UPSC EPFO APFC 2026: Apply Online Last Date Today, Check Eligibility & Direct Link

UPSC EPFO APFC 2026: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) will close the online application process for the post of Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) in the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The online application process started on August 22, 2026 and the last date to submit the application form is today September 11 2026. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply through the official UPSC recruitment portal. The recruitment is conducted under Special Advertisement No 52/2026. 

Here you will find all the important details related to eligibility criteria, application fees, steps to apply, vacancies distribution and more.

UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Apply Link

Candidates who have not submitted their application form till now can apply online through the official UPSC recruitment portal at upsc.online.nic.in. The last date to apply is September 11, 2026 till 6 PM. Candidates must complete the registration process before the deadline and they must check all the details entered in the application form before final submission. Check the direct apply link for UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 in the table below.

UPSC EPFO APFC Notification 2026 Highlights

The recruitment drive intends to fill 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner posts in EPFO. The APFC post falls under Pay Level 10 under the 7th Central Pay Commission. The recruitment test will be conducted on December 20, 2026. Check the important details related to the recruitment process in the table below.

UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Before applying candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria for the particular post. Check the detailed eligibility condition below.

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess a degree from a recognised university or an equivalent qualification to apply for the APFC post.

• Diploma in Company Law, Labour Laws or Public Administration is also needed to apply.

2. Age Limit 

• The upper age limit is 35 years for UR/EWS candidates

• OBC candidates can apply up to 38 years 

•  SC/ST candidates up to 40 years. 

Note : Candidates must check the detailed notification once for eligibility conditions and relaxations before submitting their applications.

How to Apply for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026

Candidates can follow these steps to complete the application process:

• Visit the official UPSC online recruitment portal at upsc.online.nic.in. 

• Complete your account activation method and Universal registration process if not done

• Register and log in using your credentials.

• Select the APFC Recruitment 2026 application.

• Enter your  personal and educational details.

• Upload the necessary documents such as photograph and signature

• Pay the application fees online through various modes.

• Submit the application form before the closing time of 6:00 PM.

• Download and save a copy for future reference.

UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for the UPSC EPFO APFC post will be conducted in the following stages mention below-

• Recruitment Test: Candidates will first have to appear for the offline test which is conducted by the commission.

• Interview: Those shortlisted in the written examination will be called for the interview round.

• Final Selection: The final selection will be based on the candidate performance in the recruitment test and interview subject to fulfilment of all eligibility and other requirements.

UPSC EPFO APFC Notification 2026 Application Fees

Candidates belonging to the UR, EWS and OBC categories are required to pay an application fee of Rs 25. Female candidates, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. The fee can be paid through various online payment modes. 

For more details and official announcements related to the UPSC EPFO APFC candidates are advised to keep visiting the official website.