⚠️ Important Notice: The online registration process for AMC Sahayak Fireman (Assistant Fireman) Recruitment 2026 (Advt No. 01/2026-27) was open from April 30, 2026 to May 14, 2026 (with the online fee payment window closing on May 18, 2026) and is currently closed. This page serves as a permanent reference guide detailing 10th pass eligibility, male-only physical standards (PST/PET), educational merit weightage, and fixed pay structures for Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation vacancy cycles.
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), Fire & Emergency Services Department, officially issued Advertisement No. 01/2026-27 to recruit 172 Sahayak Fireman (Assistant Fireman) vacancies. This direct recruitment drive is open exclusively to male candidates who meet the mandatory physical fitness standards and educational criteria.
Unlike standard administrative municipal recruitments, this frontline fire services selection features **no traditional written examination**. Selection is governed purely through a **Physical Standards Check (PST), Physical Fitness Test (PFT), and Educational Merit Point Calculation**.
📌 AMC Sahayak Fireman Recruitment 2026: Key Overview
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) / Fire & Emergency Services |
| Advertisement Number | 01/2026-27 |
| Post Name | Sahayak Fireman (Assistant Fireman – Direct Recruitment) |
| Total Vacancies | 172 Posts (Exclusively Male Candidates) |
| Minimum Qualification | SSC / Class 10th Pass from a Recognized Board |
| Age Limit | 18 to 32 Years (As of 14 May 2026 | Category relaxation applies) |
| Pay Scale | Fixed ₹26,000/mo (First 3 Years) ➔ Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
| Selection Mode | Physical Standards (PST) + Physical Fitness Test (PFT) + Academic Weightage |
| Application Fee | ₹500 (General) | ₹250 (EWS / SEBC / SC / ST) | Exempted (Divyang) |
| Official Website | ahmedabadcity.gov.in |
📅 Official Recruitment Schedule & Timelines
| Recruitment Phase | Official Timeline |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | April 30, 2026 |
| Online Application Window Start Date | April 30, 2026 |
| Closing Date for Submission of Online Application | May 14, 2026 (23:59 hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | May 18, 2026 |
| PST & Physical Fitness Test (PFT) Schedule | To Be Announced On Portal |
🏢 Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
The 172 Assistant Fireman seats are allocated across categories as per Gujarat Government reservation rules:
| Category Name | Allocated Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General / UR) | 69 |
| Socially & Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC / OBC) | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 25 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 17 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 16 |
| Total Vacancies | 172 Posts |
Note: 24 positions are reserved horizontally for Divyangjan (PwBD) candidates within their respective categories as per official norms.
🎓 Detailed Educational Qualifications & Extra Merit Weightage
Candidates must fulfill the base qualification and can earn additional merit points for higher technical/fire certifications:
- Minimum Academic Qualification: Must have passed Class 10th (SSC / Matriculation) from a recognized State or Central Education Board.
- Additional Qualification Weightage Points: Extra credit marks are awarded during final merit preparation for candidates holding:
- Class 12th (HSC / 10+2) Passing Certificates.
- ITI Fireman / Fire Technology Diplomas / Fire Engineering Degrees (25 to 100 points).
- Engineering Diplomas or Degrees in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automobile Engineering.
- National Cadet Corps (NCC) Certificates: ‘A’ Certificate (10 pts), ‘B’ Certificate (15 pts), or ‘C’ Certificate (25 pts).
- Course on Computer Concepts (CCC) Certificate (10 pts).
- Prior voluntary service experience with AMC Auxiliary Task Force.
📏 Physical Standard Test (PST) – Male Candidates Only
Candidates must satisfy the mandatory minimum physical parameters before being cleared for physical performance tests:
| Physical Measurement Parameter | Mandatory Minimum Standard |
|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 165 cm |
| Weight | Minimum 50 kg |
| Chest (Normal / Unexpanded) | Minimum 76 cm |
| Chest (Expanded) | Minimum 81 cm (Minimum 5 cm expansion required) |
| Visual Acuity | 6/6 Distance Vision (No color blindness, squint, or physical deformities) |
🏃 Physical Fitness Test (PFT) Event Breakdown
The Physical Fitness Test consists of four compulsory physical events carried out under timed conditions:
| PFT Event | Minimum Qualifying Standard (10 Marks) | Maximum Merit Standard (100 Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| Long Jump | 3.80 Meters | 4.70 Meters |
| High Jump | 1.00 Meter | 1.70 Meters |
| 800 Meters Run | Within 200 Seconds | Within 150 Seconds |
| 200 Meters Swimming | Within 300 Seconds | Within 165 Seconds |
🔞 Age Limit Criteria & Relaxations (As of 14 May 2026)
- Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
- Maximum Age Limit (General / Unreserved): 32 Years
Category-Wise Upper Age Relaxations
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation | Effective Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR | No Relaxation | 32 Years |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS (Gujarat Domicile) | 5 Years | 37 Years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 Years | 42 Years |
| Existing AMC Departmental Staff / Volunteers | As per AMC Service Rules | Up to 45 Years |
💰 Pay Scale & Training Tenure
- Fixed Remuneration (Initial 3 Years): Selected candidates are appointed on a fixed monthly stipend of ₹26,000/- per month for the first three years.
- Regular Absorption: Upon satisfactory completion of 3 years of service (and passing mandatory 6-month fire training), candidates transition to Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) plus standard Gujarat state government allowances.
💳 Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) Candidates | ₹500/- |
| EWS / SEBC / SC / ST Candidates | ₹250/- |
| Divyangjan (PwBD) Candidates | ₹0/- (Exempted) |
📝 Step-by-Step Guide: How Online Registration Worked
- Visited the official AMC portal at ahmedabadcity.gov.in and navigated to Recruitment & Results.
- Selected Apply Online for Sahayak Fireman (Advt No. 01/2026-27).
- Created a candidate registration profile entering full legal name, active mobile number, and email ID.
- Filled in Class 10th marks percentage, higher qualification certificates (12th, ITI, BE, NCC, CCC), and physical measurement details.
- Uploaded scanned passport-size photograph, signature, and combined experience/certificate PDFs.
- Paid the application processing fee online via Net Banking or Credit/Debit Cards before May 18, 2026.
- Submitted the form and printed the application summary receipt for personal records.
⚠️ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Was there any written exam for AMC Sahayak Fireman Recruitment 2026?
No. Selection is strictly determined by Physical Standards Verification, performance scores in the Physical Fitness Test (PFT), and academic credential weightage.
2. Can female candidates apply for AMC Assistant Fireman posts?
No. As per Advertisement No. 01/2026-27, the Assistant Fireman post in the AMC Fire & Emergency Services Department is strictly for male candidates.
3. Is 200m swimming compulsory for the AMC Fireman physical test?
Yes. The 200-meter swimming event (to be completed within 300 seconds) is one of the four mandatory components of the Physical Fitness Test (PFT).
4. What is the starting fixed salary for AMC Sahayak Firemen?
Selected candidates receive a fixed salary of ₹26,000 per month for the first 3 years of service before moving into regular Pay Level-2 scales.
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