UPSC EPFO Syllabus 2025: The Union Public Service Commission releases the UPSC EPFO syllabus for the posts of Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officers and Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner in the official notification PDF. Aspirants should thoroughly check the EPFO syllabus before commencing their preparation. It enables them to align their strategy with the actual requirements of the exam. The syllabus varies as per the post, typically covering a wide range of topics for every section. A total of 120 questions for 300 marks is expected to be asked in the written exam. It is essential for the candidates to master each and every topic in order to boost their chances of scoring well in the exam. Check the latest UPSC EPFO syllabus and exam pattern on this page.
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UPSC EPFO Recruitment Overview 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | UPSC EPFO 2025 |
| Conducting Authority | Union Public Service Commission |
| Posts | Enforcement Officer, Accounts Officer |
| Exam Mode | Offline (Pen & Paper) |
| Negative Marking | Yes (1/3rd mark deduction) |
| Official Website | upsc.gov.in |
UPSC EPFO Exam Pattern 2025
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Type | Objective Type (MCQs) |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Duration | 2 Hours |
| Medium of Exam | English & Hindi |
| Negative Marking | 1/3rd for each wrong answer |
Selection Process:
Recruitment Test (RT)
Interview
UPSC EPFO Syllabus 2025 – Subject-Wise Topics
1. General English
Vocabulary
Grammar usage
Synonyms & Antonyms
Spotting Errors
Sentence Improvement
Comprehension Passages
2. Indian Freedom Struggle
Revolt of 1857 and its leaders
Moderates & Extremists in Congress
Revolutionary movements
Gandhian era – Non-Cooperation, Civil Disobedience, Quit India Movement
Role of other leaders (Subhash Chandra Bose, Sardar Patel, etc.)
3. Current Events and Developmental Issues
National & International events
Government schemes & policies
Environmental issues
Economic developments
Social issues & awareness
4. Indian Polity & Economy
Constitution of India
Fundamental Rights & Duties
Parliament & State Legislatures
Judicial System in India
Economic Planning in India
Budget & Fiscal Policies
5. General Accounting Principles
Accounting concepts & conventions
Double-entry system
Journal, Ledger & Trial Balance
Depreciation methods
Financial statements
6. Industrial Relations & Labour Laws
Trade Unions in India
Industrial disputes & settlements
Labour welfare measures
Key labour laws: Industrial Disputes Act, EPF Act, Minimum Wages Act
7. General Science & Knowledge of Computer Applications
Physics, Chemistry & Biology basics
IT & Computer fundamentals
MS Office basics
Internet & Networking concepts
8. General Mental Ability & Quantitative Aptitude
Number system
Ratio & Proportion
Percentages & Profit-Loss
Time & Work
Data Interpretation
Logical reasoning & analytical ability
9. Social Security in India
Employees’ Provident Fund Scheme
Employees’ Pension Scheme
Social security measures for workers
Government initiatives for unorganised sector workers
FAQs
There are two stages — Recruitment Test and Interview.
The exam is for 2 hours.
From the UPSC official website – upsc.gov.in.
No, the written exam is objective type only.