light vans — used for official travel, researcher transport, and institutional errands. MCWG (Motor Cycle With Gear) licence allows riding geared motorcycles — useful for urgent short trips and document delivery. IDS Jaipur requires drivers capable of handling both vehicle types, hence both licences are mandatory.

Q3. Is this a Regular (Permanent) or Contractual post?

This is a Regular (Niyamit) — Permanent Post. The notification explicitly says “Niyamit Bharti” (Regular Recruitment). The selected Driver will be a permanent employee of IDS Jaipur with job security, pension, PF, leave entitlements, annual salary increments, and all other permanent government employee benefits.

Q4. Why is the self-written declaration on intoxicants mandatory?

IDS Jaipur mandates a self-written handwritten declaration that the candidate does not consume tobacco, alcohol, or any intoxicant. For a Driver post, this is particularly critical — a driver under the influence of intoxicants poses a serious safety risk to institute staff, researchers, and vehicles. IDS maintains a strict, professional environment and requires complete sobriety from its driver.

Q5. Can OBC/SC/ST candidates apply for this UR Driver post?

Yes! The notification explicitly states: “All category candidates can apply for this post in the UR (Unreserved) category.” So OBC, SC, ST, and EWS candidates are all eligible and will be considered alongside General category candidates for this Driver post at IDS Jaipur.

Q6. What additional qualifications improve selection chances?

The notification mentions: Hindi and English reading/writing ability and work experience related to the driver post (institutional/government/research organisation driving). These will be considered as additional qualifications during the selection process. A clean driving record and experience driving institutional vehicles is particularly valuable.

Q7. Is personal delivery of the application accepted?

No! The official notification explicitly states: “Personal delivery of application will NOT be accepted.” Only Registered Post or Speed Post applications will be accepted. Do not try to deliver your application in person to IDS Jaipur. This is strictly enforced.

Q8. What exactly should be written on the outer envelope?

The notification specifies: “Application for the post of Driver (Regular) Category: UR” must be written on the outer envelope. This exact wording is important to ensure your application is properly identified and routed to the correct department at IDS Jaipur.

Q9. What is the age limit and when is it calculated?

Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Age is calculated as on 01 June 2026 — NOT the application last date of 30 May 2026. This is slightly unique — check your age against 01 June 2026 carefully before applying.

Q10. What must currently employed candidates do before applying?

The notification states that currently serving government employees must send their application through the proper official channel, which means a NOC (No Objection Certificate) from their current employer must be included. Failure to do so could disqualify the application. Additionally, a character certificate from the employer is also required.