Surat Municipal Corporation Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for Additional Chief Fire Officer and Deputy Chief Fire Officer Posts

The Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) has released an official notification inviting online applications for the posts of Additional Chief Fire Officer and Deputy Chief Fire Officer in the Fire & Emergency Services Department. This recruitment drive aims to strengthen fire safety and emergency response in the city by inducting highly qualified and experienced professionals.

Important Dates

• Starting Date of Online Application: 25th September 2025 (11:00 AM)
• Last Date to Apply Online: 9th October 2025 (11:00 PM)
• Official Website for Application: www.suratmunicipal.gov.in

Vacancy Details

• Additional Chief Fire Officer  01 Post
• Deputy Chief Fire Officer  01 Post

(Reservation and relaxation applicable as per Gujarat Government rules)Eligibility Criteria

1. Additional Chief Fire Officer

• Educational Qualification:
  • Bachelors Degree with Divisional Officers Course/Fire Prevention Course from National Fire Service College, Nagpur OR
  • B.E./B.Tech in Fire/Fire & Safety OR B.Sc. (Fire/Fire & Safety) from a recognized university.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years service in Fire Brigade, out of which at least 3 years must be in a post equivalent to Station Officer/Assistant Divisional Officer in Govt./Local Bodies/PSU/Corporation/Company.
• Other Requirements:
  • Basic computer knowledge (as per Gujarat Civil Services rules).
  • Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.
  • Must meet physical & medical standards (Appendix-A).

2. Deputy Chief Fire Officer

• Educational Qualification:
  • Same as Additional Chief Fire Officer (see above).
• Experience: Minimum 7 years service in Fire Brigade, with at least 3 years in a post equivalent to Station Officer/Assistant Divisional Officer.
• Other Requirements:
  • Computer proficiency.
  • Knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.
  • Fulfillment of physical standards (Appendix-A).

Physical Standards (Appendix-A)

For Male Candidates:

• Height: 165 cm (160 cm for ST of Gujarat origin)
• Chest: 81 cm (deflated), 86 cm (inflated) with at least 5 cm expansion
• Weight: Minimum 50 kg

For Female Candidates:

• Height: 157 cm (154.5 cm for ST of Gujarat origin)
• Weight: Minimum 46 kg

Unfit if suffering from: Knock Knee, Pigeon Chest, Squint Eye, Flat Feet, Varicose Veins, Hammer Toes, Fractured Limbs, Decayed Teeth, Communicable/Skin Diseases.

Medical fitness will be certified by an authorized medical officer as per SHAPE I standards (Psychological, Hearing, Appendage, Physical capacity, Eyesight).

Selection Process

• Shortlisting based on educational qualifications, experience, and eligibility criteria.
• Written Examination / Interview (as decided by SMC).
• Document Verification & Medical Test.

Probation & Training

• Selected candidates must successfully complete the Divisional Officers Course at the National Fire Service College, Nagpur (if not already completed) during the probation period (extendable if needed).

Application Process

1. Visit the official website  www.suratmunicipal.gov.in.
2. Complete User Registration with personal details, mobile number, and email verification.
3. Fill out the Online Application Form with personal, educational, and experience details.
4. Upload required documents, photo, and signature.
5. Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.

Key Instructions

• Only online applications will be accepted.
• Candidates must ensure eligibility before applying.
• Incomplete or incorrect applications are liable for rejection.
• Reservation benefits will be applicable only to candidates with valid certificates.

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Conclusion

The Surat Municipal Corporation Recruitment 2025 provides an excellent career opportunity for experienced fire safety professionals to serve in critical leadership roles as Additional Chief Fire Officer and Deputy Chief Fire Officer. Interested candidates should apply online through the official SMC portal before the deadline.