{"id":154235,"date":"2026-09-21T14:31:16","date_gmt":"2026-09-21T09:01:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=154235"},"modified":"2026-09-21T14:31:17","modified_gmt":"2026-09-21T09:01:17","slug":"pfrda-assistant-manager-notification","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/","title":{"rendered":"PFRDA Grade A Recruitment Notice 2026 Out, Download Notification PDF"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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>PFRDA Grade A Apply Online Link Active<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#How_to_apply_for_the_PFRDA_Assistant_Manager_post\" >How to apply for the PFRDA Assistant Manager post?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_documents_are_required_for_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Application_2026\" >What documents are required for the PFRDA Grade A Application 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#Can_candidates_change_details_after_submitting_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Application_Form\" >Can candidates change details after submitting the PFRDA Grade A Application Form?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_certificates_are_required_for_OBC_and_EWS_candidates_in_PFRDA_Grade_A_2026\" >What certificates are required for OBC and EWS candidates in PFRDA Grade A 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_should_candidates_know_before_submitting_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Application_2026\" >What should candidates know before submitting the PFRDA Grade A Application 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Application_Fee_2026\" >What is the PFRDA Grade A Application Fee 2026?<\/a><\/li><li 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href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#Is_work_experience_required_for_PFRDA_Grade_A_2026\" >Is work experience required for PFRDA Grade A 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_are_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_cut-off_and_qualifying_rules_for_2026\" >What are the PFRDA Grade A cut-off and qualifying rules for 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_has_changed_for_PFRDA_Grade_A_Research_Stream_candidates\" >What has changed for PFRDA Grade A Research Stream candidates?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_is_the_selection_process_for_a_PFRDA_Grade_A_officer\" >What is the selection process for a PFRDA Grade A officer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_phase_1_exam_pattern\" >What is the PFRDA Grade A phase 1 exam pattern?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_phase_2_exam_patter\" >What is the PFRDA Grade A phase 2 exam patter?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#Is_there_negative_marking_in_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Exam_2026\" >Is there negative marking in the PFRDA Grade A Exam 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_phase_3_exam_pattern\" >What is the PFRDA Grade A phase 3 exam pattern?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Interview_Process_2026\" >What is the PFRDA Grade A Interview Process 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#How_is_the_final_merit_list_prepared_for_PFRDA_Grade_A_2026\" >How is the final merit list prepared for PFRDA Grade A 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#Can_candidates_choose_Hindi_or_English_in_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Exam_2026\" >Can candidates choose Hindi or English in the PFRDA Grade A Exam 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_officers_salary\" >What is the PFRDA Grade A officer\u2019s salary?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Probation_Period_2026\" >What is the PFRDA Grade A Probation Period 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#Where_can_a_PFRDA_Grade_A_Officer_be_posted\" >Where can a PFRDA Grade A Officer be posted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Job_Profile\" >What is the PFRDA Grade A Job Profile?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#What_is_PFRDA_and_what_does_it_do\" >What is PFRDA and what does it do?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-notification\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-was-the-pfrda-grade-a-notification-2026-released\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_was_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Notification_2026_released\"><\/span>When was the PFRDA Grade A Notification 2026 released?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/pfrda-grade-a-mock-test\/?ref=contpp-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Attempt PFRDA Grade A Mock Test <\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-download-pfrda-grade-a-notification-pdf\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Download_PFRDA_Grade_A_Notification_PDF\"><\/span>Download PFRDA Grade A Notification PDF<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/download.oliveboard.in\/pdf\/PFRDA-Grade-A-Notification-2026.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PFRDA Grade A Notification PDF <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pfrda-assistant-manager-notification-2026-overview\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PFRDA_Assistant_Manager_Notification_2026_Overview\"><\/span>PFRDA Assistant Manager Notification 2026 Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Conducting Authority<\/td><td>Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Name<\/td><td>PFRDA Grade A (Assistant Manager)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Post Name<\/td><td>Assistant Manager<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Notification Released<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Released on 3rd September 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Mode<\/td><td>Online<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Category<\/td><td>Regulatory Exams<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Job Location<\/td><td>All Over India<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official Website<\/td><td>PFRDA<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-major-changes-in-pfrda-grade-a-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_major_changes_in_PFRDA_Grade_A_2026\"><\/span>What are the major changes in PFRDA Grade A 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>PFRDA Grade A 2026<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>PFRDA Grade A 2025<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Vacancies<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Stream Vacancies<\/td><td>25<\/td><td>28<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Recruitment Streams<\/td><td>4<\/td><td>8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Paper 2 Syllabus Topics Covered<\/td><td>12<\/td><td>7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 1 Paper 1 Total Questions<\/td><td>90<\/td><td>80<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reasoning Questions<\/td><td>30<\/td><td>20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Starting Basic