UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026: 80 Vacancies, Apply Online
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• Updated on 2 Sep, 2026, 12:18 PM, by Nishad Anjum
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released the recruitment notification for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) posts in EPFO. The application process is currently open.
Eligible graduates can apply online through the UPSC recruitment portal. The last date to submit the application is September 11, 2026, at 6 PM. The Recruitment Test is scheduled for December 20, 2026.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026: Highlights
UPSC EPFO APFC Vacancy 2026
UPSC has announced 80 APFC vacancies. The category-wise breakup is given below.
Three of the 80 vacancies are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
UPSC EPFO APFC Important Dates 2026
The Recruitment Test will be used to shortlist candidates for the interview stage. UPSC will announce the interview schedule separately.
UPSC EPFO APFC Eligibility 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have a degree from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification.
A Diploma in Company Law, Labour Laws or Public Administration is listed as a desirable qualification. It is not the minimum educational requirement.
Age Limit
The maximum age varies by category:
The age will be considered as on the closing date of the application.
UPSC EPFO APFC Application Fee 2026
The application fee is low compared with many other UPSC recruitments.
The fee can be paid through debit card, credit card, UPI or internet banking.
UPSC EPFO APFC Selection Process 2026
The selection will involve:
- Recruitment Test
- Interview
- Final selection based on the prescribed selection process
The Recruitment Test will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode. It will have objective-type questions and will be conducted in both English and Hindi.
The Recruitment Test carries 300 marks, while the interview carries 100 marks. The weightage is 75:25 between the Recruitment Test and interview.
UPSC EPFO APFC Exam Pattern 2026
No marks will be deducted when a question is left unanswered.
UPSC EPFO APFC Syllabus 2026
The Recruitment Test will cover these major areas:
- General English
- Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movement
- Indian Economy and Development Issues
- Governance and Constitution of India
- General Science
- Basic Computer Applications
- Elementary Mathematics
- Statistics
- General Mental Ability
- Industrial Relations
- Labour Codes
- Social Security in India
- Accountancy
- Auditing
- Insurance
- National and international current affairs
How to Apply for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026
Candidates can submit the application through the UPSC online recruitment portal.
- Visit the official UPSC recruitment portal.
- Complete the Universal Registration.
- Fill out the Common Application Form.
- Select the APFC recruitment.
- Enter the required details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Capture the live photograph.
- Upload the signature.
- Pay the applicable fee.
- Submit the application.
- Save the final application for future use.
UPSC has advised candidates to apply before the deadline instead of waiting until the last day.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026: FAQs
How many vacancies are available in UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026?
UPSC has announced 80 vacancies for Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner posts in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation under the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
What is the last date to apply for UPSC EPFO APFC 2026?
Candidates can submit their online applications until September 11, 2026, up to 6 PM through the UPSC online recruitment portal.
What is the UPSC EPFO APFC application fee?
UR, OBC and EWS male candidates have to pay INR 25. Female, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from the application fee.
What is the age limit for UPSC EPFO APFC 2026?
The maximum age is 35 years for UR and EWS candidates, 38 years for OBC candidates, and 40 years for SC and ST candidates.
When will the UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test be conducted?
The UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test is scheduled for December 20, 2026. The test will be conducted through pen-and-paper mode.
What is the UPSC EPFO APFC exam pattern?
The Recruitment Test will be objective type and will last two hours. It carries 300 marks, followed by a 100-mark interview for shortlisted candidates.
Is there negative marking in the UPSC EPFO APFC exam?
Yes. UPSC will deduct one-third of the marks assigned to a question for every wrong answer in the objective Recruitment Test.
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