The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has released a special recruitment advertisement (No. 52/2025) for filling a total of 230 vacancies in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) under the Ministry of Labour and Employment. This includes posts for:
- ✅ Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO) – 156 Vacancies
- ✅ Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) – 74 Vacancies
This is a direct recruitment opportunity for eligible Indian citizens, with online applications open from 29th July to 18th August 2025.
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📌 Overview of Recruitment
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Age Limit (UR) | Last Date to Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enforcement Officer / Accounts Officer | 156 | Level-08 | 30 Years | 18th August 2025 |
| Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner | 74 | Level-10 | 35 Years | 18th August 2025 |
🧾 Post-Wise Vacancy, Reservation & Eligibility Details
1️⃣ Enforcement Officer / Accounts Officer (EO/AO)
| Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 78 |
| EWS | 01 |
| OBC | 42 |
| SC | 23 |
| ST | 12 |
| Total | 156 |
💠 PwBD Reservation (09 Vacancies):
| Disability Category | Description |
|---|---|
| B/LV | Blind (B) or Low Vision (LV) – 5 posts |
| D/HH | Deaf (D) or Hard of Hearing (HH) – 3 posts |
| MI/SLD/ID/Autism | Mental Illness, Specific Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability – 1 post |
| Total PwBD | 9 vacancies reserved across categories |
📜 Age Limit:
- UR/EWS: 30 years
- OBC: 33 years
- SC/ST: 35 years
- PwBD: 40 years
💰 Pay Scale:
- Level-08 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
- Approx. salary: ₹47,600 – ₹1,51,100
2️⃣ Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC)
| Category | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 32 |
| EWS | 07 |
| OBC | 28 |
| SC | 07 |
| ST | 0 |
| Total | 74 |
💠 PwBD Reservation (03 Vacancies):
| Disability Category | Description |
|---|---|
| D/HH | Deaf or Hard of Hearing – 1 post |
| Locomotor Disability | BA, BL, OL, LC, DW, AAV, MDy – 1 post (arms/legs affected, leprosy cured, acid victims, etc.) |
| SLD/MI/ID/Autism/MD | Specific Learning Disability, Mental Illness, Multiple Disabilities – 1 post |
| Total PwBD | 3 vacancies |
📜 Age Limit:
- UR/EWS: 35 years
- OBC: 38 years
- SC/ST: 40 years
- PwBD: 45 years
💰 Pay Scale:
- Level-10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC
- Approx. salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
✅ Educational Qualification (Expected):
Although the detailed eligibility will be in the official detailed notification, based on previous cycles:
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| EO/AO | Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university |
| APFC | Graduation in any discipline; preference may be given to Law, Management, or Labour Studies |
📆 Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Published | 26th July 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 29th July 2025 (12:00 PM) |
| Application Last Date | 18th August 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Official Website | upsconline.nic.in |
🔺 The crucial date for calculating age limit is 18th August 2025.
📝 How to Apply?
- Visit: https://upsconline.nic.in
- Click on “Online Recruitment Application (ORA)”.
- Select the desired post – EO/AO or APFC.
- Register with your email and phone number.
- Fill the application form, upload documents and submit.
⚖️ Selection Process (Expected)
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Written Test | Objective paper covering GS, Labour Laws, etc. |
| Interview | For shortlisted candidates after exam |
| Document Verification | Final stage before selection |
📚 Preparation Strategy
This exam covers a broad range of topics from General Studies to Labour & Social Security. Candidates should:
- Refer to EPFO Syllabus (previous notification).
- Study NCERTs, Indian Polity (Laxmikanth), Indian Economy, and Labour Laws.
- Practice mock tests and previous year question papers (PYQs).
📘 Useful Books:
- Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth
- Labour Laws and Social Security by S.K. Puri
- NCERT History, Economy & Geography
- Lucent’s GK for quick revision
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🏁 Final Takeaway
This UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025 offers an excellent career path for aspirants looking for secure government employment with decent pay and status. Whether you’re aiming for administrative authority (APFC) or regulatory responsibility (EO/AO), this opportunity is worth serious preparation.
🚨 Apply before the deadline: 18th August 2025
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