The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is expected to release the EPFO EO/AO and APFC 2025 notification in the third week of July 2025. This recruitment is among the most anticipated exams of the year, offering an excellent opportunity to join the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). As per a recent RTI, candidates can expect detailed information soon. Those aspiring for these roles should begin their preparation immediately.
UPSC EPFO 2025: Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Third Week of July 2025 |
| EO/AO Written Exam | October or November 2025 |
| APFC Written Exam | October or November 2025 |
Expected Vacancies
According to RTI data and previous recruitment cycles, the expected vacancies are:
| Post | Vacancies (Expected) |
|---|---|
| EO/AO | 156 |
| APFC | 74 |
Previous year data for reference:
- 2023: EO/AO – 418, APFC – 159
- 2021: EO/AO – 421
- 2017: EO/AO – 257
- 2015: APFC – 170
- 2012: APFC – 253
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
EO/AO: Maximum 30 years
APFC: Maximum 35 years
Age is calculated as of the last date of application. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.
Educational Qualification
EO/AO: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
APFC: Degree in any stream (mandatory); Diploma in Labour Laws, Company Law, or Public Administration (desirable)
Nationality
Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply
Attempts
No limit on the number of attempts
Attempts in EPFO exams do not affect UPSC CSE attempt count
Exam Pattern
Phase 1: Recruitment Test
Mode: Offline (OMR-based)
Duration: 2 hours
Number of Questions: 120 (Objective Type)
Total Marks: 300
Mark per Question: 2.5
Negative Marking: 0.83 marks deducted for each incorrect answer
Phase 2: Interview (Personality Test)
Candidates who qualify in the written test will be called for a personal interview.
Qualifying Marks:
UR/EWS: 50
OBC: 45
SC/ST/PwD: 40
The interview assesses leadership, decision-making, communication skills, and suitability for the role.
Syllabus Overview
The syllabus for both EO/AO and APFC exams covers the following topics:
- General English
- Indian Polity and Constitution
- Current Events and Developmental Issues
- Industrial Relations and Labour Laws
- General Accounting Principles
- Social Security in India
- General Science
- Computer Applications
The detailed syllabus PDF and previous years’ papers will be made available once the official notification is released.
Job Profile and Salary
EO/AO
Handles enforcement of EPF laws, field inspections, compliance verification, and claim settlements.
APFC
Manages fund regulations, legal matters, policy planning, and oversees various branches within EPFO.
Salary
EO/AO: Pay Level 8 (approx. INR 47,600–1,51,100)
APFC: Pay Level 10 (approx. INR 56,100–1,77,500)
In addition to basic pay, officers receive HRA, DA, TA, and other government benefits.
Final Words
The UPSC EPFO 2025 exam offers a prestigious opportunity to serve in a central government organisation. While the official notification is yet to be released, the available insights provide a clear roadmap for preparation. Candidates are advised to strengthen their core concepts, stay updated with current affairs, and refer to previous year question papers.
