UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026: 80 Posts, Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary & Exam Date

The UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) posts in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment. The recruitment is being conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) through Special Advertisement No. 52/2026.

Eligible graduates can submit their applications online. The application window opened on 22 August 2026 and will close at 6:00 PM on 11 September 2026. The UPSC has scheduled the APFC Recruitment Test for 20 December 2026.

🔴 Important: Candidates should not wait until the last day because the notification states that some examination centres will be allotted on a first-apply-first-allot basis.

UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Overview

The post is a permanent Group-A, non-ministerial post in EPFO. The headquarters is New Delhi, but selected officers may be required to serve anywhere in India.

UPSC EPFO APFC Vacancy 2026

There are 80 APFC vacancies under Vacancy No. 26085201722.

*PwBD reservation is horizontal and subject to the suitability and conditions mentioned in the official notification.

📊 Previous Vacancy Comparison

For candidates who want to understand the vacancy trend:

The 2025 recruitment advertised 74 APFC posts, while the 2023 recruitment had 159 APFC vacancies. Thus, the 2026 figure is higher than 2025 but considerably lower than 2023.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Degree from a recognised University or an equivalent qualification.

The notification also lists the following as desirable qualifications:

• Diploma in Company Law
• Diploma in Labour Laws
• Diploma in Public Administration

These are desirable, not the basic essential qualification.

Age Limit

The prescribed upper age limits are:

The relevant age is determined with reference to the closing date of the application. Additional relaxations are available for certain categories, including eligible Central Government employees, EPFO employees and Ex-Servicemen, subject to the notification’s conditions.

Application Fee

The ₹25 fee can be paid through card, UPI or internet banking. The notification specifically states that there is no fee exemption for OBC, EWS or unreserved male candidates.

UPSC EPFO APFC Salary 2026

The APFC post carries Level-10 of the Pay Matrix under the 7th Central Pay Commission. The post is a permanent Group-A position.

Candidates should also note that the post carries All India Service liability, meaning selected officers may be posted in different parts of the country according to organisational requirements.

Selection Process

The UPSC EPFO APFC recruitment process consists primarily of:

1️⃣ Recruitment Test (RT)
The written Recruitment Test will be used to shortlist candidates for the interview.

2️⃣ Interview
Candidates shortlisted through the RT and meeting all eligibility conditions will be called for interview.

3️⃣ Final Selection
The notification provides a 300-mark Recruitment Test and 100-mark Interview, with a 75:25 weightage between the two stages.

The minimum interview suitability standard is:

The minimum suitability level for the Recruitment Test will be decided by UPSC on a case-to-case basis.

UPSC EPFO APFC Exam Pattern 2026

The official notification states that unanswered questions do not attract a penalty.

📖 APFC Recruitment Test Syllabus

The broad syllabus includes:

• General English
• Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movements
• Indian Economy and developmental issues
• Governance and Constitution
• General Science and basic computer knowledge
• Elementary Mathematics and Statistics
• General Mental Ability
• Industrial Relations
• Labour Codes and Social Security in India
• Accountancy, Auditing and Insurance
• National and International Current Affairs

Important Dates

The closing date is also the date used for determining eligibility.

How to Apply Online for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026

Candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.
2. Create or access your registration profile.
3. Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) and Common Application Form.
4. Select the APFC vacancy.
5. Enter educational, personal and other required details carefully.
6. Upload the required certificates and documents.
7. Pay the applicable ₹25 fee, if required.
8. Submit the application before 6:00 PM on 11 September 2026.
9. Save and print the finally submitted application.

The UPSC notification states that applicants must provide accurate information and that applications cannot be withdrawn after submission.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following ready, wherever applicable:

• 10th/Matriculation certificate for date of birth
• Degree/provisional degree and mark sheets
• Category certificate
• OBC non-creamy-layer declaration, where applicable
• PwBD certificate, where applicable
• Age-relaxation certificate, if applicable
• Experience certificate, if applicable
• Valid photo ID
• Photograph and live photograph
• Signature
• Other supporting documents for claims made in the application

The notification requires supporting documents for claims made by candidates.

UPSC EPFO APFC Admit Card 2026

The APFC e-Admit Card has not been released yet. UPSC states that eligible candidates will receive an e-Admit Card before the Recruitment Test through its website. It will not be sent by post or email.

Candidates should therefore regularly check the official UPSC website before the 20 December 2026 test.

Previous UPSC EPFO APFC Cut-Off

The previous APFC Recruitment Test provides a useful benchmark, but candidates should not treat previous cut-off marks as the expected 2026 cut-off.

For APFC 2023, the reported Recruitment Test cut-offs were:

The final selection cut-off in 2023 was also higher because it incorporated the interview component.

👥 Previous Application Data

For the 2023 combined EPFO recruitment covering EO/AO and APFC, an RTI-based figure reported by secondary sources put the total number of applications at 9,52,605 across both posts. This figure was not specific to APFC alone, so it should not be used as the APFC 2026 applicant count.

2026 application count: Not officially published by UPSC as of this article’s update.

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Important Links

UPSC’s recruitment advertisement page currently lists Advertisement No. 52-2026 (Special).

Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner vacancies.

2. What is the last date for UPSC EPFO APFC 2026?

The last date is 11 September 2026 up to 6:00 PM.

3. What is the qualification for APFC 2026?

Candidates need a Degree from a recognised University or equivalent qualification.

4. What is the APFC Recruitment Test date?

The UPSC has scheduled the Recruitment Test for 20 December 2026.

5. What is the APFC salary?

The post carries Pay Matrix Level-10 under the 7th CPC.

6. Is there negative marking in the APFC exam?

Yes. A wrong answer attracts a deduction of one-third of the marks assigned to that question.

7. Has the APFC 2026 admit card been released?

No. UPSC will make the e-Admit Card available before the Recruitment Test.

Conclusion

The UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 is an important opportunity for graduates looking for a permanent Group-A government position. With 80 vacancies, Level-10 pay and an All India Service liability, the recruitment is likely to attract serious competition.

Candidates should complete the application well before the 11 September 2026 deadline and begin preparation for the 20 December 2026 Recruitment Test. Most importantly, check the UPSC notification carefully before submitting the form because the information entered in the application is used during shortlisting and document verification.