On 29 July 2025, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) officially released the detailed recruitment notification (Advt. No. 52/2025) for 230 vacancies in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).
Vacancy Breakdown:
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Enforcement Officer / Accounts Officer (EO/AO): 156 posts
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Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC): 74 posts
Category‑wise vacancies for EO/AO include UR‑78, OBC‑42, SC‑23, ST‑12, EWS‑1 and PwBD‑9; for APFC: UR‑32, OBC‑28, SC‑7, EWS‑7 and PwBD‑3.
🗓 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
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| Notification release | 29 July 2025 |
| Online applications open | 29 July 2025 (12:00 PM) |
| Last date to apply | 18 August 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Tentative exam date | 30 November 2025 |
The registration window closes sharply at 23:59 on 18 August. The exam is likely to be scheduled for late November, though the exact date is yet to be confirmed.
🎓 Eligibility & Selection
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Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university for both EO/AO and APFC posts. A diploma in company law, labour law, or public administration is desirable for APFC.
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Age Limit:
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EO/AO: Maximum 30 years
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APFC: Maximum 35 years
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Age relaxation as per government norms (SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, ex‑servicemen, EPFO employees, etc.) apply.
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Selection Process: Two stages—Written Recruitment Test (objective MCQs) and Interview/Personality Test.
💰 Salary & Job Perks
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EO/AO posts: Pay level 8 as per 7th CPC, ranging from ₹47,600 to ₹1,51,100 (plus DA, HRA, allowances)
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APFC posts: Pay level 10, with basic pay between ₹56,100 and ₹1,77,500, along with allowances and benefits.
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Probation: Typically two years before regular confirmation.
📝 Application Process
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Registration: Apply online via the official UPSC portal—upsconline.nic.in—from 29 July.
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Fee: ₹25 for general candidates (₹0 for SC/ST, women, and PwBD); ₹50 if applying for both posts.
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Documents: Recent passport photo, signature, ID proof, academic certificates, caste or disability certificate (if applicable), bank details, etc.
✅ Why This News Matters
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This is a rare opportunity to join EPFO through UPSC selection after a long gap.
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With only 230 posts and stiff age and degree requirements, competition is expected to be intense.
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Salaries and job profile make these positions attractive for graduates from any discipline.
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Perfect for aspirants targeting central government service roles under a defined selection path.
✍️ In Summary
UPSC’s EPFO Recruitment 2025 brings forward 230 EO/AO & APFC positions, with online applications open from 29 July to 18 August 2025. Graduates from any field can apply. If you’re planning to make a move into government service, this is a window worth watching closely.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Please verify all details against the official UPSC EPFO notification and consult authorized sources before applying.
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