UPSC Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner Recruitment 2026
Union Public Service Commission · All India · Updated 24 Aug 2026
⏳ 18 days left to apply (Last date: 11 Sept 2026)
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) invites online applications for 80 vacancies for the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) under the Ministry of Labour & Employment.
Important Dates
| Notification date | 21 Aug 2026 |
| Apply from | 22 Aug 2026 |
| Last date | 11 Sept 2026 |
| Exam date | 20 Dec 2026 |
Application Fee
| General/OBC/EWS Male | ₹25 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Female | Free / Exempted |
Pay via Visa/Master/Rupay Credit/Debit Card/UPI Payment or Internet Banking.
Key Details
| Age limit | —–3535 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST. Age is further relaxable up to 10 years for PwBD (subject to a maximum age limit of 56 years). |
| Qualification | Degree of a recognised University or Equivalent from a recognised University. |
| Pay Scale | Level- 10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC. |
| Total posts | 80 |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Eligibility | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner | Degree of a recognised University or Equivalent. | 80 |
Category-wise Vacancy
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | 29 | 8 | 18 | 15 | 10 | 80 |
Selection Process
- Written Exam (Recruitment Test - RT)
- Interview
Exam Districts
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How to Apply
- Apply online through the UPSC website https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/
- Complete Account creation, Universal Registration, and Common Application Form (CAF).
- Fill the post/vacancy specific module.
- Upload photograph, live photograph, signatures, and required documents (Date of Birth, Caste, Disability, Educational Qualification, Experience etc.) in PDF format.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable) online.
- Take a printout of the finally submitted Online Recruitment Application for future reference and for submission during the interview.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for UPSC Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner 2026?
The last date for submission of online applications is September 11, 2026, by 18:00 HRS.
How many vacancies are available for Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner?
There are a total of 80 vacancies for the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner.
What is the application fee for UPSC APFC 2026?
The application fee is ₹25 for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. Female, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
What are the essential educational qualifications?
Candidates must possess a Degree from a recognised University or Equivalent.
What is the age limit for this recruitment?
The upper age limit is 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST candidates. Age relaxation applies for PwBD candidates up to 10 years (maximum 56 years).
When will the Recruitment Test (RT) be conducted?
A Pen & Paper based Recruitment Test (RT) is scheduled for December 20, 2026.
What is the selection process for Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner?
The selection process involves a Recruitment Test (RT) to shortlist candidates, followed by an Interview. The weightage for RT and Interview will be 75:25.
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