Pay<\/td><td>\u20b962,500<\/td><td>\u20b944,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gross Monthly Emoluments<\/td><td>Approx. \u20b92.05 lakh<\/td><td>Approx. \u20b91.57 lakh<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Probation Period<\/td><td>2 years<\/td><td>1 year<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interview Shortlisting<\/td><td>5 times the vacancies<\/td><td>No fixed ratio specified<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/major-changes-in-pfrda-grade-a-2026\/?ref=contac-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Also check details about the Major Changes in PFRDA Grade A 2026<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-important-dates-for-the-pfrda-grade-a-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_important_dates_for_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_2026\"><\/span>What are the important dates for the PFRDA Grade A 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Events<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>PFRDA Grade A 2026 Dates<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Notification Release Date<\/td><td>3rd September 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Start Date<\/td><td>3rd September 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Application Last Date<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>24th September 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last Date for Online Fee Payment<\/td><td>24th September 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Last Date to Print Application Form<\/td><td>9th October 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 1 Admit Card Release Date<\/td><td>TBA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Phase 1 Exam Date<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>15th October 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 1 Result Date<\/td><td>TBA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 2 Admit Card Release Date<\/td><td>TBA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Phase 2 Exam Date<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>20th November 2026<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 2 Result Date<\/td><td>TBA<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interview Date<\/td><td>TBA<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/mcqs-on-pension-sector-pfrda-and-nps\/?ref=contac-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download Free eBook on 100+ MCQs on Pension Sector, PFRDA &amp; NPS<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-many-vacancies-are-expected-for-pfrda-grade-a-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_vacancies_are_expected_for_PFRDA_Grade_A_2026\"><\/span>How many vacancies are expected for PFRDA Grade A 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><strong>Stream<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>2026 Vacancy<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td>General<\/td><td>25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Research<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Actuary<\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Official Language (Rajbhasha)<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Total<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>30<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pfrda-grade-a-apply-online-link-active\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PFRDA_Grade_A_Apply_Online_Link_Active\"><\/span>PFRDA Grade A Apply Online Link Active<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ibpsreg.ibps.in\/pfrdajul26\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Direct Link to Apply Online for PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager (Active)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-apply-for-the-pfrda-assistant-manager-post\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_apply_for_the_PFRDA_Assistant_Manager_post\"><\/span>How to apply for the PFRDA Assistant Manager post?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out the step by steps process to fill the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-apply-online\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PFRDA Grade A Application Form<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application Access:<\/strong> Apply using the online link above or visit the official PFRDA website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>New Registration:<\/strong> Click &#8220;New Registration,&#8221; enter your Name, Contact, Email, and other details; note the provisional registration number and password sent via email\/SMS.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Saving &amp; Reviewing:<\/strong> Use the &#8220;Save &amp; Next&#8221; option to save incomplete forms and review your details before final submission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final Submission:<\/strong> Verify all information carefully; changes are not allowed after clicking &#8220;Complete Registration.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Correct Personal Details:<\/strong> Ensure your name and father\/husband\u2019s name match certificates\/mark sheets to avoid disqualification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Validation of Form:<\/strong> Click &#8220;Validate Your Details&#8221; and then &#8220;Save &amp; Next&#8221; to confirm correctness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fee Payment &amp; Submission:<\/strong> Pay the application fee and submit the completed application form.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_documents_are_required_for_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Application_2026\"><\/span>What documents are required for the PFRDA Grade A Application 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates applying for the PFRDA Grade A 2026 recruitment should keep the required documents ready before filling out the online form. The uploaded photograph, signature and other documents must meet the specifications given in the application portal. Candidates should also keep their qualification and category certificates ready because these may be checked at the interview or document verification stage. Incorrect, unclear or invalid documents can affect the candidature. The important documents include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recent passport-size photograph<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scanned signature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Left thumb impression, if required in the application form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Handwritten declaration, if required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Valid photo identity proof<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Class 10 certificate or other valid proof of date of birth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduation, post-graduation or professional qualification certificates, as applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mark sheets related to the required educational qualification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SC\/ST certificate, if applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>OBC-NCL certificate, if applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EWS Income and Asset Certificate, if applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PwBD certificate, if applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ex-serviceman documents, if applicable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Active email ID and mobile number<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_candidates_change_details_after_submitting_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Application_Form\"><\/span>Can candidates change details after submitting the PFRDA Grade A Application Form?