UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025: 230 EO/AO & APFC Vacancies Notified – Apply Online from July 29

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Last Updated: July 24, 2025

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the UPSC EPFO recruitment 2025 notification, announcing 230 vacancies for Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) positions.

This highly anticipated recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for graduates seeking prestigious central government jobs in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) under the Ministry of Labour and Employment .

🔑 UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025 Key Highlights

Feature	Details
Total Vacancies	230 (156 EO/AO + 74 APFC)
Application Dates	July 29 – August 18, 2025
Exam Date (Expected)	November 2025
Selection Process	Written Test + Interview
Salary Range	EO/AO: Level 8 (₹47,600-₹1,51,100) APFC: Level 10 (₹56,100-₹1,77,500)
Official Website	upsc.gov.in

📅 Important Dates for UPSC EPFO 2025 Notification

Mark these critical deadlines in your calendar:

Short Notification Release: July 22, 2025 (via Employment Newspaper)
Detailed Notification PDF: July 26, 2025 (on UPSC website)
Online Application Start: July 29, 2025 (from 12:00 PM)
Last Date to Apply: August 18, 2025 (till 11:59 PM)
Tentative Exam Date: November 2025

📊UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details

Category-wise Distribution:

1. Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO): 156 Posts

UR: 78 • OBC: 42 • SC: 23 • ST: 12 • EWS: 01
PwBD Reservations: 9 seats (across categories)

2. Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC): 74 Posts

UR: 32 • OBC: 28 • SC: 7 • EWS: 7
PwBD Reservations: 3 seats

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⚖️UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025: Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

EO/AO & APFC: Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university .
APFC Preference: Diploma in Labour Laws, Company Law, or Public Administration (desirable) .

Age Limit (as of August 18, 2025):

EO/AO: Maximum 30 years
APFC: Maximum 35 years

Age Relaxation:

Category	Relaxation
SC/ST	5 years
OBC	3 years
PwBD (General)	10 years
PwBD (OBC)	13 years
PwBD (SC/ST)	15 years
EPFO Employees	5 years

Nationality:

Indian citizens, or subjects of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugees settled in India before 1962, or PIOs from specified countries .

📝 Application Process & Fees

Steps to Apply:

Visit UPSC Official Website.
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if new.
Under “Active Examinations,” select “UPSC EPFO 2025.”
Fill in personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload documents: Photo, Signature, ID Proof (scanned).
Pay fee (if applicable) via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.
Submit and print the confirmation page .

Application Fee:

General/OBC/EWS (Male): ₹25
SC/ST/PwBD/Female: Exempted .

⚡️ Selection Process: 2-Stage Screening

1. Written Test (Recruitment Test – RT)

Mode: Offline (OMR sheet)
Duration: 2 hours
Questions: 120 MCQs (2.5 marks each)
Total Marks: 300
Negative Marking: -0.83 per wrong answer (1/3rd deduction) .

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Syllabus Coverage:

Section	Key Topics
General English	Vocabulary, Grammar, Comprehension
Indian Polity	Constitution, Fundamental Rights, Parliament
Economy	Current Economic Trends, GDP, Budget
Labour Laws	Industrial Disputes Act, Wage Code, Social Security
General Science	Physics, Chemistry, Biology (Class 10 level)
Quantitative Aptitude	Statistics, Arithmetic, Data Interpretation

2. Interview (Personality Test)

Marks: 100
Qualifying Marks:
General/EWS: 50
OBC: 45
SC/ST/PwBD: 40

🎯 Preparation Strategy & Previous Cut-offs

Recommended Approach:

Prioritize High-Weightage Areas: Focus on Labour Laws, Social Security, Indian Polity, and General English .
Solve PYQs: Analyze UPSC EPFO Previous Year Papers (2023, 2021) for trend insights .
Current Affairs: Track labour reforms, government schemes (EPFO-related), and economic surveys .

2023 Cut-off Benchmarks (EO/AO):

Stage	UR	OBC	SC
Written Test	138.33/300	138.33/300	123.33/300
Final Selection	212.83/400	205.83/400	184.50/400

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can I apply for both EO/AO and APFC posts?
Yes! You can apply for both if eligible, but exams may overlap .

Q2: Is the exam bilingual?
Yes. Papers are in English and Hindi (except English section) .

Q3: What is the probation period?
Selected candidates undergo a 2-year probation .

Q4: Where will postings be located?
Positions are All-India, with transfers across EPFO offices .

🚀 Tips for Applicants

Document Readiness: Keep scanned copies of photo/signature, degree certificates, and category proofs handy.
Early Application: Avoid last-minute website crashes; submit by August 15.
Syllabus Focus: Emphasize Section B topics (80% of the paper) .

Pro Insight: The 2023 cycle saw over 3.6 lakh applicants for ~200 posts. Strategic preparation targeting high-yield topics and time management is crucial for success .

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📌 Note: This is India’s premier recruitment for social security administration roles. With robust pay scales, job security, and growth potential, this is a career-defining opportunity. Bookmark this page for updates on admit cards and exam dates!