The UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) vacancies under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The indicative advertisement was released on 19 August 2026, and the online application process will begin on 22 August 2026.
Eligible graduates who are looking for a Central Government job can apply through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal. The last date to submit the application is 11 September 2026.
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UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Organisation | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Organisation | Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Labour & Employment |
| Post Name | Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) |
| Advertisement Number | Indicative Special Advertisement No. 52/2026 |
| Notification Date | 19 August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC EPFO APFC Vacancy 2026
| Category | Vacancies | Maximum Age | Eligibility Criteria |
| UR | 29 | 35 years | The indicative recruitment information specifies graduation as the educational qualification for the APFC post |
| EWS | 8 | 35 years | |
| OBC | 18 | 38 years | |
| SC | 15 | 40 years | |
| ST | 10 | 40 years | |
| Total | 80 | Salary - Level 10 post under the 7th Central Pay Commission |
How to Apply for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.
- Complete the registration process as required.
- Log in using the required credentials.
- Find the recruitment for Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner under Special Advertisement No. 52/2026.
- Enter your personal and educational information.
- Fill in category and other required details.
- Upload the documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Check the complete application carefully.
- Submit the form before the closing date.
- Download and save the submitted application for future use.
UPSC EPFO APFC Selection Process 2026
The recruitment has been announced as direct recruitment by selection. The indicative notice does not provide all the detailed stages of the recruitment process
The final selection procedure may include a Recruitment Test and interview, depending on the detailed conditions issued by UPSC. Candidates should therefore read the detailed advertisement carefully once it is available.
Applicants should also follow the official UPSC instructions regarding shortlisting, examination, interview and document verification, wherever applicable.
Documents Required for UPSC EPFO APFC Application
Candidates should keep their basic documents ready before starting the application process. Depending on the requirements in the detailed notification, applicants may need documents related to identity, education, category and other applicable claims.
- Educational qualification documents
- Date of birth proof
- Valid identity proof
- Category certificate, where applicable
- PwBD certificate, where applicable
- Recent photograph and signature
- Other documents specified by UPSC
Applicants should upload documents only in the format and size prescribed by UPSC.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When will the UPSC EPFO APFC application form 2026 start?
The online application for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 will start on 22 August 2026 through the UPSC application portal.
2. How many vacancies are available for UPSC EPFO APFC 2026?
A total of 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner vacancies have been announced under the UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026.
3. What is the last date to apply for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 11 September 2026. Candidates should apply before the deadline.
4. What is the maximum age for UPSC EPFO APFC 2026?
The maximum age is 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC and 40 years for SC/ST candidates, subject to rules.
