The Ladakh Police Subordinate Service Recruitment Board, the body that handles subordinate service recruitment for the Union Territory of Ladakh, has announced direct recruitment to Group C posts in the Ladakh Fire and Rescue Service. The notification covers Fireman, Fireman Driver, Fireman Ministerial and Sweeper/Safaiwala positions, with 17 vacancies in total. These are uniformed and support roles in the fire and emergency services of the Union Territory, open to candidates holding a valid Ladakh domicile certificate.
LPSSRB Fireman, Fireman Driver and More Recruitment 2026
- Notification19 Oct
- Applications Open22 Oct
About LPSSRB Fireman, Fireman Driver and More Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Ladakh Police Subordinate Service Recruitment Board
- Advertisement No.
- 04 of 2026 (No. LPSSRB/F-P/21-32)
- Post Name
- Fireman, Fireman Driver and 2 more
- Job Location
- Ladakh
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Ladakh (A candidate applying for the advertised post must possess a valid Domicile Certificate of the Union Territory of Ladakh issued by the competent authority)
- Job Type
- Permanent
- Age Limit
- 18–28 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Valid Domicile Certificate of UT Ladakh; Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) with TRANS driving licence for Fireman Driver; minimum 35 words per minute typewriting on computer keyboard with 90% accuracy for Fireman Ministerial
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fireman | Nil | Nil | 10 | 1 | 11 |
| Fireman Driver | Nil | Nil | 04 | Nil | 04 |
| Fireman Ministerial | Nil | Nil | 01 | Nil | 01 |
| Sweeper/Safaiwala | Nil | Nil | 01 | Nil | 01 |
| Grand Total | 0 | 0 | 16 | 1 | 17 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Fireman11 posts
- Qualification
- Must have passed 10+2 from a recognised Board of School Education with Physics and Chemistry.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 28 years as on 01.01.2026
Fireman Driver4 posts
- Qualification
- Must have passed 10th from a recognised Board of School Education and must possess driving license Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) with (TRANS).
- Age Limit
- 18 to 28 years as on 01.01.2026
Fireman Ministerial1 post
- Qualification
- Must have passed 12th from a recognised Board of School Education, along with a minimum speed of 35 words per minute in typewriting on computer keyboard, with 90% accuracy.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 28 years as on 01.01.2026
- Note
- Candidates who do not qualify the computer typing test are disqualified and do not take part in the further recruitment process.
Sweeper/Safaiwala1 post
- Qualification
- Must have passed 10th from a recognised Board of School Education.
- Age Limit
- 18 to 40 years as on 01.01.2026
- Note
- No written examination is conducted for this post.
Age Limit
18 to 28 years as on 01.01.2026 for Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial; 18 to 40 years for Sweeper/Safaiwala
Age Relaxation
SC/ST/ALC: 5 years. Ex-Servicemen: period of actual military service deducted from actual age as prescribed under applicable DoPT/Administration rules.
Physical Standards
| Category | Gender | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial | Male | 162 cm minimum | 81 cm unexpanded minimum / 85 cm expanded minimum |
| Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial | Female | 152 cm minimum | — |
Physical Efficiency Test
| Test | Standard | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| Long Race 1600 metres | Within 7 minutes | Male candidates for Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial |
| Long Race 1000 metres | Within 6 minutes 30 seconds | Female candidates for Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial |
| Vertical Rope | Climb to a minimum height of 4 metres from ground level | Male and female candidates for Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial |
| Load Carrying Test | Carry 63.5 kg over 91.44 metres in one minute | Male candidates for Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial |
| Load Carrying Test | Carry 50 kg over 91.44 metres in one minute | Female candidates for Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial |
| Bent Knee Sit-Ups | 25 sets in 90 seconds | Male candidates for Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial |
| Bent Knee Sit-Ups | 20 sets in 90 seconds | Female candidates for Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial |
| Walk on Beam | Walk the full length of a 7 metre long, 8 cm wide beam carrying 17 kg in three attempts without falling or stepping off | Male candidates for Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial |
| Walk on Beam | Walk the full length of a 7 metre long, 8 cm wide beam carrying 13 kg in three attempts without falling or stepping off | Female candidates for Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial |
| Long Race 1600 metres | Within 7 minutes 30 seconds | Male candidates for Sweeper/Safaiwala screening test |
| Long Race 1000 metres | Within 7 minutes 30 seconds | Female candidates for Sweeper/Safaiwala screening test |
Application Fee
| Post | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Fireman | Rs 600 for UR/EWS; Rs 500 for SC/ST/ALC |
| Fireman Driver | Rs 600 for UR/EWS; Rs 500 for SC/ST/ALC |
| Fireman Ministerial | Rs 600 for UR/EWS; Rs 500 for SC/ST/ALC |
| Sweeper/Safaiwala | Rs 450 for UR/EWS; Rs 400 for SC/ST/ALC |
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Fee paid only online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards or UPI on the Recruitment Application Software (RAS) while submitting the online application form.
