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.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Total Vacancies: 1

Eligibility Criteria

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.

Examination Structure & Selection

Selection Stages

1. Shortlisting based on application data/merit.
2. Written test/Online test (depending on number of applicants).
3. Physical test.
4. 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)

1. Visit the official website of Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) or use the "Apply Online" link provided below.
2. Read the official notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
3. Register and fill the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
4. Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates) in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the application fee online as per your category.
6. Review all details before final submission.
7. Submit the application on or before 20-03-2026.
8. 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