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Advt No: 52/2026Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)13/09/2026

UPSC EPFO / APFC Recruitment 2026 Online Form

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited online applications for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) vacancies in EPFO under Advt No. 52/2026, with the application window closing on 14 September 2026.

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Important Dates

Online Apply Start Date
22 August 2026
Online Apply Last Date
14 September 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
14 September 2026
Exam Date
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Vacancies & Eligibility
Official Cadre
Vacancies80Total Posts
Prescribed Qualification

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Company Law/Labour Laws/Public Administration from a recognized university

Detailed vacancy & qualification criteria in the matrix below

Application Fee

CategoryFee
General / OBC / EWS
₹25/-
SC / ST / All Female
₹0/-
PH
₹0/-
Pay via Online payment modes including Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet.
Online: UPI, Cards & Net Banking

Age Limit

Minimum 18 Years & Maximum 35-40 Years (Category Wise) as on 11 September 2026 (Age relaxation extra as per rules)
OBC: +3ySC/ST: +5yPwD: +10yExSM

Vacancy Details & Educational Qualifications

Official allocations across cadres, vacancies, category quota, and prescribed eligibility criteria.

1 Allocations

Category Quota & Vacancy Distribution

Total Quota: 80 Seats
TOTAL805 Categories
Hover or tap any circle slice or category card to inspect exact seat quotas and percentages.
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & EmploymentFinance, Accounts & Audit

Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC)

Sanctioned Seats:80 Posts
Diploma in Relevant Stream

Degree of a recognized University or equivalent. Desirable: Diploma in Company Law / Labour Laws / Public Administration.

Fresher Candidates Eligible
Total Sanctioned Posts:80 Posts

Mode of Selection / Selection Process

Sequential qualification stages in chronological order

4 Sequential Stages
01Written / CBT

Recruitment Test (RT)

Standardized examination testing core curriculum

02Interview / SSB

Interview

Psychological, physical & officer aptitude assessment

03Verification

Document Verification

Original matriculation, marksheets & category audit

04Written / CBT

Medical Examination

Standardized examination testing core curriculum

How to Fill Form

Step-by-step verified candidate procedure for error-free form submission

5 Guided Steps
01Step 1

Visit Official Portal

Go to the official UPSC online recruitment portal or use the direct application link provided.

02Step 2

Enter Candidate Credentials

Register yourself and log in to fill out the detailed application form for EPFO and APFC posts.

03Step 3

Upload Prescribed Documents

Upload necessary scanned documents, photograph, and signature as per guidelines.

04Step 4

Pay Application Fee

Pay the required application fee online through available digital payment methods.

05Step 5

Enter Candidate Credentials

Review all entered details carefully before final submission and take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.

Official Advisory: Verify personal credentials, JEE marks & upload specs before final submission.

Detailed Notification & Overview

The Union Public Service Commission has advertised 80 vacancies for Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment under Special Advertisement Number 52/2026. Eligible candidates holding a recognized bachelor's degree can apply online up to the extended deadline of 14 September 2026. The selection procedure comprises a Recruitment Test (RT) followed by an Interview, document verification, and medical examination.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

6 Essential Questions

Q1What is the application schedule and registration deadline for UPSC EPFO / APFC Recruitment 2026?

The online application process commenced on 22 August 2026 and the extended registration deadline is 14 September 2026.

Q2What are the educational qualifications required for these posts?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or a Diploma in Company Law, Labour Laws, or Public Administration from a recognized university.

Q3What is the age limit and reference date for applicants?

The minimum age is 18 years and the maximum age varies between 35 to 40 years category-wise as on 11 September 2026. Age relaxations are applicable as per rules.

Q4How much is the application fee and what are the accepted payment modes?

The application fee is ₹25/- for General, OBC, and EWS candidates, while SC, ST, female, and PH candidates are exempted with ₹0/- fee. Payments can be made online via debit card, credit card, net banking, IMPS, or mobile wallets.

Q5What are the selection stages for UPSC EPFO / APFC positions?

The selection process involves a Written Examination, an Interview, Document Verification, and a Medical Examination.

Q6Where can candidates verify official notifications and submit their applications securely?

Candidates should visit the official UPSC website at https://upsc.gov.in or access the official portal links to review notifications and submit applications.

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