RMC Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Additional Chief Fire Officer Post - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

• Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) has announced a recruitment drive for the post of Additional Chief Fire Officer. This is a prestigious opportunity for candidates with a background in fire services and engineering to join a leading municipal body in Gujarat. With a competitive salary range of Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500 per month, this role offers excellent career growth and job security. This recruitment is a Competitive Examination process, involving shortlisting, a written test, a physical test, and an interview.

Vacancy Details

• Total Vacancies: 1

Educational Qualification

• Essential: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university OR B.E./B.Tech (Fire)/B.Tech (Fire & Safety)/B.Sc. (Fire)/B.Sc. (Fire & Safety)/B.Tech (Fire & EHS) etc.
• Additional Requirement: Divisional Officers Course or Fire Prevention Course from National Fire Service College, Nagpur (if degree is not in fire-related field).
• Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience in the Fire Brigade field, with at least 5 years at the Station Officer/Assistant Divisional Fire Officer level or higher.
• Other Requirements: Valid Heavy Motor Vehicle driving licence. Basic computer knowledge (as per Gujarat Civil Services Rules 1967). Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both.

Physical Standards

• Male: Height 165 cm, Chest 81-86 cm, Weight 50 kg
• Female: Height 157 cm, Weight 46 kg
• Relaxations: Available for ST candidates as per rules.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 45 years
• Age as on: Not explicitly stated; refer to official notification for cut-off date.

Age Relaxation

• 5 years for reserved category candidates of Gujarat origin only.
• No upper age limit for existing Rajkot Municipal Corporation employees.
• Maximum age (including relaxations) cannot exceed 45 years except for current RMC employees.

Selection Stages

• Shortlisting based on application data/merit.
• Written test/Online test (depending on number of applicants).
• Physical test.
• Interview/Document verification.

Exam Pattern (Tentative)

• Note: Specific exam pattern will be notified in the official admit card or exam notice.
• Negative Marking: To be confirmed in official notification; typically 1/4th or 1/3rd marks deduction for wrong answers in such exams.

Syllabus Highlights

• General Knowledge: Current affairs, history, geography, polity, economy of Gujarat and India.
• Fire Service Topics: Fire prevention, firefighting techniques, safety regulations, NFSS guidelines.
• Technical Knowledge: Engineering principles related to fire, safety equipment, disaster management.
• Reasoning/Aptitude: Logical reasoning, numerical ability, basic mathematics.

Application Fee

• Payment Mode: Online (via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI).

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

• Visit the official website of Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) or use the "Apply Online" link provided below.
• Read the official notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
• Register and fill the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
• Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online as per your category.
• Review all details before final submission.
• Submit the application on or before 20-03-2026.
• Take a printout or save a digital copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 06-03-2026
• Online Application Last Date: 20-03-2026
• Fee Payment Last Date: 20-03-2026
• Admit Card Release: To be notified later
• Exam Date: To be notified later
• Result Date: To be notified later

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Click here to download
• Apply Online: Click here to apply (Link to be updated as per official site)
• Official Website: www.rmc.gov.in

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