The long-awaited moment has finally arrived for government job seekers! The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the highly awaited UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025, offering a golden chance to land a prestigious Group ‘A’ or ‘B’ central government job in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). With 230 total posts for the Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC), this hiring campaign holds out huge social security responsibilities, a good salary, and an array of phenomenal benefits.
The application period for this great chance begins on 29th July 2025, and it closes on 18th August 2025. Save the date and get set to begin a splendorous career journey!
UPSC EPFO Vacancy 2025: Category-Wise Distribution
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has issued a total of 230 vacancies for Enforcement Officer (EO)/Accounts Officer (AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The vacancies have been allocated thoughtfully across various categories to give equal opportunities and representation to all respective candidates.
Detailed Post & Category-Wise UPSC EPFO Vacancy 2025
Post Name
Total Vacancies
UR
EWS
OBC
SC
ST
PwBD
Enforcement Officer (EO) / Accounts Officer (AO)
156
78
01
42
23
12
09
Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC)
74
32
07
28
07
00
03
Total
230
110
08
70
30
12
12
Note: PwBD includes candidates from various disability categories as per UPSC norms.
UPSC EPFO Eligibility Criteria 2025
UPSC EPFO Eligibility Criteria 2025
Prior to applying for recruitment under UPSC EPFO 2025, candidates should confirm whether they qualify according to the eligibility criteria set by the Union Public Service Commission. The parameters for eligibility are education qualification, age limit, and relaxation of age for reserved category candidates.
Educational Qualification
Post Name
Required Qualification
Enforcement Officer / Accounts Officer (EO/AO)
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC)
Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. Desirable: Diploma in Company Law / Labour Laws / Public Administration.
Note: Candidates with relevant work experience or additional qualifications will be preferred as per UPSC norms.
UPSC EPFO 2025 – Age Limit (Post-wise & Category-wise)
Post Name
General / EWS
OBC
SC / ST
PwBD
(EO/AO)
30 years
33 years
35 years
40 years
(APFC)
35 years
38 years
40 years
45 years
Age Relaxation
UPSC provides age relaxation to reserved category candidates as per the rules of the Government of India:
Category
Age Relaxation
SC/ST
5 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
3 years
PwBD
10 years
Employees of EPFO
5 years
Ex-Servicemen
As per rules
Central Government Employees
5 years
Note: Age relaxation benefits are subject to valid certificates and proper documentation.
Joining the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) via UPSC is not just secure employment but a lucrative salary package and good perks as well.
Post-wise Salary Structure
Post Name
Pay Level (CPC)
Basic Pay Scale
Enforcement Officer / Accounts Officer (EO/AO)
Level 8
₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100
Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC)
Level 10
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
In-Hand Salary & Allowances
Along with the basic salary, officers are given multiple allowances that increase their in-hand pay:
Dearness Allowance (DA): A substantial portion of your salary, updated every 6 months.
House Rent Allowance (HRA): Depends on your posting location (X, Y, Z city classification).
Transport Allowance (TA): Covers your daily commuting expenses.
Medical Benefits: Cashless medical facilities under CGHS for employees and dependents.
Provident Fund (PF): Monthly contribution towards retirement savings.
Gratuity: Lump sum paid at the time of retirement.
Leave Travel Concession (LTC): Reimbursement for travelling domestically with family.
Career Progress: Frequent promotions and opportunities to climb the ranks based on performance.
UPSC EPFO 2025 Selection Process
UPSC EPFO selection process is a two-stage process meant to identify the most talented candidates for the Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) positions. The selection provides an equitable and merit-based selection process by means of a Written Exam followed by a Personality Test (Interview).
Selection Stages
Stage
Description
Stage 1
Written Examination – Objective test on General Studies, Indian Polity, Labour Laws, Economy, Current Affairs, etc.
Stage 2
Interview/Personality Test – Candidates shortlisted from the written test will be interviewed personally. The marks scored in this round will be clubbed with the final merit.
Note: The final selection is based on the combined marks of the Written Test and Interview.
Weightage of Marks
Stage
Marks
Written Test
75%
Interview
25%
Key Points of the Written Test
The examination will be held offline (pen and paper based).
The test will be of objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
Negative marking of 1/3rd mark per wrong answer.
Paper will be in both English and Hindi (except English section).
Application Fees
Category
Fee
General/OBC
₹25/-
SC/ST/PwBD/Female
Nil
Exam Pattern
Written Test (EO/AO & APFC)
Subject
Questions
Marks
General English
25
25
Indian Polity & Economy
25
25
General Accounting Principles
25
25
Current Affairs & GK
25
25
Industrial Relations & Labour Laws
25
25
General Mental Ability & Quantitative Aptitude
25
25
Total
150
150
Duration: 2 hours
Negative Marking: 1/3rd per wrong answer
How to Apply for UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025?
Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official UPSC website. Follow the steps below to complete your application:
Step-by-Step Application Process:
Visit Official Website: Go to upsc.gov.in and click on “Apply Online” under the “Recruitment” tab.
Complete OTR (One Time Registration): If you’re a new user, register yourself through the OTR system. Existing users can directly log in.
Fill the Application Form: Choose the EPFO EO/AO or APFC position and provide all personal, academic, and professional details meticulously.
Upload Documents: Upload scanned documents (as mentioned below) of the specified format.
Pay Application Fee: Pay online through Debit/Credit card, UPI, or Net Banking.
Final Submission: Check all details and submit the application form. Save the final confirmation page for future reference.
Required Documents for UPSC EPFO 2025 Application
Ensure you have the following documents in hand be
Document Type
Description
Format
File Size
Photograph
Recent passport-sized color photo
JPG/JPEG
20 KB – 300 KB
Signature
Signature on white paper with black ink
JPG/JPEG
20 KB – 300 KB
Photo ID Proof
Govt-issued ID (Aadhar, PAN, Passport, etc.)
PDF
20 KB – 300 KB
10th Certificate
Proof of Date of Birth
PDF
As per file limits
12th Certificate
Higher Secondary School Certificate
PDF
As per file limits
Graduation Certificate
Degree Certificate (as per eligibility)
PDF
As per file limits
Caste Certificate
For SC/ST/OBC candidates (if applicable)
PDF
As per file limits
Disability Certificate
For PwBD candidates (if applicable)
PDF
As per file limits
Bank Details
Bank account information for fee payment reference (not to upload)
