Punjab Police Fireman Eligibility, Important Dates
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Punjab has no Punjab Police fireman post. Firemen work for the Local Government Department in the state's municipal corporations and councils, and the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board (PSSSB) recruits them.
The last drive was Advertisement No. 01 of 2023, for 991 Fireman posts and 326 Driver/Operator posts (1,317 in all). The written test was on 1 October 2023, physical tests ran from 17 to 23 October 2023, counselling was on 22 to 24 November 2023, and the Fireman result came out on 31 January 2024. No new Fireman advertisement is on the board's site on 16 October 2026.
Last checked against the official notification on .
Punjab Police Fireman Details
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: matriculation at least, with Punjabi passed at matric standard.
- Age: 18 to 37 on the last date to apply, with relaxation under Punjab Government policy.
- Physique: height 5 ft 5 in at least, chest 33.5 in unexpanded with 1.5 in expansion, eyesight 6/6 in both eyes without glasses. For women only height and eyesight apply.
Selection Process
A written test, then physical tests, then counselling and document checks. The physical tests are the fire-service standards: running 100 yards carrying 60 kg of stones in one minute, lifting a hook ladder to the vertical, and climbing a rope or vertical pipe to a height of 8 to 10 feet.
How to Apply
| Post | Posts (2023) |
|---|---|
| Fireman | 991 |
| Driver/Operator | 326 |
Of the Fireman posts, 240 were in municipal corporations (155 for men and 85 for women). The notice splits the rest by council.
Important Dates
| 2023 cycle event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed advertisement | 27 January 2023 (last date 28 February 2023, fee date later extended) |
| Written test | 1 October 2023 |
| Physical measurement and efficiency tests | 17 to 23 October 2023 |
| Counselling | 22 to 24 November 2023 |
| Result of Firemen | 31 January 2024 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Punjab Police recruit firemen?
No. The Local Government Department does, through the Punjab Subordinate Services Selection Board.
Is a Fireman notice open now?
No. The last was Advertisement 01 of 2023.
What is the minimum height?
5 ft 5 in.
Is Punjabi required?
Yes, at matriculation standard.
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