UPSC EPFO, The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially announced the EPFO Recruitment 2025 drive, inviting online applications for a total of 230 vacancies. The vacancies are for the positions of Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour and Employment.
Interested candidates can apply through the official website upsconline.nic.in. The application process has begun and will continue until August 18, 2025.
Vacancy Details
- Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO): 156 posts
- Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC): 74 posts
- Total Vacancies: 230
These roles are crucial in administering the Employees’ Provident Fund and ensuring compliance with labour regulations.
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: July 29, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: August 18, 2025
- Exam Date (Tentative): October 2025 (To be announced)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- EO/AO:
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. - APFC:
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline. Desirable: Diploma in Labour Laws, Company Law, or Public Administration.
Age Limits (with category-wise relaxations):
- APFC: up to 35 years (General), OBC: 38, SC/ST: 40, PwBD: 45 years
- EO/AO: up to 30 years (General), OBC: +3 years, SC/ST: +5 years, PwBD up to 40 years, etc.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹25/-
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female: Exempted
- Fee can be paid via online mode or through SBI Challan.
Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in two phases:
- Written Test (Recruitment Test – RT)
- Objective-type paper with multiple-choice questions
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative marking: 1/3 for each wrong answer*
- Syllabus includes General English, Indian Freedom Struggle, Indian Polity, Economy, Labour Laws, Social Security, and Current Affairs.
- Interview
- Candidates qualifying the RT will be shortlisted for an interview.
- Final merit list will be prepared based on the combined scores.
How to Apply for UPSC EPFO 2025
- Visit the official UPSC application portal: https://upsconline.nic.in
- Click on “Online Recruitment Application (ORA)”
- Select the post – EO/AO or APFC
- Register or log in using your credentials
- Fill in all required personal, academic, and professional details
- Upload required documents and photograph
- Pay the application fee (if applicable)
- Submit the application and take a printout for reference
Why Apply for EPFO Through UPSC?
The EPFO offers a prestigious opportunity for candidates looking to work in central government departments. It provides a structured career path, high job security, attractive pay, and various allowances.
These positions also offer an opportunity to be part of India’s robust social security mechanism and contribute directly to public welfare.
Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: UPSC EPFO Notification 2025
- Apply Online: https://upsconline.nic.in
- Syllabus & Exam Pattern: UPSC EPFO Syllabus 2025
Final Words
Candidates interested in securing a prestigious government job should not miss this opportunity. With a clear selection process and limited vacancies, early and well-prepared application is the key to success. For further updates and preparation tips, stay tuned to AllIndiaInsights.com.