UPSC EPFO APFC Short Notice 2026 Out
UPSC EPFO APFC Notification 2026 Out, 80 Vacancies
UPSC EPFO APFC Notification 2026 is out for 80 vacancies. Check application dates, eligibility, vacancy, age limit, salary & latest updates.
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The UPSC EPFO APFC Cut Off 2026 will be released by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) along with the result after the completion of the Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) recruitment process. The cut-off marks will be announced separately for different categories and stages, including the Recruitment Test, Interview, and Final Selection. Candidates must score equal to or above the prescribed cut-off marks to qualify for the next stage of the selection process.
UPSC EPFO APFC Cut Off 2026
The UPSC EPFO APFC Cut Off represents the minimum marks required by candidates to qualify at different stages of the recruitment process. UPSC releases category-wise cut-off marks based on factors such as exam difficulty level, number of vacancies, candidate performance, and the overall competition. The official UPSC EPFO APFC Cut Off 2026 will be published along with the final result.
The cut-off is released separately for:
- Recruitment Test (Written Exam)
- Interview Stage
- Final Selection
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UPSC EPFO APFC Previous Year Cut Off Trends
Previous year cut-off marks help candidates understand the expected qualifying range and prepare a realistic target score for the examination. The cut-off varies every year depending on factors such as the number of vacancies, the difficulty level of the paper, and the performance of candidates.
UPSC EPFO APFC Cut Off 2023
The APFC Cut Off 2023 was released along with the final result for both the written exam and interview. The written test was conducted on 2nd July 2023. The cut-off was calculated based on paper difficulty, category-wise performance, and overall competition level.
| Category | Cut-Off |
|---|
| UR | 178.33 |
| OBC | 178.33 |
| SC | 156.68 |
| ST | 151.68 |
| EWS | 176.68 |
| PH-VI | 140 |
| PH-HI | 130.83 |
| PH-OH | 147.50 |
| PH-MI/MD | 104.18 |
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UPSC EPFO APFC Interview Cut Off 2023
Candidates shortlisted after the recruitment test were required to meet the interview cut-off marks set by UPSC. The interview cut-off was released separately for different categories based on candidate performance.
| Category | Interview Cut Off |
|---|
| UR | 50 |
| OBC | 45 |
| SC | 40 |
| ST | 40 |
| EWS | 50 |
| PH-VI | 40 |
| PH-HI | 40 |
| PH-OH | 40 |
| PH-MI/MD | 40 |
UPSC EPFO APFC Final Cut Off 2023
The final cut-off is calculated after considering the combined performance of candidates in both the recruitment test and interview. Candidates securing marks equal to or above the final cut-off are considered for selection.
| Category | Final Cut Off |
|---|
| UR | 257.50 |
| OBC | 246.18 |
| SC | 224.33 |
| ST | 230.83 |
| EWS | 241.83 |
| PH-VI | 213.68 |
| PH-HI | 202.83 |
| PH-OH | 238.33 |
| PH-MI/MD | 173.33 |
UPSC EPFO APFC Cut Off 2021-22
The 2021-22 cycle saw a moderately difficult paper. Cut-off marks were separately released for the written test (300 marks) and the interview (100 marks). Final cut-off was prepared by combining both stages and varied across categories.
| Category | Recruitment Test |
|---|
| UR | 187.39 |
| OBC | 173.12 |
| SC | 160.51 |
| ST | 156.30 |
| EWS | 171.43 |
| PH-HI | 101.67 |
| PH-OH | 154.61 |
UPSC EPFO Interview Cut Off 2021-22
The interview cut-off for the 2021-22 cycle was released separately after the personality test stage. Candidates had to secure the minimum qualifying marks in the interview to be considered for final selection.
| Category | Interview |
|---|
| UR | 50 |
| OBC | 45 |
| SC | 40 |
| ST | 40 |
| EWS | 50 |
| PH-HI | 40 |
| PH-OH | 40 |
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UPSC EPFO Final Cut Off 2022
| Category | Final Selection |
|---|
| UR | 259.33 |
| OBC | 244.51 |
| SC | 234.39 |
| ST | 231.87 |
| EWS | 246.08 |
| PH-HI | 169.28 |
| PH-OH | 242.99 |
UPSC EPFO APFC Cut Off 2018
For 2018, the written test was of 300 marks, followed by an interview. The final cut off was based on aggregate performance. The general trend showed higher cut-offs due to a relatively easier paper and fewer vacancies.
| Category | Written Test (Total 300 marks) |
|---|
| General | 160 |
| OBC | 142 |
| SC | 128.50 |
| ST | 133 |
UPSC EPFO Interview Cut Off 2018
The interview cut-off marks were prescribed by UPSC to assess candidates who qualified for the personality test. These marks were considered along with the written exam score for final selection.
| Category | Interview (Total 100 marks) |
|---|
| General | 50 |
| OBC | 45 |
| SC | 40 |
| ST | 40 |
UPSC EPFO Final Cut Off 2018
The final cut-off for the 2018 cycle was based on the combined marks secured by candidates in the written examination and interview. The category-wise final scores determined the selection list.
| Category | Final Cut Off |
|---|
| General | 237.50 |
| OBC | 219.72 |
| SC | 194.25 |
| ST | 228.58 |
UPSC EPFO APFC Cut Off 2016-17
The 2016-17 EPFO exam had a 100-mark written test followed by a 100-mark interview. The overall cut off was much lower than in later years. This cycle helps understand the impact of exam pattern and vacancies on the final score.
| Category | Written Test (Total 100 marks) |
|---|
| General | 49.50 |
| OBC | 44.50 |
| SC | 42.50 |
| ST | 43.50 |
| PH (OH) | 30.00 |
| PH (HI) | 30.00 |
UPSC EPFO APFC Highest Marks 2017
In 2017, UPSC released the highest marks scored by toppers in each category. These scores serve as a benchmark for aspirants to set realistic preparation goals. General category toppers crossed the 130-mark threshold in final scoring.
| Category | Highest marks |
|---|
| General | 132.78 |
| OBC | 127.78 |
| SC | 120.56 |
| ST | 118.61 |
| PH (OH) | 118.28 |
| PH (HI) | 103.28 |
