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UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026: Exam Date (20 Dec), Syllabus & Scheme for 80 Officer Posts

Advt No: Special Advertisement No. 52/2026•Union Public Service Commission

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Recruitment Stages & Upcoming Exam Milestones

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Application window closed on 11 Sept 2026

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Stage 1: Recruitment Test (RT: 120 Objective Multiple Choice Questions, 300 Marks, 2 Hours

General English, Indian Culture/Heritage, Governance & Constitution, Industrial Relations & New Labour Codes, Social Security, General Science, Elementary Math & Statistics) with 1/3rd Negative Marking

Official Stage

Stage 2: Shortlisting for Interview in 75:25 Weightage Rati...

Shortlisting for Interview in 75:25 Weightage Ratio (75% RT Score + 25% Interview Score)

Interview

Stage 3: Personal Interview & Personality Test before UPSC...

Personal Interview & Personality Test before UPSC Board (100 Marks with Minimum Qualifying Marks)

Interview

Stage 4: Document Verification

(DV) & Scrutiny of Online Recruitment Application (ORA) Claims

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Total Vacancies

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Assistant Public Provident Commissioner (APFC) in EPFO, Ministry of Labour & Employment

Min Qualification

ANY GRADUATE

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Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 35 Yrs

as on 11 Sept 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹56,100–₹1,77,500

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About this Recruitment

Online applications for 80 Assistant Public Provident Commissioner (APFC) Group 'A' vacancies under UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 in EPFO closed on 11 September 2026. The recruitment process is currently in the written Recruitment Test (RT) preparation stage, with the offline exam scheduled nationwide on 20 December 2026. Candidates can review the four new labour codes syllabus, scoring weightage, and selection scheme below.

✨ Copilot Highlights

UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 for 80 APFC Group 'A' Gazetted posts.
Pay Matrix Level 10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) with starting in-hand salary of ~₹91,500 to ₹1,02,000 per month.
Online applications closed on 11 September 2026; RT exam scheduled for 20 December 2026.
Selection based on 75:25 weightage ratio (75% Recruitment Test + 25% Interview).
Updated syllabus featuring the Four New Labour Codes & Social Security Laws.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

35 Years

* Age calculated as on: 11 September 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

SC / ST Candidates: +5 Years

OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: +3 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - UR): +10 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - OBC): +13 Years

Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD - SC/ST): +15 Years

Employees of EPFO / Central Government Servants: +5 Years

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Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE, B A, B SC, B COM, B TECH BE, LLB LLM, MBA PGDM, CA ICWA CS

Important Dates & Timeline

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Notification Released

22 August 2026

Application Start Date

22 August 2026

Last Date to Apply

11 September 2026

Exam Date

20 December 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name	Vacancies	Eligibility
Assistant Public Provident Commissioner (APFC) in EPFO, Ministry of Labour & Employment	80	ANY GRADUATE

Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Pay Matrix Level 10 (Basic Pay ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) under 7th CPC (Group 'A' Gazetted Officer) plus Dearness Allowance, HRA, Transport Allowance with DA thereon, Central CGHS Health Facilities, and EPFO Executive Perks.

Official Pay Scale

₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):

Ministry of Finance City Classification

Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)

Monthly Allowances & Earnings

Tier Y

Basic Pay₹56,100

Dearness Allowance (DA)50%

₹28,050

House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%

₹10,098

Transport Allowance (TA)₹5,400

Gross Monthly Salary₹99,648

Standard Deductions

Statutory

National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)

-₹8,415

CGHS / Health Insurance-₹650

Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60

Total Deductions-₹9,125

Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹90,523

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹11.96 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

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Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes

Total Marks: 100

Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)

Subject / Section	No. of Questions	Max Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25
General Awareness & Current Affairs	25	25
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability	25	25
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject	25	25

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://www.upsc.gov.in

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: Special Advertisement No. 52/2026) to confirm eligibility criteria.

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

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Application Fee Details

General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates₹25

SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates of All CategoriesFree

Payment Modes: Online SBI Net Banking / Visa / Master / RuPay Credit / Debit Card / UPI Gateway via UPSC ORA Portal

Selection Process

Stage 1: Recruitment Test (RT: 120 Objective Multiple Choice Questions, 300 Marks, 2 Hours - General English, Indian Culture/Heritage, Governance & Constitution, Industrial Relations & New Labour Codes, Social Security, General Science, Elementary Math & Statistics) with 1/3rd Negative Marking

Stage 2: Shortlisting for Interview in 75:25 Weightage Ratio (75% RT Score + 25% Interview Score)

Stage 3: Personal Interview & Personality Test before UPSC Board (100 Marks with Minimum Qualifying Marks)

Stage 4: Document Verification (DV) & Scrutiny of Online Recruitment Application (ORA) Claims

Stage 5: Medical Examination & Final Recommendation by UPSC for Appointment in Ministry of Labour & Employment

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026?

UPSC has announced 80 Group 'A' Gazetted vacancies for Assistant Public Provident Commissioner (APFC) under Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 in EPFO.

What was the last date to apply online for UPSC EPFO APFC 2026?

The online application window on upsconline.nic.in closed on 11 September 2026 (11:59 PM). The offline pen-and-paper Recruitment Test (RT) will be held on 20 December 2026.

What is the educational qualification required for the APFC post?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Desirable qualifications include a Diploma in Company Law / Labour Laws / Social Work / Management.

What is the age limit for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment?

The maximum age limit is 35 years as of 11 September 2026. SC/ST candidates receive 5 years relaxation (up to 40 years), OBC-NCL receives 3 years (up to 38 years), and PwBD candidates receive 10-15 years relaxation.

What is the application fee for UPSC APFC?

General, OBC, and EWS male candidates pay a nominal fee of ₹25. SC, ST, PwBD, and female candidates of all categories are 100% exempted from fee payment (₹0).

When will the UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test (RT) be conducted?

The nationwide pen-and-paper Recruitment Test (RT) will be held on 20 December 2026 across major UPSC examination centres.

What is the selection process and syllabus for UPSC APFC 2026?

Selection consists of a Recruitment Test (75% weightage, 300 marks) testing English, Governance, Indian Economy, New Labour Codes, Social Security, Math & Statistics with 1/3rd negative marking, followed by a UPSC Interview (25% weightage, 100 marks).

What is the salary and rank of an Assistant Public Provident Commissioner?

APFC is a Group 'A' Junior Scale Gazetted post in Pay Matrix Level 10 (Basic Pay ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500). Initial gross salary ranges between ₹95,000 and ₹1,05,000 per month including DA, HRA, and allowances.

How do candidates apply for UPSC EPFO APFC online?

Visit upsconline.nic.in, complete One Time Registration (OTR), go to Online Recruitment Application (ORA), fill in educational details, upload certificates, pay ₹25 fee, and submit before 11 September 2026.

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