Kerala Fire and Rescue Recruitment 2026 Apply Now

The Kerala Fire and Rescue Recruitment 2026 (Category No: 551/2025) offers a distinguished career path for young men in Kerala to serve the state in the Fire and Rescue Services Department.

The application deadline is January 14, 2026. Below is the professional guide to the selection process, physical requirements, and technical standards.

📋 At a Glance

🏃 Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Candidates who qualify for the written examination must undergo a Physical Efficiency Test. Qualification requires passing at least 5 out of the 8 items listed below.

Note: Physical measurements (height, weight, and chest) are conducted prior to the PET. Failure to meet the minimum standards results in immediate disqualification from the efficiency test.

🏊 Swimming Test (Mandatory)

Candidates must qualify in both of the following swimming assessments:

• 50-Meter Trial: Completion within 2 minutes.

• Floating Test: Ability to float for 2 minutes at the deep end of the pool.

📜 Educational & Preferential Qualifications

• Minimum: Pass in Plus Two (+2) or its equivalent.

• Preferential: Diploma in Computer Application (DCA).

• Weightage & Preferences:

  • Home Guard Volunteers: 3 years of service + specialized firefighting training.

  • NCC Certificate Holders: Bonus marks of 2% ('A'), 3% ('B'), and 5% ('C').

  • SPC Certificate Holders: Weightage applied per Government Order (01.03.2025).

🏫 Training & Service Conditions

Successful candidates undergo a comprehensive one-year training program:

• Institutional Training: 6 months at the State Fire Service Training School.

• Practical Training: 6 months of field experience at a designated Fire Station.

• Probation: 2 years of active duty within a continuous 3-year period.

• Service Bond: Candidates must execute a bond to serve the department for a minimum of 7 years.

📝 Application Procedure

1. Portal Access: Log in to the Kerala PSC Thulasi Portal.

2. Identification: Verify that Aadhar is added as a valid ID proof in the profile.

3. Application: Search for Category No: 551/2025 and click 'Apply Now'.

4. Documentation: Upload a recent photograph (taken within 6 months) with the name and date legibly printed at the bottom.

5. Submission: Confirm all details and retain a digital or printed copy of the submitted application.

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