🔔 UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025 Notification Out for 230 Posts – Apply Now!
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially released the EPFO Recruitment 2025 notification for a total of 230 vacancies. This includes posts for Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour and Employment.
The online application process has begun, and eligible candidates can apply through the official UPSC website before the deadline.
📌 UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Name of Posts | EO/AO & APFC |
| Total Vacancies | 230 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
- Notification Released: July 26, 2025
- Start of Online Application: July 29, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: August 18, 2025 (11:59 PM)
- Written Exam Date: To be announced soon
- Admit Card Release: A week before the exam
📊 Vacancy Details
- Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO): 156 posts
- Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC): 74 posts
Category-wise reservation is applicable as per Government norms, including posts for SC/ST/OBC/EWS and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For EO/AO & APFC: A Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Desirable for APFC: Diploma in Company Law, Labour Laws, or Public Administration.
Age Limit (as on 18.08.2025)
- EO/AO: Maximum 30 years
- APFC: Maximum 35 years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-servicemen and others: As per UPSC norms
💵 Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹25
- SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates: NIL
- Payment can be made online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Cards, or UPI.
📝 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in two stages:
- Written Test (Offline)
- Objective-type paper
- Total Marks: 300
- Duration: 2 hours
- Medium: English and Hindi
- Negative marking: 1/3rd marks for each wrong answer
- Interview
- Only candidates qualifying in the written test will be called
- Final merit will be based on marks obtained in both stages
📚 Syllabus & Exam Pattern
The written test will include the following sections:
- Indian Freedom Struggle
- Current Events & Developmental Issues
- Indian Polity & Economy
- General Accounting Principles
- Industrial Relations & Labour Laws
- General Science & Knowledge of Computer Applications
- General Mental Ability & Quantitative Aptitude
- Social Security in India
Tip: Candidates are advised to refer to previous year question papers and official UPSC syllabus for detailed preparation.
💼 Salary Structure
- EO/AO: Pay Level 8 (₹43,600 to ₹55,200 approx.)
- APFC: Pay Level 10 (₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 approx.)
Both posts are entitled to allowances like DA, HRA, TA, and other central government benefits.
🧾 How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official website: https://upsconline.nic.in
- Click on the relevant link for EPFO EO/AO or APFC post.
- Complete registration and fill out the application form.
- Upload required documents (photo, signature, ID proof, certificates).
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and download a copy for reference.
📌 Important Links
- 🔗 Apply Online at UPSC Portal
- 📄 Official UPSC Website
- 📥 Detailed Notification PDF – Available Soon on UPSC Website
🛑 Final Words
This is a golden opportunity for aspirants seeking central government jobs under the Ministry of Labour & Employment. With a competitive salary, job security, and growth potential, the UPSC EPFO 2025 recruitment offers an excellent career path.