Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 for the recruitment of
Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment. The post is a permanent Group-A position.
UPSC APFC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization |
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Department |
Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) |
| Post Name |
Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) |
| Total Vacancies |
80 Posts |
| Pay Level |
Level 10, 7th CPC |
| Job Nature |
Permanent |
| Application Mode |
Online |
| Online Application Starts |
22 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
11 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM |
| Recruitment Test |
20 December 2026 |
| Headquarters |
New Delhi |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Starts |
22 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
11 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM |
| Recruitment Test |
20 December 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Category |
Vacancies |
| UR |
29 |
| EWS |
08 |
| OBC |
18 |
| SC |
15 |
| ST |
10 |
| Total |
80 |
PwBD Reservation: 03 vacancies are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), as applicable.
Qualification
- Candidates must possess a Degree from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Desirable: Diploma in Company Law, Labour Laws or Public Administration.
Age Limit
Age Limit as on 11 September 2026:
| Category |
Maximum Age |
| UR/EWS |
35 Years |
| OBC |
38 Years |
| SC/ST |
40 Years |
| PwBD |
Up to 56 Years |
| EPFO/Central Government Employees |
Up to 5 Years Relaxation |
Pay Scale & Service Details
- Pay Level: Level 10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.
- Probation: 1 Year.
- Headquarters: New Delhi.
- The post carries All India Service Liability.
Application Fee
| Category |
Application Fee |
| Male UR/OBC/EWS |
₹25/- |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female Candidates |
No Fee |
Payment Mode: Online through Visa/Master/RuPay Credit or Debit Card, UPI or Net Banking.
Recruitment Test Scheme
| Test Type |
Pen & Paper Based Objective Type (MCQ) |
| Duration |
2 Hours (120 Minutes) |
| Medium |
English & Hindi |
| Total Marks |
300 Marks |
| Negative Marking |
1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
| Selection Weightage |
Recruitment Test : Interview = 75 : 25 |
Recruitment Test Syllabus
- General English.
- 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
- Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.
- Create an account and complete the Universal Registration (URN).
- Complete the Common Application Form (CAF) and post-specific application.
- Upload the required photograph, live photo capture and signature.
- Upload the required certificates and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application before 11 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM.
- Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Important Links
Important: Candidates should carefully read the official UPSC advertisement and verify the eligibility criteria, age limit, reservation, documents, application procedure and other conditions before applying.
