Latest Job · Union Public Service Commission / EPFO · Special Advertisement No. 52/2026
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 — 80 Posts
UPSC has invited online applications for Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in EPFO — 80 posts (Special Advt 52/2026). Apply online 22/08/2026 to 11/09/2026 (18:00 hrs). Recruitment Test on 20/12/2026.
- Vacancies
- 80
- Pay scale
- Level-10 (7th CPC)
- Last date
- 11 Sept 2026
- Exam / event
- 20 Dec 2026
- Age limit
- UR/EWS 35 years; OBC 38 years; SC/ST 40 years (further relaxation for PwBD / departmental as per notice)
- Apply mode
- Online
- Location
- India
Important dates
One timeline — no hunting through tables.
22/08/2026
Application Begin
11/09/2026 (18:00 hrs)
Last Date for Apply Online
20/12/2026
Recruitment Test (RT)
As scheduled after RT
Interview
Posts / cadres
Roles covered under this notice.
- Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC)80 posts
Job profile
Summary — verify details in the official PDF / portal.
APFC is a Group A post in EPFO (Ministry of Labour & Employment). Duties cover PF / pension administration and related field or HQ work. Confirm exact cadre duties from the official advertisement.
Who can apply
Confirm full criteria in the official notification.
Age: UR/EWS 35 years; OBC 38 years; SC/ST 40 years (further relaxation for PwBD / departmental as per notice) Calculate age →
Other eligibility
- ✓Degree from a recognised University or equivalent
- ✓Desirable: Diploma in Company Law / Labour Laws / Public Administration
Selection process
Clear one stage to move to the next.
01
Online application (UPSC ORA)
Submit form on upsconline.nic.in by 11/09/2026, 18:00 hrs.
02
Recruitment Test
Written RT scheduled on 20/12/2026.
03
Interview
Shortlisted candidates called for interview as per UPSC schedule.
How to apply
Short steps — follow the official form for exact fields and fees.
- 1Read Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 carefully (vacancy, age, fees).
- 2Register / login on the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.
- 3Fill the APFC application, upload documents and pay fee if applicable.
- 4Submit before 11/09/2026, 18:00 hrs and save the confirmation page.
Official link: Open on official website
Documents to keep ready
Scan quality and KB limits are in the official notification.
- ✓Recent passport-size photograph (as per KB / dimension rules)
- ✓Signature / left-hand thumb impression scan (if asked)
- ✓ID proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter / DL) details for the form
- ✓Educational certificates and mark sheets
- ✓Category / EWS / PwBD / Ex-servicemen certificate (if claiming reservation)
- ✓Valid email ID and mobile number for OTPs
FAQs
Quick answers visitors usually look for.
What is the last date for UPSC EPFO APFC 2026?
Online applications close on 11/09/2026 at 18:00 hrs.
How many vacancies?
80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner posts (UR-29, EWS-08, OBC-18, SC-15, ST-10; PwBD-03 horizontal).
When is the exam?
Recruitment Test is scheduled on 20/12/2026.
Related updates
Same exam family or next stage.