Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC)
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) from eligible candidates for recruitment by selection to the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).
VACANCY DETAILS
| Particular | Details |
|---|
| Post | Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) |
| Organisation | Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India |
| Vacancy | 80 Posts |
| Vacancy No. | 26085201722 |
| Pay Level | Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC |
| Post Status | Permanent |
| Probation | 1 Year |
| Headquarters | New Delhi |
| Service Liability | All India Service Liability |
CATEGORY-WISE VACANCIES
- UR: 29
- EWS: 08
- OBC: 18
- SC: 15
- ST: 10
- PwBD: 03 posts reserved
AGE LIMIT
As on the prescribed closing date:
- UR/EWS: Maximum 35 years
- OBC: Maximum 38 years
- SC/ST: Maximum 40 years
- PwBD: Age relaxation up to 10 years, subject to the maximum age limit of 56 years.
Other age relaxations are applicable to eligible candidates as per Government/UPSC rules.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
Essential Qualification:
- Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
Desirable Qualification:
- Diploma in Company Law; or
- Diploma in Labour Laws; or
- Diploma in Public Administration.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner will be responsible for functions including:
- Enforcement
- Recovery
- Accounts
- Administration
- Cash management
- Legal matters
- Pension-related work
- Computer-related functions
- Conducting inquiries
- Settlement of claims
- General administration
- Maintenance of Cash Book
- Reconciliation of Bank Statements
- Preparation/management of MIS returns and other statutory and administrative functions.
SELECTION PROCESS
The selection process includes:
1. Recruitment Test (RT)
2. Interview
The Recruitment Test will be:
- Objective type / Multiple Choice Questions
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Medium: English and Hindi
- Total Marks: 300
- Negative marking applicable – one-third mark assigned to the question will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Interview: 100 Marks
The prescribed weightage is:
- Recruitment Test: 75%
- Interview: 25%
The Recruitment Test for APFC is scheduled to be conducted on:
20 December 2026
The date of interview will be intimated separately to shortlisted candidates.
RECRUITMENT TEST SYLLABUS
The Recruitment Test broadly covers:
- 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
APPLICATION DATES
Online Application Start Date: 22 August 2026
Last Date for Submission:
11 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM
Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the closing date.
APPLICATION FEE
- General/UR, EWS and OBC Male Candidates: ₹25/-
- Women Candidates: No Fee
- SC/ST Candidates: No Fee
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): No Fee
The fee can be paid through available online modes including Debit/Credit Card, UPI or Internet Banking.
HOW TO APPLY
Eligible candidates are required to apply online only through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.
Apply Online:
UPSC Online Recruitment Application Portal
Candidates should carefully read the instructions before completing the application and uploading the required documents.
IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS
Candidates should keep the required documents/certificates ready, including, wherever applicable:
- Matriculation/10th Certificate for Date of Birth
- Degree/Diploma Certificate and Marksheets
- Category/Caste Certificate
- PwBD Certificate
- Experience Certificate, wherever applicable
- Age Relaxation Certificate, wherever applicable
- Other documents supporting claims made in the application
IMPORTANT NOTES
- The eligibility of candidates will be determined with reference to the prescribed closing date of the online application.
- Mere possession of the minimum educational qualification does not automatically entitle a candidate to be called for interview.
- UPSC may adopt shortlisting criteria depending upon the number of applications received.
- Candidates must provide correct and complete information in the online application.
- False information or suppression of material facts may result in rejection of candidature and debarment.
- Candidates already in regular Government service are required to inform their Head of Office/Department regarding their application.
- Candidates should provide a valid and active email ID as communication regarding the recruitment will be made electronically.
- The post carries All India Service Liability, and selected officers may be required to serve anywhere in India.
HELPDESK
For assistance regarding the application process:
Helpline: 011-24041001 / 011-40303444
Email: upscsoap@nic.in
Helpdesk Timing: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on working days during the application window.
IMPORTANT
Candidates are advised to carefully read the complete UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 before applying and ensure that they satisfy all prescribed eligibility conditions.
Official UPSC Website:
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Apply Online:
UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA)
Advertisement: Special Advertisement No. 52/2026
Post: Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner
Total Vacancies: 80
Last Date: 11 September 2026, 6:00 PM