Selection Process
Each post has its own selection and exam — open a post to see its tests and marks.
Fireman11 posts
- Stages
- Physical Standard Test (PST) — Qualifying in nature.
- Physical Endurance Test (PET) — Qualifying in nature; long race, vertical rope, load carrying, bent knee sit-ups and walk on beam.
- Scrutiny of Original Documents — Qualifying in nature.
- Written Examination — 100 marks; the general select list is prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the written examination.
Fireman Driver4 posts
- Stages
- Physical Standard Test (PST) — Qualifying in nature.
- Physical Endurance Test (PET) — Qualifying in nature; long race, vertical rope, load carrying, bent knee sit-ups and walk on beam.
- Scrutiny of Original Documents — Qualifying in nature.
- Driving Test — 50 marks; conducted by the Board for candidates holding an LMV (TRANS) licence.
- Written Examination — 100 marks; driving test marks are added to the written examination marks.
Fireman Ministerial1 post
- Stages
- Physical Standard Test (PST) — Qualifying in nature.
- Physical Endurance Test (PET) — Qualifying in nature; long race, vertical rope, load carrying, bent knee sit-ups and walk on beam.
- Scrutiny of Original Documents — Qualifying in nature.
- Computer Test — 50 marks; 35 words per minute typing speed with 90% accuracy.
Sweeper/Safaiwala1 post
- Stages
- Screening Test (PET) — Long race of 1600 metres in 7 minutes 30 seconds for males and 1000 metres in 7 minutes 30 seconds for females; qualifying in nature.
- Scrutiny of Original Documents — Qualifying in nature.
- Trade Test — Maximum 100 marks; the Board prepares the syllabus and may co-opt trade experts.
- 1Physical Standard Test (PST)
Qualifying in nature; applies to Fireman, Fireman Driver and Fireman Ministerial.
- 2Physical Endurance Test (PET)
Qualifying in nature; five events for Fireman posts and a long race screening test for Sweeper/Safaiwala.
- 3Scrutiny of Original Documents
Qualifying in nature; original certificates with self-attested copies are verified.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | — | 60 | — |
| Reasoning | — | 15 | — |
| General Science | — | 10 | — |
| Arithmetic Abilities | — | 15 | — |
Salary Structure
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Fireman | Level-2 |
| Fireman Driver | Level-2 |
| Fireman Ministerial | Level-2 |
| Sweeper/Safaiwala | SL-1 |
How to Apply
- 1Visit the official Ladakh Police recruitment portal and open the designated recruitment link.
- 2Register on the Recruitment Application Software (RAS) using an active mobile number and email address.
- 3Enter personal details, educational qualifications, post preference, category and domicile information.
- 4Upload a scanned colour passport-size photograph in JPG format up to 500 KB, on a white background, taken within three months of the notice, without cap and spectacles.
- 5Pay the prescribed application fee online through Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards or UPI.
- 6Submit the completed online application form before the closing date.
- 7Retain a printout or PDF copy of the application form for future reference.
Documents to Carry / Upload
Important Details
- Only candidates holding a valid Domicile Certificate of the Union Territory of Ladakh can apply.
- The date of birth and category fields in the online application cannot be edited after submission, though some other particulars may be edited until the last date for submission.
- In-service government candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate from their Head of Department with the application, failing which the candidature is liable to rejection.
- Admit cards are not sent by post and must be downloaded from the Ladakh Police website.
- Candidates should submit only one application; duplicate applications are rejected.
- A person appointed is liable to serve anywhere in the Union Territory of Ladakh or at such other place as the Administration specifies.
Horizontal Reservation
- 20% for Ex-Agniveers who fulfil the prescribed educational, physical and medical standards
- 6% for Ex-Servicemen in accordance with applicable rules
- 4% horizontal reservation for Outstanding Sportspersons has not been applied due to unavailability of posts
Examination Centres
The recruitment process will be conducted at Leh and Kargil centres. Candidates must indicate their preferred centre in the online application form. Once the centre is allotted or selected, change of centre is not permitted after closure of the application process.
Tie-Breaking Rules
In case of a tie in aggregate marks, the older candidate is placed higher in merit. If still tied, alphabetical order of names is applied.
Medical Examination and Character Verification
After declaration of the provisional selection list, selected candidates undergo a medical examination by the prescribed Medical Board, verification of character and antecedents, and verification of educational, category, domicile, driving licence and other certificates from the issuing authorities. No appointment is made unless the candidate is found medically fit and the certificates are verified satisfactorily.
Training Expenses on Resignation
A person appointed to the service who resigns within the prescribed period is liable to refund training expenses, pay and allowances as prescribed under the applicable rules and orders.
Transparent Recruitment Process
- RFID and electronic timing
- Biometric authentication
- CCTV and video recording at each recruitment stage
- The entire PST/PET process is video recorded
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there negative marking in the LPSSRB written examination?
No. The written examination has 100 objective questions carrying one mark each and there is no negative marking.
In which language is the written examination conducted?
The question paper is in English only.
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