Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 for direct recruitment to the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment. A total of 80 vacancies have been announced under Special Advertisement No. 52/2026. Eligible graduates can submit their online applications from 22 August 2026 to 11 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM. Candidates can check complete information including vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, exam pattern, syllabus and important official links below.
Total Vacancies
80 Posts
Last Date
11 September 2026
Recruitment Test
20 December 2026
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Latest Update
UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 online application is currently active.
UPSC has invited applications for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner
posts in EPFO under Vacancy No. 26085201722.
Candidates can apply online up to
11 September 2026 at 6:00 PM.
The Pen & Paper based Recruitment Test will be held on
20 December 2026.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates & Application Fee
Important Dates
- Indicative Notification: 19 August 2026
- Detailed Advertisement: 21 August 2026
- Application Start: 22 August 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 11 September 2026
- Application Closing Time: 6:00 PM
- Eligibility Cut-off Date: 11 September 2026
- Recruitment Test Date: 20 December 2026
- Interview Date: To Be Announced
Application Fee
- UR / EWS / OBC Male: ₹25/-
- SC / ST: Nil
- Female Candidates: Nil
- PwBD Candidates: Nil
- Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI / Net Banking
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 35 Years |
| OBC | 38 Years |
| SC / ST | 40 Years |
| PwBD | Additional relaxation up to 10 Years |
- Age will be determined as on 11 September 2026.
- Maximum age of a PwBD applicant after applicable relaxation shall not exceed 56 Years.
- Eligible Central / UT Government employees may receive age relaxation as per Government rules.
- Eligible EPFO employees may receive relaxation of up to 5 Years.
- Other category-wise age relaxation will be applicable according to the detailed UPSC advertisement.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner | Degree of a recognized University or equivalent qualification. |
Desirable Qualification:
Diploma in Company Law, Labour Laws or Public Administration.
These qualifications are desirable and are not part of the basic
essential Degree requirement.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 29 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 8 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 18 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 10 |
| Total | 80 |
Out of the total 80 vacancies,
3 vacancies are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
These PwBD vacancies are included within the total 80 vacancies
and are not additional posts.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
| Exam Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Test Date | 20 December 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Pen & Paper Based |
| Question Type | Objective Type MCQ |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Recruitment Test Marks | 300 Marks |
| Interview Marks | 100 Marks |
| Medium | English & Hindi |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 of marks assigned to the question |
All questions in the Recruitment Test will carry equal marks.
There will be no penalty for questions left unanswered.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test Syllabus 2026
- General English – understanding of English language and 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.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Post | Pay Level | Post Classification |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner | Level-10, 7th CPC Pay Matrix | Central Board Group A, Non-Ministerial |
- Nature of Post: Permanent
- Probation Period: 1 Year
- Headquarters: New Delhi
- Service Liability: All India
UPSC EPFO Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner Job Profile
- Enforcement related work.
- Recovery and Accounts related duties.
- Administrative and Cash related functions.
- Legal and Pension related work.
- Computer and MIS related functions.
- Conducting statutory inquiries.
- Settlement of claims.
- General Administration.
- Maintenance of Cash Book and reconciliation of Bank Statements.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Pen & Paper Based Recruitment Test.
- Shortlisting for Interview.
- UPSC Interview.
- Final Merit List.
- Document / Eligibility Verification and Appointment Formalities.
| Selection Stage | Marks | Final Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| Recruitment Test | 300 | 75% |
| Interview | 100 | 25% |
UPSC EPFO APFC Interview Qualifying Marks 2026
| Category | Minimum Interview Marks |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 50 Marks |
| OBC | 45 Marks |
| SC / ST / PwBD | 40 Marks |
Candidates must achieve the prescribed minimum level of suitability
at both Recruitment Test and Interview stages.
UPSC will determine the Recruitment Test qualifying standard separately.
Documents Required for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026
- Class 10 / Matriculation certificate showing Date of Birth.
- Degree certificate or provisional Degree with relevant mark sheets.
- SC / ST / OBC / EWS certificate, if applicable.
- PwBD certificate, if applicable.
- Age relaxation certificate / supporting documents, wherever applicable.
- Desirable qualification certificate, if claimed.
- Valid Photo ID such as Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Passport or Driving Licence.
- Other documents supporting claims made in the online application.
How to Apply Online for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.
- Create an account and complete Universal Registration Number registration, if not already completed.
- Complete the Common Application Form and open Vacancy No. 26085201722.
- Fill personal, educational, category and other required details carefully.
- Upload photograph, live photograph, signature and all required certificates / documents according to UPSC instructions.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable, and submit the application before 11 September 2026 at 6:00 PM.
- Download and retain the final submitted application, URN and Application Number for future reference.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- The last date to submit the application is 11 September 2026 at 6:00 PM.
- Candidates must possess the required eligibility as on 11 September 2026.
- UPSC will conduct the Recruitment Test on 20 December 2026.
- No correction, alteration or modification is permitted in the application after final submission.
- Candidates are advised to use an active email address because UPSC will communicate important information through email.
- Applicants should keep their URN and post-specific Application Number safely.
- Candidates should read Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 carefully before submitting the online form.
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