The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has released the Grade A Assistant Manager Notification 2026 for 30 posts across the General, Research, Actuary, and Official Language (Rajbhasha) Streams. The application process has started, and candidates can submit their forms until 24th September 2026.
When was the PFRDA Grade A Notification 2026 released?
The PFRDA Grade A 2026 Notification has been released on 3rd September 2026 for General, Research, Actuary and Official Language (Rajbhasha) Streams. The notification include key details about vacancies, application dates, eligibility, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, salary, and other recruitment information.
Download PFRDA Grade A Notification PDF
Candidates interested in appearing for the upcoming PFRDA Grade A exam must go through the Notification PDF once which has been released on 3rd September 2026. The link to download the notification PDF is provided below.
Download PFRDA Grade A Notification PDF
PFRDA Assistant Manager Notification 2026 Overview
Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA Authority), is a statutory regulatory body in the financial sector established under PFRDA Act. Check out the basic overview of the exam in the table below:
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Conducting Authority | Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) |
| Exam Name | PFRDA Grade A (Assistant Manager) |
| Post Name | Assistant Manager |
| Notification Released | Released on 3rd September 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Category | Regulatory Exams |
| Job Location | All Over India |
| Official Website | PFRDA |
What are the major changes in PFRDA Grade A 2026?
The PFRDA Grade A 2026 recruitment brings key changes, including an expanded syllabus, especially for the General Stream, and 90 questions in Phase 1 Paper 1 to be attempted in 60 minutes. Candidates can build on their Paper 2 preparation but must cover the wider syllabus. The recruitment also offers a higher starting salary and a two-year probation period.
| Area | PFRDA Grade A 2026 | PFRDA Grade A 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 30 | 40 |
| General Stream Vacancies | 25 | 28 |
| Recruitment Streams | 4 | 8 |
| General Paper 2 Syllabus Topics Covered | 12 | 7 |
| Phase 1 Paper 1 Total Questions | 90 | 80 |
| Reasoning Questions | 30 | 20 |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹62,500 | ₹44,500 |
| Gross Monthly Emoluments | Approx. ₹2.05 lakh | Approx. ₹1.57 lakh |
| Probation Period | 2 years | 1 year |
| Interview Shortlisting | 5 times the vacancies | No fixed ratio specified |
Also check details about the Major Changes in PFRDA Grade A 2026
What are the important dates for the PFRDA Grade A 2026?
Candidates preparing for the PFRDA Grade A Exam 2026 should note the key dates. The notification has been released, and the application link is active until 24th September 2026. Phase 1 will be held on 15th October 2026, followed by Phase 2 on 20th November 2026. Candidates should regularly check the official PFRDA website for admit card, result, and interview updates.
| Events | PFRDA Grade A 2026 Dates |
| Notification Release Date | 3rd September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 3rd September 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 24th September 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Fee Payment | 24th September 2026 |
| Last Date to Print Application Form | 9th October 2026 |
| Phase 1 Admit Card Release Date | TBA |
| Phase 1 Exam Date | 15th October 2026 |
| Phase 1 Result Date | TBA |
| Phase 2 Admit Card Release Date | TBA |
| Phase 2 Exam Date | 20th November 2026 |
| Phase 2 Result Date | TBA |
| Interview Date | TBA |
How many vacancies are expected for PFRDA Grade A 2026?
The PFRDA Grade A 2026 recruitment notice released for 30 vacancies of Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) across 4 streams General, Research, Actuary, and Official Language (Rajbhasha). The General Stream has 25 posts, while Research and Actuary have 2 vacancies each, and Rajbhasha has 1 vacancy.
| Stream | 2026 Vacancy |
|---|---|
| General | 25 |
| Research | 2 |
| Actuary | 2 |
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | 1 |
| Total | 30 |
PFRDA Grade A Apply Online Link Active
The PFRDA Grade A online application form has been released along with the notification PDF. Candidates must complete the application process and pay the required application fee before 24th September 2026. The direct apply link for the PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager posts has been activated, and the link is provided below.
Direct Link to Apply Online for PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager (Active)
How to apply for the PFRDA Assistant Manager post?
Candidates applying for the PFRDA Grade A Exam must complete the online application through the official PFRDA website. They need to enter their basic details, save the application if required, upload the necessary documents, pay the application fee, and carefully check all details before submitting the form.
Check out the step by steps process to fill the PFRDA Grade A Application Form:
Application Access: Apply using the online link above or visit the official PFRDA website.
- New Registration: Click “New Registration,” enter your Name, Contact, Email, and other details; note the provisional registration number and password sent via email/SMS.
