Mahafireservice of Fire Advisor to the Government in Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Mahafireservice for the post of Fire Advisor to the Government in. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
12th / Higher Secondary (10+2). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
Physical Endurance Test (PET/PST).
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| of Fire Advisor to the Government in | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Mahafireservice (Tender: Gene | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Navigate to the official Mahafireservice or designated state recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal, contact, and identity details to generate login credentials.
Log in to build your professional profile, uploading scanned copies of your fire engineering degree, experience certificates, identity proof, and passport-sized photographs in the prescribed file formats.
Select the active recruitment link for 'Fire Advisor to the Government', fill in the specific administrative and technical experience details, and carefully verify all entries before final submission.
Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to pay the non-refundable application fee online using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated transaction receipt.
Download and print the generated application confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card detailing the examination date, time, and venue.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Mahafireservice of Fire Advisor to the Government in Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.
| Selection Phase / Exam Paper | Weightage & Duration | Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1: Written Screening Test | 100 Marks / 120 Minutes | Fire Dynamics, Hydraulics, Structural Fire Safety, National Building Code (NBC) 2016, and Maharashtra Fire Prevention and Life Safety Measures Act. |
| Stage 2: Technical Presentation & Domain Assessment | 50 Marks / 45 Minutes | Strategic Fire Infrastructure Planning, Disaster Management, Industrial Fire Hazards, Risk Assessment, and Modern Firefighting Technologies. |
| Stage 3: Personal Interview & Board Viva | 50 Marks / 30 Minutes | Leadership, policy formulation, communication skills, decision-making under crisis, and knowledge of state fire service administrative frameworks. |
| Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination | Qualifying | Verification of original educational credentials, fire service experience certificates, and physical fitness standards as per Maharashtra Fire Service rules. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The post of Fire Advisor to the Government in Mahafireservice is a highly prestigious, Class-I Gazetted senior advisory position. It is mapped to Level 13 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix (corresponding to the S-29 scale in the Maharashtra State Pay Rules), with an entry basic pay of INR 1,23,100. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently positioned at 53% (amounting to INR 65,243), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at 30% for Class X cities (INR 36,930), the compensation is substantial. Additionally, a Transport Allowance (TA) of INR 7,200 plus DA on TA (INR 3,816) is provided, bringing the total Transport Allowance to INR 11,016. This culminates in a Gross Monthly Salary of approximately INR 2,36,289. After statutory deductions, including 10% towards the National Pension System (NPS) amounting to INR 18,834, Professional Tax, and Income Tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately INR 1,95,000.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
Recruitment to the post of Fire Advisor adheres strictly to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) and the Government of Maharashtra. Age relaxations are granted to reserved categories, including 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates. A 10% vertical reservation is earmarked for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Due to the highly hazardous nature of fire advisory and field operations, PwBD reservations are subject to strict medical suitability. Furthermore, women candidates and reserved categories receive full or partial application fee concessions as per state policy.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Mahafireservice of Fire Advisor to
The minimum qualifying cutoff is 45% for general category candidates and 40% for reserved category candidates, though actual selection depends on merit ranking.
Normalization is only applied if the screening test is conducted across multiple shifts; otherwise, raw scores are utilized for shortlisting.
Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the Government of Maharashtra for a minimum period of 3 years post-appointment.
The selected Fire Advisor will undergo a mandatory probation period of 2 years, which includes administrative and field orientation training.
The syllabus is a balanced mix, focusing 60% on advanced technical fire engineering and 40% on fire safety legislation, policy formulation, and disaster management.
The primary posting will be at the Directorate of Maharashtra Fire Services headquarters in Mumbai, with advisory travel required across the state.