The Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) has released the detailed syllabus for the post of Fire & Rescue Officer (Trainee) in Fire and Rescue Services. Candidates preparing for the upcoming Kerala PSC Fire Force examination should thoroughly understand the latest syllabus and exam pattern to improve their chances of securing a rank.
In this article, you can check the complete Kerala PSC Fire & Rescue Officer (Trainee) Syllabus 2026, exam pattern, subject-wise marks distribution, and download the official PDF syllabus.
Kerala PSC Fire & Rescue Officer (Trainee) Recruitment 2026 OverviewPost Name : Fire & Rescue Officer (Trainee)
Department : Fire and Rescue Services
Recruiting Agency : Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)
Qualification : Plus Two (Higher Secondary)
Selection Process :Written Exam, Physical Efficiency Test, Medical Test
Salary Scale : ₹27,900 – ₹63,700
Category :Kerala Government Job
The Fire & Rescue Officer post is one of the most sought-after uniformed services positions under Kerala PSC due to its attractive salary, career growth opportunities, and public service nature.
Kerala PSC Fire & Rescue Officer (Trainee) Exam Pattern 2026The written examination consists of 100 marks distributed across multiple subjects.
Subject Marks
- General Knowledge 45
- Current Affairs Included
- Mental Ability & Numerical Ability 10
- General English 10
- Regional Language (Malayalam/Kannada/Tamil) 10
- Special Topics Related to Fire & Rescue Services 20
- Total Marks 100
The official syllabus allocates marks across General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Mental Ability, English, Regional Language, and Special Topics related to the duties of the Fire & Rescue Officer.
Kerala PSC Fire & Rescue Officer Detailed Syllabus 2026
1. General Knowledge
- History
- Kerala History
- Social Reform Movements
- National Movement
- Freedom Struggle
- Modern Indian History
- Post-Independence India
- Geography
- Physical Features of India and Kerala
- Climate
- Rivers
- Natural Resources
- Environmental Issues
- Disaster Management
- Indian Constitution
- Fundamental Rights
- Fundamental Duties
- Directive Principles
- Parliament
- Judiciary
- Election Commission
- Constitutional Bodies
- Economics
- Indian Economy
- Kerala Economy
- Planning
- Banking
- Inflation
- Poverty Alleviation Programmes
2. Science
- Biology
- Human Body Systems
- Diseases and Prevention
- Public Health
- Nutrition
- Physics
- Motion
- Heat
- Electricity
- Light
- Sound
- Chemistry
- Basic Chemical Reactions
- Acids and Bases
- Metals and Non-metals
- Everyday Chemistry
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3. Current Affairs
- National Current Affairs
- Kerala Current Affairs
- Science & Technology
- Sports
- Awards
- Government Schemes
- International Organizations
4. Mental Ability & Numerical Ability
- Number Series
- Coding-Decoding
- Analogy
- Calendar
- Clock
- Ratio & Proportion
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Time & Work
- Average
- Mensuration
- Simplification
5. General English
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Synonyms
- Antonyms
- Active & Passive Voice
- Direct & Indirect Speech
- Prepositions
- Tenses
- Sentence Correction
- Idioms & Phrases
6. Regional Language
- Malayalam Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Usage
- Translation
- Comprehension
7. Special Topics Related to Fire & Rescue Services
This section carries the highest importance for Fire & Rescue Officer aspirants.
Topics include:
- Fire Science Basics
- Fire Prevention Methods
- Fire Fighting Equipment
- Rescue Operations
- Disaster Management
- First Aid
- Emergency Response Systems
- Safety Procedures
- Hazard Identification
- Civil Defence
- Rescue Techniques
- Occupational Safety
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The official syllabus specifically includes "Special Topics related to the job nature of the post" carrying 20 marks.
Physical Standards for Fire & Rescue Officer
Candidates must satisfy the prescribed physical standards and successfully clear the Physical Efficiency Test. Swimming proficiency and medical fitness are also mandatory requirements for selection.
Best Books for Kerala PSC Fire & Rescue Officer Preparation
- Kerala PSC Bulletin
- Kerala PSC SCERT Textbooks
- Manorama Yearbook
- Kerala History Reference Books
- Lucent General Knowledge
- Quantitative Aptitude Books
- English Grammar Guides
- Disaster Management & Fire Safety Notes
- Preparation Tips
- Focus on Special Topics
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The Fire & Rescue-related section can significantly influence your score. Study fire safety, disaster management, rescue operations, and first aid thoroughly.
- Read Current Affairs Daily
- Follow Kerala and national current affairs regularly.
- Practice Previous Year Questions
- Analyze previous Kerala PSC Fire Force examinations to understand question trends.
- Improve Physical Fitness
- Along with written preparation, maintain fitness for the Physical Efficiency Test.
Kerala PSC Fire & Rescue Officer (Trainee) Syllabus PDF Download
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