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UPSC EPFO Result 2025 Declared: EO/AO & APFC Written Exam Result, Cut Off, Interview Details

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially declared the UPSC EPFO Result 2025 on 22 December 2025. The Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) for the posts of Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer (EO/AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) was conducted on 30 November 2025. Candidates who appeared for the examination can now check their result on the official UPSC website.

This recruitment drive was conducted to fill 230 vacancies under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), which works under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India. With the result now declared, shortlisted candidates will be called for the Interview/Personality Test, which is the final stage of selection.

UPSC EPFO Notification 2025 Out

UPSC released the detailed UPSC EPFO Notification 2025 on its official website earlier this year. The notification provided complete information regarding the exam pattern, syllabus, vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, application process, and selection stages for EO/AO and APFC posts. Candidates were advised to carefully go through the official notification to understand all recruitment-related instructions before applying.

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UPSC EPFO Result 2025

Candidates shortlisted through the written exam result declared on 22 December 2025 will be called for interviews. The final result will be published after the completion of the interview process on the UPSC website. Candidates are advised to keep their documents ready and regularly check official updates for interview schedules.

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UPSC EPFO 2025 Exam Date Out

The UPSC EPFO Recruitment Test 2025 was conducted in offline mode on 30 November 2025 (Sunday) from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. The examination was held across various centres in India. Only candidates who qualified in the written examination and fulfilled the eligibility conditions are eligible to appear for the interview round.

What are EPFO EO/AO and APFC posts?

The EPFO EO/AO (Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer) and APFC (Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner) posts are prestigious Group ‘B’ positions under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), which operates under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India.

EO/AO officers are primarily responsible for enforcing EPF regulations and managing accounts, while APFC officers handle administrative, legal, and financial matters related to provident fund management. These posts are filled through exams conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and offer job stability, social respect, and attractive career growth.

UPSC EPFO 2025 Exam: Overview

The UPSC EPFO Written Exam Result 2025 was released on 22 December 2025 in PDF format on the official website. The result list contains the roll numbers of candidates shortlisted for the interview stage. Candidates are advised to regularly check the UPSC website for further updates regarding interview dates, document verification, and final selection.

UPSC EPFO 2025 Exam: Key Highlights
Particulars Details
Conducting Body Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Organization Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO)
Posts EO/AO and APFC
UPSC EPFO Notification 2025 29 July 2025
Registration Dates 22 August 2025 (Extended)
Total Expected Vacancies 230
Exam Date 30th November 2025 (Sunday)
Selection Process Written Test and Interview
UPSC EPFO Result 2025 22nd December 2025
Job Location Across India
Category Government Jobs
Official Website upsc.gov.in

UPSC EPFO 2025 Exam Important Dates

According to the Official Notification PDF, the online application process for EO/AO and APFC posts commenced on July 29, 2025. The UPSC EPFO Exam 2025 will now be conducted on 30th November 2025 (Sunday) from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. 

Event Date
Short Notification Release Date 22 July 2025
Application Start Date 29 July 2025
Last Date to Apply Online 22 August 2025 (Extended)
Admit Card Release Date One Week Before Exam
Written Exam Date 30th November 2025
Written Result Date 22nd December 2025
Final Result Declaration To be announced

UPSC EPFO Vacancy 2025 Details Post-Wise

There are a total of 230 vacancies for the positions of Enforcement Officer (EO)/Accounts Officer (AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC). The official number of available positions has been shared along with the release of the UPSC EPFO Notification 2025. Out of these, 156 positions are for EO/AO roles, while 74 positions are for APFC roles.

UPSC EPFO 2025, EO/AO Vacancies

UPSC EPFO Vacancy Details
Posts UR SC ST OBC EWS Vacancies
Enforcement Officer (EO)/ Accounts Officer (AO) 78 23 12 42 01 156
Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) 32 07 28 07 74
Total 110 30 12 70 08 230

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UPSC APFC Vacancies

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UPSC EPFO 2025 Eligibility Criteria

To apply for UPSC EPFO 2025 posts, all candidates must meet the specified eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications, nationality, and age limit. For the convenience of applicants, we’ve outlined these requirements clearly under categories such as nationality, education, and age limit.

