UPSC EPFO 2025 for EO/AO and APFC
यूपीएससी ईपीएफओ पाठ्यक्रम 2025
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Background
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) examination to recruit candidates
for the posts of Enforcement Officer (EO), Accounts Officer (AO), and Assistant
Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC).
The EPFO comes under the Ministry of Labour and Employment. These positions are
highly respected Group B (EO/AO) and Group A (APFC) posts in the central
government setup, responsible for implementing and monitoring labour laws,
financial management, and social security administration.
The exam is conducted in two stages:
- Written Test (Objective Type)
- Interview (Personality Test)
The syllabus and pattern are designed to assess candidates’ general awareness, reasoning ability, and understanding of Indian economy, social security, and industrial relations.
Exam Pattern
1. For EO/AO Post:
- Type: Objective (Offline Mode)
- Total Marks: 300
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deduction for wrong answers
2. For APFC Post:
- Type: Objective (Offline Mode)
- Total Marks: 300
- Duration: 2 hours
- Negative Marking: 1/3 mark deduction for wrong answers
The interview for both posts carries 100 marks and tests overall personality, communication, and subject knowledge.
Detailed Syllabus for EO/AO and APFC
1. General English
- Vocabulary, Grammar, and Usage
- Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms, and Phrases
- Sentence Correction and Error Spotting
- Reading Comprehension and Cloze Test
This section aims to test the candidate’s command of the English language and comprehension ability.
2. Indian Freedom Struggle
- Events from 1857 to 1947
- Revolutionary Movements and Indian National Congress
- Constitutional Developments and Reform Acts
- Role of Important Leaders in Independence Movement
3. Current Events and Developmental Issues
- National and International Affairs
- Social and Economic Schemes
- Important Government Reports and Policies
- Labour Welfare and Social Security Updates
4. Indian Polity and Governance
- Constitution of India and its Features
- Fundamental Rights and Duties
- Parliament and State Legislatures
- Centre-State Relations
- Public Policy and Governance Mechanisms
5. Indian Economy and Accounts
- Basic Economic Concepts and Terminology
- Budget, Fiscal Policy, and Monetary Policy
- Inflation, GDP, and Economic Growth Indicators
- Principles of Accounting and Auditing
- Balance Sheet, Trial Balance, and Financial Statements
6. General Mental Ability and Quantitative Aptitude
- Number System, Percentages, Ratios
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Profit and Loss, Time and Work
- Speed, Time and Distance, Probability
- Logical Reasoning, Blood Relation, Series, Coding-Decoding
7. Industrial Relations and Labour Laws
- Overview of Labour Welfare in India
- Important Labour Legislations
- Industrial Disputes Act, Factories Act, and Trade Unions Act
- Social Security Acts and EPF Regulations
8. Social Security in India
- Concept and Importance of Social Security
- Social Insurance and Assistance
- Provident Fund, Pension, and Gratuity Schemes
- Role of EPFO in Ensuring Social Security
9. General Science and Computer Applications
- Basic Concepts in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
- Human Body Systems and Environmental Awareness
- Computer Fundamentals:
- Input and Output Devices
- Internet, Networking, and MS Office
- Cyber Security Basics
Key Focus Areas for Candidates
- Thorough study of Indian Polity, Labour Laws, and Social Security
- Current Affairs related to Economy, Governance, and Employment
- Practice Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning regularly
- Revise basic English grammar and comprehension daily
- Focus on previous years’ question patterns
Preparation Strategy
- Begin with NCERT books (Class 6–12) for General Studies
- Refer to standard polity and economy books (Laxmikant, Ramesh Singh, etc.)
- Read daily newspapers like The Hindu or Indian Express
- Use monthly current affairs compilations
- Practice MCQs and mock tests to improve speed and accuracy
In Short
- UPSC EPFO EO/AO and APFC exams assess both conceptual and analytical understanding.
- The syllabus covers nine main areas: English, Freedom Struggle, Current Affairs, Polity, Economy, Aptitude, Industrial Relations, Social Security, and General Science.
- Strong command over labour laws and governance issues is crucial for success.
- Regular revision and current awareness form the foundation of effective preparation.