- Saving & Reviewing: Use the “Save & Next” option to save incomplete forms and review your details before final submission.
- Final Submission: Verify all information carefully; changes are not allowed after clicking “Complete Registration.”
- Correct Personal Details: Ensure your name and father/husband’s name match certificates/mark sheets to avoid disqualification.
- Validation of Form: Click “Validate Your Details” and then “Save & Next” to confirm correctness.
- Fee Payment & Submission: Pay the application fee and submit the completed application form.
PFRDA Assistant Manager Application Fee
As per last year’s notification, the online application fee was Rs. 1,000/- for Unreserved/General, EWS, and OBC candidates, while there was no application fee for SC, ST, PwBD, and Women candidates. Further details regarding the online application fee are provided below:
| Category of Applicant | Amount of Fee (Non-Refundable) (in INR) |
| Unreserved/GEN, EWS & OBC | Rs. 1,000/- (inclusive of GST) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women | Nil |
What is the eligibility for PFRDA Grade A posts?
The PFRDA Grade A 2026 recruitment is being conducted for four streams General, Research, Actuary, and Official Language (Rajbhasha). The educational qualification varies for each stream, while candidates must also meet the prescribed age and other eligibility conditions. Candidates can apply for a maximum of two streams if they meet the required educational qualifications. Separate applications and fees are required for each stream.
What is the age limit to apply for the PFRDA Grade A exam?
As per the PFRDA Grade A 2026 notification, candidates must be 30 years or below as on 31st July 2026 and should have been born on or after 1st August 1996. Age relaxation is applicable to eligible candidates from reserved categories as per the official notification.
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 5 years
- SC/ST: Up to 5 years
- OBC (NCL): Up to 3 years
- PwBD: Up to 10 years
- PwBD (OBC): Up to 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): Up to 15 years
What is the required qualification to apply for the PFRDA Grade A exam?
Candidates must meet the educational qualification required for their chosen PFRDA Grade A 2026 stream. The recruitment covers General, Research, Actuary, and Official Language (Rajbhasha) streams. The required qualification must be completed and recognised as per 31st July 2026. Candidates should also have computer literacy and basic knowledge of MS Office applications such as Word and Excel.
| Stream | Educational Qualification |
| General | • Master’s Degree/Post Graduate Diploma of minimum 2 years’ duration in any discipline • Bachelor’s Degree in Law or Engineering from a recognised University • ACA/FCA from ICAI, ACS/FCS from ICSI, ACMA/FCMA from ICMAI, or CFA from CFA Institute • PG Diploma must be equivalent to a Master’s Degree as recognised by the Association of Indian Universities |
| Research | • Master’s Degree/PG Diploma of minimum 2 years’ duration in Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Econometrics, Quantitative Economics, Financial Economics, Mathematical Economics, Business Economics, Agricultural Economics, Industrial Economics or Business Analytics • Master’s Degree/PG Diploma in Finance, Quantitative Finance, Mathematical Finance, Quantitative Techniques, International Finance, Business Finance, International and Trade Finance, Project and Infrastructure Finance or Agri. Business Finance • Master’s Degree/PG Diploma in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, Statistics & Informatics, Applied Statistics & Informatics, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning or Big Data Analytics • Master’s Degree in Mathematics with a one-year PG Diploma in Statistics or a related subject |
| Actuary | • Graduation from a recognised University/Institute • Pass or exemption in all seven Core Principles subjects of the Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) Examination |
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | • Master’s Degree in Hindi/Hindi Translation with English as a subject at Bachelor’s Degree level • OR Master’s Degree in Sanskrit/English/Economics/Commerce with Hindi as a subject at Bachelor’s Degree level • OR Master’s Degree in both English and Hindi/Hindi Translation from a recognised University/Institute |
What has changed for PFRDA Grade A Research Stream candidates?
The Research Stream has also been restructured. Instead of separate Research (Economics) and Research (Statistics) streams, the 2026 notification provides a single Research Stream with two posts. The eligibility criteria also cover a wider range of qualifications, including Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Econometrics, Finance, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Big Data Analytics. However, candidates should pay attention to the Paper 2 syllabus because it remains largely statistical.
What is the selection process for a PFRDA Grade A officer?
The PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026 follows a three-stage selection process. Candidates have to qualify at each stage to move ahead in the recruitment process. Phase I is the online screening examination, Phase II is the online examination, and Phase III is the interview.
- Phase I – Online Screening Exam
- Phase II – Online Examination
- Phase III – Interview
What is the PFRDA Grade A phase 1 exam pattern?
