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Rio Government Confirms New PMERJ Contest for 2026 with 4,000 Soldier Vacancies; See the Requirements, Salaries, and News about the Corporation’s Structure.
The PMERJ (Military Police of the State of Rio de Janeiro) contest has a new announcement scheduled for 2026, offering 4,000 vacancies for the position of Soldier. We will examine the requirements for the PMERJ contest.
The government of the State of Rio de Janeiro confirmed the holding of a new PMERJ contest. The selection is scheduled to take place in 2026 and already has 4,000 vacancies announced. The information was confirmed by the governor Cláudio Castro during an official event.
New PMERJ Contest Confirmed
The governor stated that the PMERJ contest is part of an effort to modernize and strengthen public safety in the state.
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According to Cláudio Castro, “we will hold a new contest next year. This is further evidence that we are working to ensure dignity for our agents.”
The government’s goal is to incorporate 8,000 new police officers into the corporation by 2026. Of these, 4,000 have already been called as excess from the last contest, held in 2023. The other 4,000 will come from the new selection.
Despite the official announcement, the authorization for the contest has not yet been published in the Official Gazette.
Only after this publication can the PM begin the legal proceedings to hire the organizing committee.
Number of Vacancies and Forecast
The Military Police confirmed that the new selection will have 4,000 vacancies for soldiers. The goal is to complete the entry of 8,000 new agents.
The preparations are in the initial phase, and PMERJ has informed that more details will be released later.
Requirements for the Position of Soldier
To participate in the contest, candidates must meet a series of requirements. According to the corporation, they are:
- Have completed high school;
- Be between 18 and 32 years old by the first day of registration (considering the day before the 33rd birthday);
- Have a minimum height of 1.65 meters for men and 1.60 meters for women;
- Possess a National Driver’s License (CNH), except only category A.
Moreover, since a decision by the Supreme Court, there is no longer a division of vacancies by gender. Therefore, men and women compete on equal terms.
Salaries and Hiring Regime
During the Soldier Formation Course (CFSD), which lasts 12 months, approved candidates will receive a gross remuneration of R$ 2,956.41.
After graduation, the starting salary rises to R$ 5,233.88. Professionals are hired under a statutory regime, which guarantees stability in the public career.
This hiring model is typical for military positions and reinforces the professional’s permanence in public service.
Enhanced Security with New Fleet and Helicopter
The announcement of the new contest was made during the delivery of 214 new semi-armored vehicles for PMERJ. This batch is part of a total of 758 vehicles that are to be incorporated by the end of the semester.
The new fleet includes 103 Renault Duster SUVs and 111 Fiat Titano pickups. In total, the PM will receive 414 units of the Duster, 220 of the Titano, and 127 Toyota Corolla sedans.
These vehicles are the first to feature quadrilateral paint on the bodywork, an international standard already used by other security forces worldwide.
Since 2022, the Fluminense government has acquired 1,714 vehicles, in addition to 956 various vehicles, 300 motorcycles, 30 armored vehicles, 22,000 ballistic vests, 3,400 helmets, 600 rifles, 500 stun guns, and 44,000 uniforms.
Black Hawk Arrives in Rio de Janeiro
Another announced novelty is the arrival of an armored Black Hawk helicopter. The aircraft, used by the United States Armed Forces since 1979, will be integrated into PMERJ’s air fleet later this year.
The model is known for its robustness and capability to operate in hostile environments. In Rio de Janeiro, it will be used in operations in conflicted areas where criminal factions are active.
With special armor, the helicopter is expected to increase the protection of agents in high-risk actions.
Expanded Air Fleet
Currently, the PM of Rio has aircraft of the Bell Huey II, AW-169, AW119, and H-125 models. These aircraft are employed in patrolling, personnel transport, and tactical actions.
The arrival of the Black Hawk reinforces the government’s strategy to invest in modern equipment to face the challenges of public safety in the state.
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