EPFO Recruitment 2026 | Notification Out for 80 Vacancies!
EPFO Recruitment 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released an advertisement for recruitment of 80 posts of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation, Ministry of Labour & Employment. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online from 22 August 2026 to 11 September 2026.
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EPFO Recruitment 2026 | Overview
| Organization | Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) |
| Name of Post | Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner |
| Total Posts | 80 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Start Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 September 2026 |
| Examination Date | 20 December 2026 |
EPFO Recruitment 2026 | Vacancy Details
Total 80 vacancies has been announced for the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner.
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 29 |
| EWS | 08 |
| OBC | 18 |
| SC | 15 |
| ST | 10 |
| Total | 80 |
Eligibility Criteria | EPFO Recruitment 2026
*Age Limit:
| UR / EWS | 35 years |
| OBC | 38 years |
| SC / ST | 40 years |
| PwBD | Relaxation up to 10 years (maximum age 56 years) |
*Educational Qualification: Candidates applying for the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner must possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognised University. Candidates with a diploma in Company Law, Labour Laws, or Public Administration will be given preference.
Selection Process | EPFO Recruitment 2026
Selection for the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner will be made through a Recruitment Test followed by an Interview. The Recruitment Test will be a pen and paper based objective type test.
| Type of Test | Objective type, multiple choice |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Medium | English and Hindi |
| Marks | 300 |
| Marks for Interview | 100 |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women (all categories) | Nil |
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | Rs. 25/- |
How To Apply for EPFO Recruitment 2026
- Go to Useful Links Section below.
- Click on Apply Online Link.
- You will be redirected to UPSC Online application portal.
- Create an account and complete the Universal Registration.
- Fill in the Common Application Form with personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload the required photograph, live photo capture, and signature.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application and save the application for future reference.
Useful Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the last date to apply for EPFO Recruitment 2026?
Ans. 11 September 2026.
2. How many vacancies are there for Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner?
Ans. 80 vacancies in total, across UR, EWS, OBC, SC, and ST categories.
4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Ans. 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST.
5. Is there an exam centre in Assam?
Ans. Yes, candidates from Assam can choose Dispur as their Recruitment Test centre.
