UPSC EPFO / APFC Recruitment 2026: Online Application Last Date is TODAY (11 September)
UPSC EPFO / APFC Recruitment 2026: Online Application Last Date is TODAY (11 September)
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 5
1. Overview
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has invited Online Recruitment Applications for direct recruitment by selection to 80 vacancies of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment, under Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 (Vacancy No. 26085201722). Applications opened on 22 August 2026 and the online window closes at 1800 Hrs on 11 September 2026.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 1 & Page 5
2. Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application start date | 22 August 2026 |
| Online application closing date | 11 September 2026, 1800 Hrs |
| Recruitment Test (RT) date | 20 December 2026 |
| Interview / Personality Test date | To be intimated separately |
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 5
3. Vacancy Details
Post: Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC), Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation. Pay Level-10 in the Pay Matrix (7th CPC). The post is permanent, Central Board Group “A”, Non-Ministerial, with an All India Service liability and headquarters at New Delhi.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 29 |
| EWS | 08 |
| OBC | 18 |
| SC | 15 |
| ST | 10 |
| Total | 80 |
| Of which, PwBD | 03 |
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 1
4. Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on closing date)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 35 years |
| OBC | 38 years |
| SC / ST | 40 years |
| PwBD (additional relaxation) | Up to 10 years extra (subject to a maximum age of 56 years) |
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Pages 2-3
Educational Qualification
Essential: Degree of a recognised University or equivalent.
Desirable: Diploma in Company Law / Labour Laws / Public Administration.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 3
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 5
5. Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 25/- |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women (all categories) | Exempted (No fee) |
Fee is payable online via Visa/Master/RuPay Credit/Debit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking. Fee once paid is not refundable under any circumstance.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 12
6. Selection Process
Selection is through a pen & paper based Recruitment Test (RT) to shortlist candidates, followed by an Interview. The RT is an objective type, multiple-choice test of 2 hours duration, in English and Hindi, with negative marking (one-third deduction for each wrong answer).
| Stage | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|
| Recruitment Test (RT) | 300 | 75% |
| Interview | 100 | 25% |
Minimum level of suitability in Interview: General/EWS – 50 marks; OBC – 45 marks; SC/ST/PwBD – 40 marks (out of 100).
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Appendix-I
7. Recruitment Test (RT) Centres
The Recruitment Test will be held at 84 centres across India, including Agra, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Chennai, Delhi, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Indore, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Pune, Ranchi, Thiruvananthapuram and Varanasi, among others. Centre allotment is on a first-apply-first-allot basis and is subject to a ceiling at most centres (except Chennai, Dispur, Kolkata and Nagpur), so candidates are advised to apply early to get a centre of their choice.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Pages 16-17
8. How to Apply
Candidates must apply online only through upsconline.nic.in/ora. The portal requires completion of Account creation, Universal Registration (URN), Common Application Form (CAF), and the post-specific fourth module. Aadhaar Card is strongly recommended as the ID document for verification. Applications cannot be withdrawn or edited after submission.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Pages 8-9
9. Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Apply Online at upsconline.nic.in |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 (PDF) |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
What is the last date to apply for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026?
The online application window closes at 1800 Hrs (6:00 PM) on 11 September 2026.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 5
How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
There are 80 vacancies for the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (UR-29, EWS-08, OBC-18, SC-15, ST-10), including 3 vacancies reserved for PwBD candidates.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 1
What is the age limit for this post?
35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST, as on the closing date, with further relaxation up to 10 years for PwBD candidates (subject to a maximum age of 56 years).
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Pages 2-3
What is the educational qualification required?
A Degree from a recognised University or equivalent is essential. A Diploma in Company Law, Labour Laws or Public Administration is desirable.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 3
What is the application fee?
Rs. 25/- for General/OBC/EWS male candidates. SC, ST, PwBD candidates and women candidates of any category are exempted from the fee.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 12
What is the selection process?
Selection is through a Recruitment Test (RT) of 300 marks followed by an Interview of 100 marks, with weightage in the ratio of 75:25. The RT is scheduled for 20 December 2026.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Appendix-I
Where can I apply online?
Applications must be submitted only through the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal at upsconline.nic.in/ora.
Source: UPSC Special Advertisement No. 52/2026, Page 1