Nationality

To apply for EPFO 2025 Recruitment, the candidate must be an Indian citizen. However, in certain special cases, candidates from outside India may also be considered eligible. These include:

  • Individuals from Nepal or Bhutan.
  • Tibetan refugees who came to India before January 1, 1962, and have made India their permanent home.
  • People of Indian origin who have permanently settled in India after migrating from countries like Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Burma (Myanmar), Vietnam, or other East African nations.

Educational Requirements

  • EO/AO: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
  • APFC: A Bachelor’s Degree is required. Preference is given to candidates with a degree in Law, Management, or a related field.

Age Limit

  • EO/AO: Maximum age is 30 years.
  • APFC: Maximum age is 35 years.

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  • Age relaxation will be provided to SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD candidates as per government rules. Candidates must check the table for a clear understanding of the age relaxation.
UPSC EPFO Notification 2025: Age Relaxation
Categories Age Relaxation
ST/SC 5 Years
OBC 3 Years
Employees of EPFO 5 Years
PH (Gen) 10 Years
PH (OBC) 13 Years
PH (ST/SC) 15 Years

UPSC EPFO 2025 Application Fee

The online application process for EO/AO and APFC posts under UPSC EPFO 2025 began from 29 July 2025 at upsc.gov.in. All interested candidates have to pay the required online application fee shared in the table to submit their UPSC EPFO 2025 application form.

EPFO Application Fee
Category Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS Rs. 25
SC/ST/PwBD Nil
Female Candidates Nil

UPSC EPFO 2025 Exam Pattern

The UPSC EPFO Exam Pattern 2025 is designed to evaluate candidates’ knowledge, reasoning abilities, and awareness, specifically for the Enforcement Officer (EO) and Accounts Officer (AO) roles. The exam will be conducted offline, starting with a written test, followed by an interview. You can find the detailed information below.

  • Negative marking of 1/3rd for each wrong answer.
  • The written test will be followed by an interview round, having a total of 100 marks.
Parts Topics Duration Total marks
A
  • General English and Vocabulary
2 hours 300 marks
B
  • Indian Culture and Freedom Movements with Current Events
  • Population, Development, and Globalisation
  • Constitution of India
  • Current Trends in the Indian Economy
  • Accounting and Auditing, Industrial Relations, Labour Laws, Insurance
  • Basic Knowledge of Computer Applications and General Science
  • Elementary Mathematics, Statistics, and General Mental Ability
  • Social Security in India

UPSC EPFO 2025 Selection Process

The selection process for UPSC EPFO 2025 is divided into two main stages – a Recruitment Test (RT) and a Personal Interview. Both stages are essential and carry weightage in the final merit list.

Stage 1: Recruitment Test (RT)

This is a written examination that serves as the first stage of selection. It checks your knowledge across various subjects mentioned in the UPSC EPFO syllabus.

Particulars Details
Mode of Exam Offline (pen and paper-based)
Type of Questions Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
Total Questions 120
Total Marks 300
Time Duration 2 hours
Marking Scheme 2.5 marks per question
Negative Marking 1/3rd marks deducted for each wrong answer
Language of Paper Hindi and English (except the English section)

NOTE: This stage carries 75% weightage in the final selection.

Stage 2: Interview / Personality Test

Candidates who qualify in the written test are shortlisted for an interview. This round evaluates your personality, communication, and overall suitability for the role of EO/AO or APFC.

Particulars Details
Mode In-person interview
Total Marks 100
Weightage in Final List 25%
Minimum Qualifying Marks General/EWS – 50
OBC – 45
SC/ST/PH – 40
Purpose To assess personality, awareness, and suitability for the post

Final Selection Criteria

The final selection will be based on the combined performance in both stages:

  • 75% from the Recruitment Test
  • 25% from the Interview

A candidate must perform well in both stages to secure a place in the final merit list.

UPSC EPFO 2025 Syllabus

The UPSC EPFO 2025 syllabus for EO/AO and APFC posts covers a wide range of topics to assess candidates’ knowledge across general studies, reasoning, English, and subject-specific areas. Below is the detailed subject-wise syllabus as per the expected exam pattern.

