EPFO Personal Assistant 2024: Answer Key, Result, Syllabus
EPFO Assistant Recruitment 2024: The employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) will be releasing the result PDF for the recruitment of EPFO Assistants on its official website epfindia.gov.in. Check here the EPFO Assistant syllabus, exam pattern, selection process and pay scale.
UPSC EPFO 2024 Exam
The UPSC has successfully completed the UPSC EPFO PA 2024 exam on 7th July. The candidates who have appeared for the exam will soon be able to check the result online. The Union Public Service Commission has published advertisement no. 51/2024 on its website, announcing a recruitment test for the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation. The UPSC EPFO Notification 2024 invites eligible and interested candidates to apply for the UPSC EPFO PA positions through its website.
| UPSC EPFO Personal Assistant Recruitment 2024: Overview | |
| Exam Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Recruiting Body | EPFO |
| Post | Personal Assistant |
| Vacancy | 323 |
| Application Start Date | 7th March 2024 |
| Application End Date | 27th March 2024 |
| Exam Date | 7th July 2024 |
| Qualification | Graduates Government Jobs |
UPSC EPFO 2024 Exam Date
| UPSC EPFO Personal Assistant Important Dates 2024 | |
| Events | Dates |
| UPSC EPFO Personal Assistant Notification Release | 7th March, 2024 |
| UPSC EPFO Personal Assistant 2024 Registration Starts | 7th March, 2024 |
| Last Day to Fill Application Form | 27th March, 2024 |
| UPSC EPFO Personal Assistant Admit Card Release | 28th June 2024 |
| UPSC EPFO Personal Assistant 2024 Exam Date | 7th July 2024 |
| UPSC EPFO Personal Assistant Result Date | To be announced |
| Skill Test Date | To be announced |
| UPSC EPFO Personal Assistant 2024 Final Merit List | To be announced |
UPSC EPFO 2024 Vacancy
| UPSC EPFO Personal Assistant Vacancy 2024 | |
| Category | Vacancy |
| UR | 132 |
| EWS | 32 |
| OBC | 87 |
| SC | 48 |
| ST | 24 |
| Total | 323 |
UPSC EPFO 2024 Eligibility Criteria
The UPSC EPFO notification details the eligibility criteria for the advertised Personal Assistant post. To apply for the UPSC EPFO PA exam, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- 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.