CISF Constable (Fire) Exam Date 2026 Announcement
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), functioning under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has issued an official notice regarding the Computer Based Examination (CBE) schedule for the post of Constable (Fire)-2024. Candidates who have successfully registered for the 1,130 vacancies across India can now check the official examination dates released on the CISF recruitment portal.
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) |
| Recruitment | Constable (Fire)-2024 |
| Post Name | Constable (Fire) / Fireman |
| Total Vacancies | 1,130 |
| Eligible Candidates | Male candidates |
| Exam Name | Computer Based Examination (CBE), written exam |
| Exam Date | 1 December 2026 (Tuesday), tentative as per the notice |
| Exam Shifts | Multiple shifts; shift timings Not Yet Announced |
| Exam Date Notice Dated | 26 October 2026 |
| Official Website | cisfrectt.cisf.gov.in |
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 (Intermediate) with Science |
| Age Limit | 18 to 23 years, with relaxation as per CISF rules |
| Minimum Height | 170 cm |
| Chest | 80 cm unexpanded, 85 cm expanded |
| Application Fee | General, OBC and EWS: ₹100; SC, ST and Ex-Servicemen: Nil |
| Pay Level | Level-3 (₹21,700 to ₹69,100) |
According to the official notice published on 26 October 2026, the Computer Based Examination for Constable (Fire) is tentatively scheduled to take place on 1 December 2026. The examination will be conducted across multiple shifts at designated test centres nationwide. Candidates searching for parallel paramilitary updates can also read about the CISF Constable Driver Exam Date 2026 Announced recruitment details published in the same central notice.
Official Advisory: The announced date of 1 December 2026 is tentative. Candidates must regularly monitor the official recruitment portal at cisfrectt.cisf.gov.in for any updates or modifications regarding shift schedules and admit card releases.
Eligibility Criteria, Age Limit & Pay Scale
Candidates appearing for the written examination must fulfill all eligibility parameters laid down in advertisement Constable (Fire)-2024. The minimum academic qualification required is 10+2 (Intermediate) with Science from a recognized board or university.
The age criteria for general candidates is fixed between 18 to 23 years. Age relaxation benefits are applicable for reserved categories including SC, ST, OBC, and Ex-Servicemen as per standard Central Government rules and CISF recruitment regulations.
Selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level-3 (Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 69,100) under the 7th Central Pay Commission. The starting basic pay is fixed at Rs. 21,700, bringing the estimated gross monthly salary to approximately Rs. 37,256 inclusive of Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA).
Selection Stages & Written Exam Pattern
The selection process for CISF Constable (Fire) consists of multiple rigorous evaluation stages designed to test both physical fitness and academic aptitude:
- Stage 1: Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Stage 2: Physical Standards Test (PST)
- Stage 3: Documentation Verification
- Stage 4: Written Examination (Computer Based Test - CBE)
- Stage 5: Detailed Medical Examination (DME / RME)
The upcoming Computer Based Examination will assess candidates across objective multiple-choice sections. Specific shift timings, reporting hours, and exact examination venue addresses will be detailed on the individual e-admit cards issued prior to the test date.
How to Check Official Exam Date Notice & Updates
Candidates can verify the exam date notice directly through the official CISF recruitment portal by following these simple steps:
- Step 1: Go to the official CISF recruitment website at cisfrectt.cisf.gov.in.
- Step 2: Navigate to the "Notice Board" or "Latest News" section on the homepage.
- Step 3: Click on the notice link dated 26 October 2026 referencing the Computer Based Examination for Constable (Fire)-2024.
- Step 4: Download the PDF notice and carefully verify the tentative CBE timeline and instructions.
- Step 5: Save a copy of the official notice for future reference and keep checking the portal for the admit card download link.
Essential Documents & Important Candidate Advisory
On the day of the Computer Based Examination, candidates must report to their allotted test center with mandatory verification documents. Failing to produce these items will lead to immediate disqualification from entering the examination hall.
- Printed Admit Card: A clear printout of the official CISF written exam admit card once released.
- Original Photo ID: Valid original identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License.
- Additional Photos: Recent passport-sized color photographs matching the photograph uploaded in the application form.
Candidates should strictly refrain from making travel arrangements based solely on unverified third-party shift rumors. Shift allocations and center details finalized by CISF on the official admit card will be strictly binding.
