UPSC EPFO EO/AO 2026
UPSC EPFO Enforcement Officer / Accounts Officer
UPSC EPFO EO/AO recruitment test is conducted by UPSC for Enforcement Officers and Accounts Officers in EPFO under Ministry of Labour. Single-stage objective exam followed by Interview.
Official WebsiteAge Limit
21-30 years (relaxation: SC/ST +5, OBC +3, PwD +10)
Fee
₹25
Salary Range
₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100
Pay Level
Pay Level 8
Salary Range (Monthly)
₹47,600 - ₹1,51,100
Key Posts
Enforcement Officer and Accounts Officer in Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO)
Pay Levels & Salary
| Pay Level | Monthly Range |
|---|---|
| Level 8 | ₹₹47,600 - ₹₹1,51,100 |
Application Fee
₹25
General/OBC
Free
SC/ST/Women
Free
PwBD/ESM
Tie-Breaking Rules
- Higher marks in Written Examination
- Higher marks in Interview
- Older candidate placed higher
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
Bachelor's degree from a recognized university. For AO: CA/ICWA/MBA (Finance) or Commerce graduation.
Age Limit
21-30 years (relaxation: SC/ST +5, OBC +3, PwD +10)
Age Relaxation by Category
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General | No relaxation |
| SC/ST | +5 years |
| OBC (NCL) | +3 years |
| PwD | +10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | +5 years |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (Male) | ₹25 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen | Free |
Exam Pattern
Recruitment Test
| Section | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General English | 20 | 50 | — |
| Indian Freedom Struggle | 15 | 37.5 | — |
| Current Events & Developmental Issues | 15 | 37.5 | — |
| Indian Polity & Economy | 25 | 62.5 | — |
| General Accounting Principles | 25 | 62.5 | — |
| General Science & Computer Application | 20 | 50 | — |
Syllabus
- Reading Comprehension
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Sentence Correction
Posts & Pay Levels
Vacancies
NaN
Tentative Total
Nationality & Citizenship
- ✓Citizen of India
- ✓Subject of Nepal
- ✓Subject of Bhutan
- ✓Person of Indian origin migrated from specified countries with intention of permanently settling in India
Educational Qualification
Age Limits & Relaxation
Age Bands
| Age Band | DOB Not Earlier Than | DOB Not Later Than |
|---|---|---|
| 21-30 years |
Age Relaxation by Category
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years (up to 35 years) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years (up to 33 years) |
| PwBD (General) | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
| Central Government employees with 3 years regular service | Up to 40 years (General), 43 (OBC), 45 (SC/ST) |
Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Rules
Category Certificate Rules
⚠ Candidature cancelled and possible debarment
How to Apply
Photo Rules
- • Recent photograph
- • Signature upload as specified
Application Fee
₹25
General
Free
Women
Free
SC/ST
Free
PwBD
₹undefined
ESM
Payment: SBI Challan / Net Banking / Visa/Master/RuPay Cards
Non-refundable
Correction Window
Opens
Closes
₹
1st Correction
₹
2nd Correction
Max corrections allowed. Latest corrected application treated as valid.
Admission Certificate & Exam Day
Accepted Photo IDs
Recruitment Test — Written Examination
| Section | Questions | Marks | Per Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| General English | 20 | 50 | 3 |
| Indian Freedom Struggle | 15 | 37.5 | 3 |
| Current Events & Development Issues | 15 | 37.5 | 3 |
| Indian Polity & Economy | 20 | 50 | 3 |
| General Accounting Principles | 10 | 25 | 3 |
| Industrial Relations & Labour Laws | 15 | 37.5 | 3 |
| General Science & Knowledge of Computer Applications | 10 | 25 | 3 |
| Social Security in India | 10 | 25 | 3 |
| General Mental Ability & Quantitative Aptitude | 5 | 12.5 | 3 |
| Total | 120 | 300 | 2.5 |
Answer Key Policy
Normalization & Re-evaluation
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Stage | UR | OBC/EWS | SC/ST/Others |
|---|---|---|---|
| interview | |||
| written Exam |
Shortlisting & Merit Rules
Final Merit Basis
Written Examination + Interview combined marks
Interview Weight
Interview marks decided by UPSC
Written To Interview
Based on written exam marks — category-wise shortlisting
Post Preference Rules
Scribe & Compensatory Time
Auto-eligible for Scribe
- ✓PwBD blindness
- ✓PwBD locomotor disability (both arms affected-BA)
- ✓PwBD cerebral palsy
Scribe Requirements
- • Scribe must not be a candidate of the same examination
- • Scribe qualification must be one step below the qualification prescribed for the post
- • Scribe cannot assist more than one candidate in the same examination
- • Candidate must opt for scribe in the application form
- • Scribe arrangement at own expense if own scribe opted
Additional Rules
- • Even eligible candidates not availing scribe still get compensatory time
- • No attendant other than scribe allowed inside examination hall
Document Verification
Required Documents
- Graduation degree certificate
- Date of birth certificate
- Caste/Category certificate if applicable
- EWS certificate if applicable
- PwBD certificate if applicable
- NOC from employer if applicable
- Professional qualification (CA etc.) for AO post
- Valid photo ID proof
Tie-Breaking Rules
- 1Higher marks in Written Examination
- 2Higher marks in Interview
- 3Older candidate placed higher
Misconduct & Debarment
Post-exam Analysis Methods
| Offense | Debarment |
|---|---|
| Using unfair means of any kind — copying, electronic devices, written material on body/paper | Permanent debarment / 3-7 years |
| Impersonation / procuring impersonation by any person | 7 years / permanent |
| Possession of mobile phone, bluetooth devices, wireless devices, spy cameras, electronic gadgets inside exam hall | 3-5 years |
| Taking away exam material (rough sheets, question paper) from exam hall | 1-3 years |
| Leaving examination venue before completion of due exit procedure | 1-2 years |
| Misbehaving, intimidating or threatening exam functionaries | 2-3 years |
| Obstructing conduct of examination / instigating others not to take examination | 3 years |
| False statements / fabricated documents / suppressing material information | 1-5 years |
| Appearing in exam with forged admit card / identity proof | 3-5 years |
| Possession of firearms/weapons or threatening exam functionaries with force | 7 years |
| Taking snapshots, making videos of question papers or exam material | 7 years |
| Sharing exam terminal through remote desktop / LAN / VAN | 7 years |
| Attempt to hack or manipulate examination servers / data / systems | 7-10 years |
| Candidate acting as scribe in same examination or providing false scribe declaration | 3-5 years |
⚠ Cases may be referred to police or investigating agencies.
Public Disclosure Policy
Disqualification Rule
Candidates found guilty of misconduct or providing false information are liable to be disqualified at any stage, including after appointment.
Important Warnings
2025 Cycle — Complete Timeline
⚠ All dates are tentative and subject to change.
Vacancies
Per-post breakdown not yet published.
Previous Year Cut-Offs
No cut-off data available yet.