UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 80 Posts
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 for recruitment to the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment. A total of 80 vacancies are available.
The online application process started on 22 August 2026. The application deadline was extended to 14 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM. The UPSC has scheduled the Recruitment Test for 20 December 2026.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Department | Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Labour & Employment |
| Post Name | Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) |
| Advertisement No. | Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 |
| Vacancy No. | 26085201722 |
| Total Posts | 80 |
| Post Classification | Group ‘A’, Non-Ministerial |
| Pay Level | Level-10, 7th CPC |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 14 September 2026, 6:00 PM |
| Recruitment Test | 20 December 2026 |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | UPSC |
The UPSC recruitment advertisement page lists the 2026 recruitment advertisements, while the Commission’s website directs candidates to its online application portal for recruitment applications.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Indicative Advertisement | 19 August 2026 |
| Detailed Notification | 21 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Original Last Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Extended Last Date | 14 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM |
| Recruitment Test | 20 December 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before the Examination |
| Interview | To Be Announced |
| Final Result | To Be Announced |
Note: The application deadline was extended from 11 September to 14 September 2026. The crucial date for determining eligibility remained 11 September 2026.
Vacancy Details
Category-Wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| UR | 29 |
| EWS | 08 |
| OBC | 18 |
| SC | 15 |
| ST | 10 |
| Total | 80 |
Out of the total 80 vacancies, 3 vacancies are reserved horizontally for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) as prescribed in the recruitment advertisement.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have:
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification.
- A Diploma in Company Law, Labour Laws or Public Administration is desirable but is not the essential qualification.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit is 35 years for candidates in the applicable unreserved/EWS category.
Age is reckoned with reference to the prescribed closing/eligibility date in the recruitment advertisement. Category-wise relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules.
The reported upper age limits are:
- UR/EWS: 35 years
- OBC: 38 years
- SC/ST: 40 years
- PwBD: Relaxation as per applicable rules
Candidates should check the official notification for the exact age-relaxation provisions applicable to their category.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹25 |
| SC/ST | ₹0 |
| PwBD | ₹0 |
| Female Candidates | ₹0 |
Candidates who are required to pay the fee can make the payment through the prescribed online/offline payment methods mentioned by UPSC.
Salary / Pay Scale
The post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) carries Pay Level-10 under the 7th Central Pay Commission.
- Pay Level: Level-10
- Pay Matrix: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
- Additional allowances: DA, HRA, TA and other admissible allowances as per Government rules.
The post is a permanent Group ‘A’ position with All India Service liability.
Selection Process
The UPSC EPFO APFC selection process consists primarily of:
- Recruitment Test (RT)
- Interview
The Recruitment Test is a pen-and-paper examination. Candidates shortlisted on the basis of the Recruitment Test and meeting the prescribed eligibility conditions are called for the interview.
Recruitment Test
- Mode: Offline / Pen and Paper
- Date: 20 December 2026
- Recruitment Test Marks: 300
- Interview Marks: 100
- Final weightage: 75% Recruitment Test + 25% Interview
APFC Recruitment Test Syllabus
The major areas covered in the APFC Recruitment Test include:
- General English
- Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movement
- Developmental Issues and Current Trends in the Indian Economy
- Governance and Constitution of India
- General Science and Basic 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 National and International Events
Candidates should refer to the official notification for the complete syllabus and examination scheme.
Job Location
The headquarters of the post is New Delhi, with All India Service liability. Selected candidates may therefore be posted at different locations across India.
How to Apply for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates were required to submit the application through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.
Steps:
- Visit the official UPSC website.
- Open the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) section.
- Find Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 for APFC.
- Complete the required registration/application details.
- Enter personal, educational and category information.
- Upload the required documents, photograph and signature as prescribed.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Save or print the final submitted application for future reference.
Application Status: The extended application deadline was 14 September 2026 at 6:00 PM. Therefore, the online application window has now closed.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Closed |
| Official Notification | Download Official Notification – UPSC |
| Official UPSC Website | Visit Official UPSC Website |
| UPSC Online Application Portal | Visit UPSC Online Portal |
| Recruitment Advertisement | UPSC Recruitment Advertisements |
| Admit Card | Coming Soon |
| Result | To Be Announced |
Important: Candidates should always verify recruitment dates, eligibility, vacancies and other conditions from the official UPSC notification before relying on the information above.