Phase 1 of the PFRDA Grade A 2026 exam is an online screening examination consisting of two papers of 100 marks each. Paper 1 is common for all streams, while Paper 2 tests subjects related to the candidate’s chosen stream. There is negative marking of 1/4th of the marks assigned to a question in both papers.
- Paper 1 and Paper 2 carry 100 marks each.
- Paper 1 is common to all streams.
- Paper 2 is stream-specific.
- Negative marking of 1/4th applies to both papers.
- Candidates need to secure separate cut-offs in each paper.
- An aggregate cut-off will also be prescribed for shortlisting.
- Phase I marks are used only for shortlisting and are not counted for final selection.
| Paper | Subjects | Marks/Questions/Duration |
| Paper 1 | English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Test of Reasoning and General Awareness including questions related to the Financial Sector | 100 marks, 90 questions, 60 minutes |
| Paper 2 | General Stream: Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act, Economics, Pension Sector, AI, Media, Marketing & Communication. Research, Actuary and Rajbhasha: Specialised subjects related to the respective stream. | 100 marks, 50 questions, 40 minutes |
What is the PFRDA Grade A phase 2 exam patter?
Phase 2 of the PFRDA Grade A 2026 recruitment will be conducted online on 20th November 2026. It consists of two papers of 100 marks each. Paper 1 is an English Descriptive Test to assess drafting skills, while Paper 2 contains stream-specific objective questions.
- Paper 1 carries 100 marks and has 3 descriptive questions.
- Paper 2 carries 100 marks and has 50 MCQs.
- Paper 1 has a weightage of 1/3rd.
- Paper 2 has a weightage of 2/3rd.
- Negative marking of 1/4th applies to Paper 2.
- Separate cut-offs are prescribed for the papers along with an aggregate cut-off.
- Paper 1 will be evaluated only for candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper 2.
- Candidates up to 5 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for Phase III in order of merit.
| Paper | Subject | Marks/Questions/Duration | Weightage |
| Paper 1 | English Descriptive Test for all streams | 100 marks, 3 questions, 60 minutes | 1/3rd |
| Paper 2 | General Stream: Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act, Economics, Pension Sector, AI, Media, Marketing & Communication. Other streams: Specialised subject related to the respective stream. | 100 marks, 50 questions, 40 minutes | 2/3rd |
What is the PFRDA Grade A phase 3 exam pattern?
Candidates who qualify Phase 2 will be shortlisted for the Phase 3 interview. Candidates can choose to attend the interview in Hindi or English. The Phase 2 exam carries 85% weightage, while the Phase 3 interview carries 15% weightage for final selection.
| Stage | Details | Weightage |
| Phase 1 | Online Screening Examination | Only for shortlisting |
| Phase 2 | Online Examination | 85% |
| Phase 3 | Interview | 15% |
What is the PFRDA Grade A officer’s salary?
The PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager post offers an attractive salary along with several allowances and benefits. As per the 2026 notification, the pay scale starts at ₹62,500 and can increase up to ₹1,26,100 through the prescribed increments over 17 years. The gross emoluments at the minimum of the scale are approximately ₹2,05,000 per month, including PFRDA’s contribution towards the National Pension System (NPS) and other applicable allowances.
| Category | Details |
| Pay Scale | ₹62,500-3,600(4)-₹76,900-4,050(7)-₹1,05,250-EB-4,050(4)-₹1,21,450-4,650(1)-₹1,26,100 over 17 years |
| Gross Emoluments | Approximately ₹2,05,000 per month at the minimum of the scale, including PFRDA’s NPS contribution and applicable allowances |
| Allowances | Grade Allowance, Special Allowance, Special Grade Allowance, Dearness Allowance, Local Allowance, Family Allowance, Special Compensatory Allowance, Learning Allowance and Housing Allowance |
| Other Benefits | Leave Fare Concession, Medical Expenses, Personal Accident Insurance, Eye Refraction/Spectacles, Children Education Allowance, Knowledge Updation Allowance, Briefcase, Conveyance Expenses, House Cleaning Allowance, Staff Furnishing Scheme, Computer Purchase Scheme, Pluxee Meal Card and other applicable benefits |
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| PFRDA Grade A Practice Quiz | Download PDF |
| PFRDA Grade A Previous Year Papers | Download Now |
| PFRDA Grade A Prep Kit | Download Now |
FAQs
The PFRDA Grade A Notification 2026 notification PDF has been released on 3rd September 2026.
The notification has been released for a total of 30 vacancies.
The application process has been started from 3rd September and the last date to submit the form is on 24th September 2026.
The upper age limit is 30 years as per 31st July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
The key streams under PFRDA Grade A 2026 are General, Research, Actuary, and Official Language (Rajbhasha).
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