UPSC has announced 80 vacancies for Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in EPFO, under the Ministry of Labour & Employment. The post is Group A, Gazetted and carries Level-10 pay.
Applications will be accepted online from 22 August to 11 September 2026 through the UPSC ORA portal. The Recruitment Test is scheduled for 20 December 2026.
Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Recruiting Body | UPSC |
| Organisation | EPFO |
| Post | Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner |
| Advertisement No. | Special Advt. No. 52/2026 |
| Vacancies | 80 |
| Job Type | Central Government |
| Pay Level | Level-10 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Recruitment Test | 20 December 2026 |
| Status | Open |
Selection: Direct Recruitment by Selection.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Begins | 22 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 September 2026 |
| Recruitment Test | 20 December 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be announced by UPSC |
Candidates should complete the application well before the closing date rather than waiting for the final day.
Vacancy Details
UPSC has announced 80 APFC vacancies in EPFO.
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 29 |
| EWS | 8 |
| OBC | 18 |
| SC | 15 |
| ST | 10 |
| Total | 80 |
The recruitment also includes PwBD reservation as per the conditions mentioned in the official advertisement.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognised university/institution.
Any recognised Bachelor’s Degree → Eligible, subject to the other conditions of the notification.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| PwBD & Other Eligible Categories | As per Government rules |
Age Limit:-
The maximum age is 35 years for candidates under the standard age limit.
Salary / Pay Scale
APFC is placed in Pay Level-10 under the 7th CPC.
| Particular | Details |
| Post | Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner |
| Pay Level | Level-10 |
| Pay Structure | 7th CPC |
| Allowances | asper applicable rules |
Note: Actual monthly in-hand salary can vary after applicable allowances and deductions.
Application Fee
The application fee is ₹25 for candidates who are required to pay it. Eligible exempted categories should follow the fee rules given by UPSC.
Selection Process
The selection follows:
Recruitment Test → Interview → Final Selection
Candidates shortlisted through the Recruitment Test are called for the interview.
EXAM PATTERN
The APFC Recruitment Test is scheduled for 20 December 2026.
| Particular | Details |
| Type | Objective/MCQ |
| Marks | 300 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
Final Selection
The final merit is prepared using both stages:
| Stage | Weightage |
| Recruitment Test | 75% |
| Interview | 25% |
| Total | 100% |
How to Apply Online
Candidates can submit the application through the UPSC ORA portal.
1.Open the UPSC online application portal.
2.Complete the registration and log in.
3.Select Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 – APFC.
4.Enter your personal, educational and category details.
5.Upload the required documents.
6.Pay the applicable fee.
7.Check the form carefully and submit it by 11 September 2026.
8.Save the final application for future reference.
Documents Required
.Graduation certificate and marksheets
.10th certificate/DOB proof
.Category/EWS certificate, if applicable
.PwBD certificate, if applicable
.Valid ID proof
.Recent photograph
.Signature
.Other documents specified by UPSC
Job location
APFC officers may be posted at EPFO offices anywhere in India, depending on organisational requirements. Candidates should be ready to serve at the location allotted by EPFO.
Importants link
| Particular | link |
| UPSC Official Website | Click here |
| UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) | Click here |
| UPSC Recruitment Advertisements | Click here |
| APFC Recruitment Notification – Advertisement No. 52/2026 | Click here |
Important Note
The information on JobFikar.com is provided to help candidates understand the recruitment process in a simple manner. Vacancy, eligibility, age, fee, examination and selection details should always be checked against the latest official UPSC advertisement before applying.