- Citizenship: Must be an Indian citizen or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from certain approved countries.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years old. Age relaxation is provided for certain categories as per the rules.
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized institute or college is required.
- Post-Specific Criteria: Candidates must possess good typing skills as specified in the notification.
UPSC EPFO PA Application Form 2024
The application form for the UPSC EPFO PA Exam 2024 is now closed on the official website. Candidates must apply through the OTR-based process, with the online application link active until March 27. After this date, the application window will close, but a correction facility will be available.
Steps to Apply Online for the UPSC EPFO PA Exam:
- Visit the official website:
upsconline.nic.in/upsc/OTRP
- Provide the necessary information and enter the verification code sent to your mobile or email to complete the registration.
- Complete the one-time registration and proceed to fill out the application form.
- Make the fee payment as per your category.
- Submit the form and keep a printout for future reference.
Application Fee for UPSC EPFO Exam
Category | Fee |
General/OBC/EWS | INR 25 |
Female/SC/ST/PH | Nil |
UPSC EPFO Selection Process 2024
The selection process for the UPSC EPFO PA recruitment involves two stages:
- Written Exam: Worth 300 marks, this stage consists of a pen-and-paper-based objective paper. Candidates must clear the cutoff to progress.
- Skill Test: This qualifying test assesses candidates' typing skills. It does not affect the merit ranking but is essential for final selection.
Candidates will receive a joining letter only after document verification by authorities.
UPSC EPFO 2024 Syllabus
The written exam has a 100% weight in the selection process, while the skill test is qualifying in nature. The exam pattern and syllabus are as follows:
Exam Pattern:
Particular | Information |
Exam Type | Pen and paper-based |
Question Format | Multiple choice type |
Duration of Exam | 2 Hours |
Language | Hindi and English |
Total Marks | 300 |
Negative Marking | 1/3rd per incorrect answer |
UPSC EPFO Salary 2024
Selected candidates will receive a salary as per level 07 in the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix. The salary slip will detail perks and benefits, including TA, DA, and HRA.