UPSC EPFO APFC Apply Online 2026 Starts, Last Date11 September

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is accepting online applications for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) posts in the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment. The online application process is ongoing and the last date to submit the application form is 11 September 11, 2026 up to 6:00 pm.

Candidates who meet the eligibility conditions can submit their applications through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal. The application process involves the UPSC registration/profile, Common Application Form and the post-specific application.

Do not wait until the last day and submit the online application well in advance before the last date arrives. As after last day, no application will be accepted through any means. 

UPSC EPFO APFC Apply Online Dates 2026 

Note: While filling the UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 online form, candidates should make sure to fill out the application carefully. Providing incorrect information leads to the rejection of the registration form at any stage of the selection process. 

UPSC EPFO Apply Online 2026 Link

Eligible candidates can submit the application through the official UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal (https://upsconline.nic.in/). The last date to apply online is September 11, 2026 by 11:59 pm, click on the link and start the application process now. 

UPSC EPFO APFC Application Form 2026 Link (Active) - Click to Apply

What is the difference between URN and Application Number?

URN is the common registration number generated through UPSC registration, whereas the Application Number is specific to the particular recruitment/post.

What is the UPSC EPFO APFC application fee?

The candidates have to pay the required application fee before submitting the application forms. 

How Can the UPSC EPFO Fee Be Paid?

The notification permits payment through:

• Visa/Master/Rupay credit card
• Debit card
• UPI
• Internet banking

The fee, once paid, is not refundable.

UPSC EPFO APFC Notification 2026 Out for 80 Posts- Click to Check

How to Apply for UPSC EPFO APFC 2026?

Candidates can follow the steps provided below to apply online.

Step 1: Create an Account and Log In

• Visit the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), i.e., www.upsc.gov.in.
• Click on the Apply Online tab.
• Create an Account by filling valid Mobile Number and Email ID and verifying them.
• After that, candidates have to create a Password.

Step 2: Fill Registration Form

• Log in with your mobile number and password.
• Fill the registration form by entering accurate personal, contact, and academic details.
• Complete the application form by providing other details.
• Fill in your educational qualification,  Employment Experience Profile, address, etc.
• Upload scanned copies of required documents like your photograph, signature, and certificates as per specifications.

Step 3: Fee Payment

• Pay the application fee in online mode.
• The fee is Rs. 25/- for a single post, and the fee is Rs. 50/-and those candidates who wish to apply for both posts, EO/AO, and APFC.

Step 4: Print Application Form

• Please review the information provided and submit the form.
• Download and keep a copy of the application confirmation page for future reference.

UPSC EPFO Photo and Signature Requirements

Documents required for Form Filling

Candidates applying for the UPSC EPFO Recruitment are required to upload several documents during the online application process. Candidates can check the complete list of documents that are required for the Online Form. 

1. Recent Passport-Sized Photograph
2. Scanned Signature
3. Photo ID Proof: 
   Valid ID (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport/Voter Card), scanned in PDF (20 KB–300 KB)
4. Educational Certificates:
   (i) 10th Certificate/Marksheet (to verify date of birth)
   (ii) 12th Certificate/Marksheet (if mentioned as required)
   (iii) Graduation Degree/Marksheet
   (Optional: mark sheets for professional/desired qualifications like Law, Management, etc.)
5. Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable for SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
6. Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates)
7. Proof of EPFO Employment (if claiming age relaxation as an EPFO employee) – e.g., service certificate/ID
8. Age Relaxation Certificates (if applying under categories like Ex‑servicemen, Govt servants, etc.)
9. Fee Payment Proof:
   (i) For General/OBC/EWS: E‑challan receipt or online payment proof
   (ii) For SC/ST/PwBD/Female: Exemption certificate (if applicable)
10. Bank Account Details/Cancelled Cheque – often requested to process reimbursement or for identity verification