Overview
Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC) has released a notification for recruiting Animal Keepers on a contractual basis. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in wildlife care to work with Gujarat’s premier municipal corporation in their zoo and animal welfare initiatives.
Organization: Rajkot Municipal Corporation (RMC)
Total Vacancies: 10 Posts
Post Type: Animal Keeper
Job Type: Contract (Fixed Pay for 5 years, then Pay Matrix)
Application Mode: Online only
Official Website: www.rmc.gov.in
📅 Important Dates
Start of Online Application: 05 December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: 19 December 2025 (up to 23:59 hrs)
Last Date for Fee Payment: 19 December 2025 (up to 23:59 hrs)
📍 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Animal Keeper | 10 |
Note: Category-wise and women reservation will be as per Gujarat Government norms.
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Minimum Qualification Required:
- Passed Standard 10th from a recognized board
- Mandatory Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in wild animal care in any of the following:
- Zoo
- Forest Department Rescue Centre
- Breeding Centre
Important: Experience must be relevant to wild animal care and properly documented with experience certificates.
💰 Salary Details (per month)
Initial 5 Years (Contractual Period):
- Fixed Pay: ₹21,100/- per month
After 5 Years (Subject to continuation and requirement):
- Pay Matrix: ₹15,000 – ₹47,600 (Level IS-2)
- As per 7th Pay Commission and RMC rules
🎯 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted through the following process:
- Application Scrutiny: All applications will be thoroughly reviewed
- Shortlisting: Due to expected high volume of applications, shortlisting may be done
- Practical Test/Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for practical test and/or interview
- Merit List: Final selection based on performance in tests and interviews
Note: The decision of the Municipal Commissioner and Staff Selection Committee will be final and binding.
⏳ Age Limit
As on 19 December 2025:
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 33 years
Age Relaxation (as per Gujarat Government norms):
- Reserved Category Candidates: 5 years
- PwD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): 10 years
- Women Candidates: 5 years
- Overall Maximum Age Limit: 45 years (after all relaxations)
📑 How to Apply
Step 1: Visit Official Website
- Go to www.rmc.gov.in
- Navigate to the Recruitment section
Step 2: Register/Login
- Create new account or login with existing credentials
- Fill in basic details accurately
Step 3: Fill Application Form
- Complete all sections of the online form
- Enter personal, educational, and experience details carefully
- Upload recent passport-size photograph
Step 4: Pay Application Fee
- Complete online payment through net banking
- Keep transaction details safe
Step 5: Submit Application
- Review all details before final submission
- Take printout of filled application form
- Note down Application Number and Transaction ID for future reference
Important Guidelines:
- Applications submitted through any other mode will be rejected
- Ensure all information is accurate as incorrect details may lead to rejection
- Application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) Candidates | ₹500/- |
| Reserved Category Candidates | ₹250/- |
Payment Mode: Online/Net Banking only
Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Applications without fee payment will be treated as invalid.
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Candidates must have the following documents ready for uploading and future verification:
Essential Documents:
- 10th Standard Pass Certificate and Marksheet
- Experience Certificates (showing 2 years of wild animal care experience with details of designation, duration, and nature of work)
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph
- Government-Issued Photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Passport/Driving License)
Category-Specific Documents:
- Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/SEBC candidates with non-creamy layer clause)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable, issued as per Gujarat Government format)
- PwD Certificate (for persons with benchmark disabilities, showing percentage of disability)
- Ex-Servicemen Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate of Gujarat
Important Notes:
- All certificates must be from competent authorities
- Experience certificates must clearly mention job role, duration (from-to dates), and nature of work
- Documents in formats other than those prescribed by Gujarat Government may be rejected
- Keep both original and self-attested photocopies ready for verification
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | Click here to Apply |
| Official Website | Visit RMC Website |
💡 Key Points to Remember
✓ 10 vacancies – Limited positions available
✓ Online applications only – No offline mode accepted
✓ Last date: 19 Dec 2025 – Don’t miss the deadline!
✓ 2 years experience mandatory – Must have wild animal care experience
✓ Age limit: 18-33 years – Relaxations applicable as per rules
✓ Fixed pay for 5 years – ₹21,100/month initially
✓ Pay Matrix after 5 years – Subject to performance and requirement
✓ Gujarat domicile required – Must be resident of Gujarat
✓ Non-refundable fee – Pay carefully as fee won’t be returned
✓ All India posting possible – Selected candidates may be posted anywhere as per requirement
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is the Animal Keeper position permanent?
No, it’s initially a contractual position with fixed pay for 5 years. After satisfactory completion and subject to requirement, candidates may be placed in the pay matrix.
Q2: What type of experience is required?
You need 2 years of experience in wild animal care specifically in a zoo, forest department rescue centre, or breeding centre. Experience certificates must clearly mention this.
Q3: Can candidates from other states apply?
No, candidates must be domicile of Gujarat state to be eligible for this position.
Q4: Is there any interview or written test?
Yes, the selection process may include practical tests and/or interviews. Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the schedule.
Q5: What happens if I make a mistake in the application form?
Applications with incorrect information may be rejected at any stage. Ensure all details are accurate before submission as modifications are generally not allowed after submission.
Q6: Will the application fee be refunded if I’m not selected?
No, the application fee is non-refundable under any circumstances, whether you’re selected or not.
Disclaimer: This is an indicative article based on the official notification. Candidates are advised to read the complete official notification carefully before applying. All rights regarding recruitment lie with Rajkot Municipal Corporation.
