The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) EPFO has announced its UPSC EPFO Recruitment notification for a total of 80 vacancies for Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation, Ministry of Labour & Employment. Interested candidates who hold a degree in any field are eligible to apply for the positions.

The application deadline is September 11, 2026. The detailed eligibility, selection process, and other details for the UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2026 is explained below.

UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2026:

Organization  The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Post Name Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC)  
Salary Level- 10 (7th CPC)
Total Vacancies 80 Posts
Job Location Across India
Probation period
 1 Year
Last date to apply 11 September 2026 (6 PM)
Recruitment Test (RT) Date
 20 December 2026
Official website https://upsc.gov.in/

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UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification:

  • Degree of a recognised University or Equivalent.

    UPSC EPFO 2026 Recruitment Vacancy :

    Category Vacancies
    Unreserved (UR) 29
    Economically Weaker Section (EWS) 08
    Other Backward Classes (OBC) 18
    Scheduled Caste (SC) 15
    Scheduled Tribe (ST) 10
    Total 80
    Of which, reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) 03

    UPSC EPFO 2026 Recruitment Selection Process:

    The Selection Process of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) EPFO includes the following Stages:

    • Recruitment Test (RT)
    • Interview

    Exam Format:

    • Duration: 2 Hours.

    • Type of Questions: It is a multiple-choice test where you pick the right answer from a few options.

    • Language: The questions will be in both English and Hindi.

    • Negative Marking: For wrong answer 1/3 of the points will be deducted. If no answer is marked for a question, there will be no penalty for that question.

    Weightage:

    The final selection will be based on a 75:25 weightage ratio between the Recruitment Test and the Interview, respectively.

    Minimum Interview Scores

    • 50 points – General or EWS category.

    • 45 points – OBC category.

    • 40 points – SC, ST, or PwBD categories

    Age Limit

    • General/ EWS: 35 years
    • Age relaxation as per govt rules.
      – OBC: 38 years
      – SC/ST: 40 Years
      – PwBD: 56 years

    UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2026 Application Fees:

    • Gen/ OBC/ EWS – Rs. 25/-
    • SC/ ST/ PwBD/ Female – No Fee

    UPSC EPFO Syllabus for Recruitment Test  

    The computer-based exam will consist of the following subjects
    • General English- To evaluate a candidate’s understanding of English language &
      workman- like use of words.
    • Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movements.
    • Developmental Issues and Present Trends in Indian Economy.
    • Governance and Constitution of India.
    • General Science and Basic Knowledge of Computer Applications.
    • Elementary Mathematics, Statistics and General Mental Ability.
    • Industrial Relations, Labour Codes and Social Security in India.
    • Principles of Accountancy, Auditing and Insurance.
    • Current Events of National and International Importance.

    How to Apply Online for UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2026?

    • Click on the “Apply Here” link
    • Account Creation & Universal Registration (URN)
    • Fill the Common Application Form (CAF)
    • Complete Post-Specific Application & Upload Documents
    • Pay the Application Fee & Submit.

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    UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2026 Notification

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    Frequently asked questions (FAQs) for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026:

    1. What is the total vacancies for this post?

    80 posts (UR: 29, OBC: 18, SC: 15, ST: 10, EWS: 08, including 3 vacancies reserved for PwBD).

    2. What is the minimum educational qualification required?

    A graduate degree from a recognized university or equivalent in any discipline.

    3. What is the age limit and category-wise relaxation?

    • UR / EWS: Up to 35 years.

    • OBC: Up to 38 years (3 years relaxation).

    • SC / ST: Up to 40 years (5 years relaxation).

    • PwBD: Up to 10 years additional relaxation (maximum age capped at 56 years).

    • EPFO / Central Govt. Employees: Up to 5 years relaxation as per government rules.

    4. What are the key application and exam dates?

    • Application Window: August 22, 2026 – September 11, 2026 (closes at 18:00 HRS).

    • Pen-and-Paper Recruitment Test (RT): December 20, 2026.

    5. What is the application fee, and who is exempt?

    • Fee: ₹25 for Unreserved, OBC, and EWS male candidates.

    • Exempted: All Female candidates, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates pay no fee.

    6. What is the selection process and final weightage?

    • Two Stages: A 2-hour objective Recruitment Test (300 marks) followed by a Personality Test/Interview (100 marks).

    • Final Weightage: Combined in a 75:25 ratio (75% written test score + 25% interview score).