The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) Recruitment 2026 under EPFO. A total of 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner posts are available through this recruitment.

Eligible candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream can submit their online application from 22 August 2026 to 11 September 2026. The UPSC EPFO APFC examination is scheduled for 20 December 2026.
Candidates should carefully check the official notification for eligibility, age limit, application fee, examination pattern, syllabus, selection process and other important instructions before applying.
UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Department | Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) |
| Post Name | Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) |
| Advertisement No. | Special Advt. No. 52/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 80 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 22 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 September 2026 |
| Examination Date | 20 December 2026 |
| Official Website | UPSC |
Important Dates
- Online Application Begins: 22/08/2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 11/09/2026 up to 06:00 PM
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 11/09/2026
- UPSC EPFO APFC Exam Date: 20/12/2026
- Admit Card: To be released before the examination
Candidates are advised to complete their application well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹25/-
- SC / ST / PH: No Fee
- Payment Mode: Online or Offline as permitted by UPSC.
Candidates should verify the applicable fee and payment instructions in the official recruitment notification before submitting the form.
Age Limit
Age will be calculated according to the rules mentioned in the UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 notification.
- Minimum Age: Not Applicable
- Maximum Age: 35 Years
- Age Relaxation: Applicable to reserved categories as per government rules.
UPSC EPFO APFC Vacancy 2026
A total of 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) vacancies have been announced.
| Post Name | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) | 80 | Bachelor’s Degree in Any Stream from a Recognized University in India |
Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the APFC post must possess a:
- Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized university or institution in India.
For complete qualification requirements and other conditions, candidates should refer to the official UPSC notification.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APFC | 29 | 18 | 08 | 15 | 10 | 80 |
UPSC EPFO APFC Selection Process 2026
Candidates should check the official notification for the complete selection procedure. The recruitment process generally involves stages prescribed by UPSC for the APFC post.
Candidates who qualify the required stages will be considered for appointment subject to fulfillment of all eligibility and document requirements.
UPSC EPFO APFC Exam Date 2026
As per the details provided in the recruitment notice, the UPSC EPFO APFC examination is scheduled for 20 December 2026.
The UPSC EPFO APFC Admit Card is expected to be released before the examination. Candidates should regularly check the official UPSC website for examination-related updates.
How to Apply for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to submit the online application:
- Visit the official UPSC online application portal.
- Complete the required registration process.
- Enter personal, educational and other requested information.
- Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Carefully review all details entered in the application form.
- Pay the applicable examination fee, if required.
- Submit the application before 11 September 2026.
- Download and save a copy of the final submitted application for future reference.
Important: Candidates should read the complete notification before applying and ensure that they meet all eligibility conditions.
Documents Required
Before starting the online application, candidates should keep the following information/documents ready as applicable:
- Educational qualification details
- Valid identity proof
- Recent photograph
- Signature
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Address and personal details
- Other documents required by UPSC
Important Links
Apply Online
Link will be activated on 22 August 2026.
