Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) Recruitment 2026 – Chief Fire Officer
Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Chief Fire Officer (CFO) in the Uttarakhand Fire & Emergency Services Department. This is a permanent Group ‘B’ gazetted post with attractive pay scale and benefits.
Organization Details
| Organization Name | Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) |
| Designation | Chief Fire Officer (CFO) |
| Location | Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India - 249404 |
| Employment Type | Permanent (Group ‘B’, Gazetted, Pensionable) |
| Pay Scale | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level-10 Pay Matrix) |
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 17 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 06 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 06 April 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Application Correction Window: 15 April 2026 to 24 April 2026
- Last Date to Submit Hard Copy/Documents: 11 May 2026 (6:00 PM)
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: 01 Post (Reserved for Uttarakhand Scheduled Caste Category)
Reservation Breakdown
- Women Reservation: 30%
- Freedom Fighter Dependents: 2%
- Ex-Servicemen: 5%
- Orphan Candidates: 5%
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Degree in Fire Engineering from National Fire Service College (NFSC), Nagpur
- OR Divisional Officers Course from NFSC Nagpur or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of automobile maintenance
- Practical experience in fire control and emergency situations
- Candidates with NCC ‘B’ certificate or minimum 2 years service in Territorial Army will be preferred
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 23 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
- Age Calculation Date: 01 July 2026
Age relaxation is applicable as per Uttarakhand Government rules for reserved categories.
Physical Standards
Height
| Category | Male | Female |
| General/Others | 167.7 cm | 152 cm |
| Hill Areas | 162.6 cm | 147 cm |
Chest (Male Only)
Unexpanded: 76.5 cm | Expanded: 81.5 cm
Weight (Female Only)
Minimum 45 Kg
Vision
- One eye: 6/6
- Other eye: Not less than 6/9
Candidates must be free from physical deformities, disabilities, or medical issues that may hinder duty performance.
Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee | Processing Fee | Total Fee |
| Uttarakhand SC | ₹60 | ₹16.36 | ₹76.36 |
| Orphan Candidates | No Fee |
Payment Mode: Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI only.
Selection Process
- Selection will be based on Interview
- Screening Test may be conducted if applications are large
- Screening test will be objective type with negative marking
- Final merit will be prepared based on interview performance
- Document verification will be done before final selection
Application Process
- Visit official website
- Register with valid details
- Fill application form carefully
- Upload photo and signature
- Pay application fee online
- Submit form and take printout
- Send hard copy with documents to commission office
General Instructions
- Only online applications are accepted
- Incomplete applications will be rejected
- Application fee is non-refundable
- Candidates must provide correct details and documents
- Government employees must submit NOC
- No modification allowed after final submission (except correction window)
- Admit card will be available online only
Contact Details
Helpline Email: ukpschelpline@gmail.com