Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has released a new notification inviting online applications exclusively from qualified women candidates for the post of Woman Fire & Rescue Officer (Trainee) in the Fire and Rescue Services Department.
If you're a passionate woman looking for a career in the uniformed services with adventure, discipline, and public service, this is your golden opportunity! Read the full details below and apply online before the last date.
📝 Quick Overview
- Post Name: Woman Fire & Rescue Officer (Trainee)
- Category Number: 215/2025
- Department: Fire and Rescue Services
- Pay Scale: ₹27,900 – ₹63,700
- Method of Appointment: Direct Recruitment
- Last Date to Apply: 3rd September 2025 (Wednesday) till 12 midnight
- Apply Online: www.keralapsc.gov.in
📍 District-wise Vacancy
- Thiruvananthapuram 01
- Ernakulam 01
- Thrissur 01
- Palakkad 01
📌 Note: Candidates can apply to only one district. Multiple applications will lead to disqualification.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Educational Qualification
- Mandatory: Plus Two or equivalent
- Preferred: Diploma in Computer Application
✅ Age Limit
- 18 to 26 years (Born between 02.01.1999 and 01.01.2007 – both dates inclusive)
- Age relaxation for OBC/SC/ST as per PSC rules.
💪 Physical Qualifications
- Height (General): Minimum 152 cm
- Height (SC/ST): Minimum 150 cm
- Vision: 6/6 (Distant), 0.5 (Near), full field of vision – without glasses
- Swimming Test: Swim 50m in 2 minutes 15 seconds
- Float for 2 minutes
💡 A practical test for swimming and physical efficiency will be conducted by the Commission.
🏃♀️ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Candidates must qualify in 5 out of 8 items as per National One Star Standard:
Event Minimum Requirement
- 100m Run- 17 seconds
- High Jump- 106 cm
- Long Jump- 305 cm
- Shot Put (4kg) -488 cm
- 200m Race- 36 seconds
- Throwing the Throw Ball -14 meters
- Shuttle Race (4x25m)-- 26 seconds
- Skipping (1 minute)-80 times
📋 Training and Probation
- Training Duration: 6 months at State Fire Service Training School
- Post-training: 6 months practical training at a Fire Station
- Stipend: Basic pay during training
- Probation: 2 years within 3 continuous years after successful training
📝 Other Details
- Bond: Must serve for 7 years or pay ₹50,000 if leaving prematurely
- NCC/SPC/Sports Candidates: Eligible for bonus marks as per government orders
- Mode of Application: Online only through KPSC’s official website via One Time Registration
📸 Photo Instructions
Recent photo taken within 6 months
Name and date printed at the bottom
Photo valid for 10 years if it meets KPSC standards
❗ Important Instructions
- Candidates already working in the same post in any district cannot apply again.
- Ensure your Aadhaar is linked in the KPSC profile.
- All documents regarding age, caste, qualifications must be produced when called.
- Applications once submitted cannot be modified.
📅 Important Dates
Last Date to Apply: 03.09.2025 (Wednesday) up to 12:00 Midnight
Official Website: www.keralapsc.gov.in
This is a rare and prestigious opportunity for women candidates to join Kerala’s Fire and Rescue Services. The selection process includes physical tests, swimming trials, and rigorous training — ideal for candidates passionate about discipline, fitness, and public service.
Official Notification - Click Here
Apply now and take the first step towards a courageous and rewarding career!
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