EO & AO APFC
  • General English
  • General Accounting Principles
  • Polity
  • Economics
  • History
  • Social Security in India
  • Reasoning
  • Quantitative Aptitude
  • General Science
  • Knowledge of Computer Applications
  • Industrial Relations
  • Labour Laws
  • Current Events & Developmental Issues
  • General English
  • Accounting and Auditing
  • Governance
  • Constitution of India
  • Ancient, Medieval, and Modern
  • Social Security in India
  • Elementary Mathematics,
  • Statistics
  • General Mental Ability
  • Basic Knowledge of Computer Applications.
  • Science
  • Industrial Relations, Labour Laws,
  • Insurance
  • Current Events

UPSC EPFO Salary Post-wise

The UPSC EPFO Officer post offers a good salary to the selected candidates. Along with the salary, selected candidates also get various allowances and benefits as per government rules.

Component Details
UPSC EPFO EO/AO Pay Scale
Rs. 47,600 to Rs. 1,51,100
UPSC EPFO APFC Pay Scale Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500

UPSC EPFO Previous Year Question Paper

UPSC Employee Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) Previous Year Papers are very helpful for candidates preparing for the exam. These papers give a clear idea about the exam pattern, types of questions asked, and difficulty level. By solving the papers, candidates can improve their time management and boost their confidence. The UPSC EPFO Previous Question Paper also helps in identifying important topics and understanding the marking scheme.

UPSC EPFO 2025 Cut Off

The UPSC EPFO Cut Off 2025 will be released by the Union Public Service Commission along with the declaration of the final result on its official website. The cut-off is the minimum score that candidates must achieve to progress in the recruitment. These marks are decided based on factors such as the number of candidates, total vacancies, difficulty level of the examination, and overall performance of aspirants. For your understanding, you can check the cut-off marks from the previous year given below as a reference.

Category EO/AO Written Test APFC Written Test
UR 138.33 178.33
OBC 138.33 178.33
SC 123.33 156.68
ST 120 151.68
EWS 134.18 176.68
PH-VI 102.5 140
PH-HI 80.83 130.83
PH-OH 115 147.5
PH-MI/MD 93.33 104.18

UPSC EPFO 2025 Admit Card

The UPSC will release the EPFO 2025 Admit Card (also called the Call Letter/ Hall Ticket) for each stage of the exam separately on its official website @www.upsc.gov.in. Only those candidates who are eligible for a particular stage, such as the written test or interview, will be able to download their admit card.

UPSC EPFO 2025 Exam Centre List

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the EPFO 2025 exam at designated centres across the country. Candidates can choose their preferred exam city while filling out the application form. The final allotment of centres is subject to availability and on a first-apply-first-serve basis. It is advised to apply early to get the desired centre.

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Also Check
UPSC EPFO Syllabus 2025 UPSC EPFO 2025 Previous Year Papers
UPSC EPFO Apply Online UPSC EPFO Salary

 

FAQs

Is the UPSC EPFO Notification 2025 Out?

Yes, the detailed UPSC EPFO Notification 2025 has been released on 29th July 2025 on the official UPSC website, upsc.gov.in.

What posts are covered under the UPSC EPFO Recruitment 2025?

The recruitment includes posts for Enforcement Officer (EO)/Accounts Officer (AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC).

How many vacancies have been announced in the UPSC EPFO 2025 notification?

A total of 230 vacancies has been announced out of which 156 is for EO/AO and 74 for APFC posts.

What is the selection process for UPSC EPFO 2025?

The selection will be based on a written test followed by an interview, with negative marking of 1/3rd for each wrong answer in the written test.

How many candidates applied for UPSC EPFO 2020 Exam?

Around 10 lakh candidates applied for the UPSC EPFO 2020 exam, while the number of vacancies was approximately 421, showing a highly competitive nature of the exam.

What is UPSC EPFO?

UPSC EPFO stands for Union Public Service Commission – Employees' Provident Fund Organisation. It conducts recruitment for Enforcement Officer (EO)/Accounts Officer (AO) and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) posts.

Can a final year student apply for UPSC EPFO?

No, only those candidates who have completed their graduation at the time of application are eligible to apply for the UPSC EPFO exam.

Is UPSC EPFO exam tough?

The exam is moderately tough, but with the right preparation and understanding of the syllabus, candidates can crack it. The competition is high due to limited vacancies.

When will the UPSC EPFO 2025 exam be conducted?

The UPSC EPFO 2025 exam will be held on 30th November 2025 (Sunday) from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

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