The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced 230 vacancies under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) for the posts of Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC). If you’re a graduate seeking a prestigious central government position, here’s your complete guide to EPFO Recruitment 2025.
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UPSC EPFO Recruitment Highlights
- Vacancies: 230 total
- EO/AO: 156 posts
- APFC: 74 posts
- Application Window: 29 July to 18 August 2025, till 11:59 PM
- Official Notification Release: Short notice on 22 July; full notification expected on 26 July 2025
Vacancies & Pay Scales
Enforcement Officer / Accounts Officer (156 Posts)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 78 |
| EWS | 1 |
| OBC | 42 |
| SC | 23 |
| ST | 12 |
| PwBD | 9 |
- Pay Level: Level 8 (₹47,600–1,51,100) under 7th CPC
- Age Limit:
- UR/EWS: 30; OBC: 33; SC/ST: 35; PwBD: 40
Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (74 Posts)
- Pay Level: Level 10 (₹56,100–1,77,500)
- Age Limit:
- UR/EWS: 35; OBC: 38; SC/ST: 40; PwBD: 45
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. Preference may be given to candidates with diplomas in labour laws, public administration, or company law
- Age: As specified for each post with category-wise relaxations
- Nationality: Indian Citizen
UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notification Release | 22 July 2025 |
| Detailed Notification | 26 July 2025 (expected) |
| Application Open | 29 July 2025 (12 PM) |
| Application Close | 18 August 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Exam (Tentative) | November 2025 |
Selection Process
- Recruitment Test (written exam)
- Interview Round
- Final merit list based on combined scores from both stages
Note: Shortlisting criteria and cut-offs will be based on marks and category norms.
Application Fee Details
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹25
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female: Exempted
Why This Is a Great Opportunity?
- Central government job under EPFO with social security credentials
- Excellent pay scales with grade-based growth
- No state boundaries: opportunities reside across India
- Prestigious role with responsibility in labor and employment welfare
How to Apply For UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official UPSC online application portal: upsconline.nic.in
- Register as a new user and generate login credentials
- Fill application with personal, educational, and category details
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, degree certificate, category certificate)
- Pay the applicable fee (if not exempt)
- Submit and download the confirmation for record-keeping
Preparation Tips
- Focus on Current Affairs, Indian Polity, Budget & Economy, and Labour Laws
- Practice Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning for recruitment test
- Review previous year papers to understand difficulty level
- Prepare for the interview by studying EPFO’s mandates, role specifics, and policy schemes