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Fire and Rescue Officer (Driver) (Trainee) – Fire and Rescue Services – 429/2025

Last Updated On: 12/04/2026

The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) has announced that they are inviting applications for the post of Fire and Rescue Officer (Driver) (Trainee) in Fire and Rescue Services exam on 30-10-2025 under category no 429/2025. Candidates who are interested in working as an Fire and Rescue Officer (Driver) (Trainee) in the state of Kerala with a pay scale of ₹ 27,900 - 63,700/-, can now apply for the exam through the official KPSC website. The last date of application will be 03-12-2025.

Candidates are advised to apply before the deadline, as the application process will not be accepted after the last date. The number of vacancies and other details regarding qualifications and eligibility will be provided below.

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Category No	429/2025
Gazette Date	30-10-2025
Last Date	03-12-2025
Department	Fire and Rescue Services
Name of Post	Fire and Rescue Officer (Driver) (Trainee)
Scale of pay	₹ 27,900 - 63,700/-
Number of vacancies	Latin Catholic / Anglo Indian – 01 (One)
Method of appointment	Direct Recruitment (from candidates belonging to Latin Catholic / Anglo Indian only)
Age Limit	18-29; Only candidates born between 02.01.1996 and 01.01.2007 (both dates included) are eligible, including age relaxation as per General Conditions para 2(i).
Qualifications	Must have passed Plus Two or its equivalent examination. Must possess valid current Motor Driving License with endorsement for driving heavy goods vehicle or heavy passenger vehicle with badge. Physical Qualifications: Height (without Footwear) 165 cms, Weight 50 kgs, Chest 81 cms, Chest Expansion 5 cms. Visual Standards (without glasses): Distant vision 6/6 snellen, Near vision 0.5 snellen (Right and Left eye), Field of Vision Full. Must qualify in the physical efficiency test of National One Star standard.
Notes	First NCA Notification for Latin Catholic / Anglo Indian community. Rule 10(a)(ii) of Part II KS & SSR is applicable. Preferential: Diploma in Computer Application. Home Guard Volunteers with 3 years tenure and Fire Fighting training have preferential qualification. Selected candidates must execute a bond of Rs 50,000 to serve for 7 years. Training: 4 months in State Fire Service Training School.