The educational qualifications vary by post:
- Deputy Chief Fire Officer & Divisional Officer: A degree from a recognized university PLUS a Divisional Officer's Course from NFSC, Nagpur OR a B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc degree in Fire or related fields. A Heavy Motor Vehicle license is mandatory.
- Station Officer & Sub Officer (Fire): A degree from a recognized university PLUS a Sub Officer's Course from NFSC, Nagpur OR a B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc degree in Fire or related fields. A Heavy Motor Vehicle license is mandatory.
- Fire Operator (Male): Must have passed 10th standard and completed a Fireman's course from a government-recognized institution. A Heavy Motor Vehicle license is also required.