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should carefully verify all information before finally submitting the PFRDA Grade A Application Form 2026. According to the official notification, requests for changes or corrections in application particulars, including category details, will not be entertained after the application has been finally submitted. Therefore, personal, academic and reservation details should be checked carefully before final submission. Candidates should verify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Candidate&#8217;s name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Date of birth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Category<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stream applied for<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational qualification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mobile number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Examination centre preferences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uploaded photograph and signature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reservation details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application fee status<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-ai-ml-quiz\/?ref=contac-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt the PFRDA Grade A AI\/ML Quiz<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_certificates_are_required_for_OBC_and_EWS_candidates_in_PFRDA_Grade_A_2026\"><\/span>What certificates are required for OBC and EWS candidates in PFRDA Grade A 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>OBC-NCL and EWS candidates must satisfy the certificate conditions prescribed by PFRDA to claim reservation benefits. Simply selecting the reserved category in the application form is not sufficient. Eligible candidates must produce the required valid certificate during document verification at the interview stage. Failure to produce the prescribed certificate can affect eligibility under the claimed category. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Certificate Requirement<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OBC-NCL<\/td><td>Valid OBC-NCL certificate issued on or after 1st April 2026 and before document verification<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EWS<\/td><td>Income and Asset Certificate valid for Financial Year 2026-27<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EWS Income Basis<\/td><td>Based on gross annual income for Financial Year 2025-26<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EWS Certificate Issue Period<\/td><td>On or after 1st April 2026 and before document verification\/interview<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_candidates_know_before_submitting_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Application_2026\"><\/span>What should candidates know before submitting the PFRDA Grade A Application 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should read the PFRDA Grade A Notification 2026 carefully before completing the online application. Since corrections are not accepted after final submission, applicants should verify their eligibility, stream, category, qualification and examination centre preferences before completing registration. Candidates applying for two streams should also follow the separate-application requirements specified by PFRDA. Important instructions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply only for streams for which you meet the required qualification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A candidate can apply for a maximum of two eligible streams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit a separate application for each stream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the applicable fee separately for each application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check all details before final submission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select examination centre preferences carefully.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates applying for two streams should choose the same centres for both streams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep the registered email ID and mobile number active.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regularly check the PFRDA website for call letters and recruitment updates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preserve a copy of the submitted application and fee receipt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep original eligibility and category certificates ready for later verification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Application_Fee_2026\"><\/span>What is the PFRDA Grade A Application Fee 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates applying for PFRDA Grade A 2026 must pay the prescribed non-refundable application fee while submitting the online form. The application fee is \u20b91,000 inclusive of GST for Unreserved\/General, EWS and OBC candidates. SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen candidates are exempt from paying the application fee. Candidates applying for two streams must submit separate applications and pay the fee separately for each application wherever applicable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>PFRDA Grade A Application Fee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Unreserved\/GEN<\/td><td>\u20b91,000 including GST<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>EWS<\/td><td>\u20b91,000 including GST<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OBC<\/td><td>\u20b91,000 including GST<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SC\/ST<\/td><td>Nil<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PwBD<\/td><td>Nil<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ex-servicemen<\/td><td>Nil<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/finance-formulas-for-pfrda-grade-a\/?ref=contpp-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click Here to get 100+ Must-Know Finance Formulas for PFRDA Grade A<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_candidates_apply_for_more_than_one_PFRDA_Grade_A_Stream_in_2026\"><\/span>Can candidates apply for more than one PFRDA Grade A Stream in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, an eligible candidate can apply for a maximum of <strong>2 PFRDA Grade A streams<\/strong> in the 2026 recruitment. However, the candidate must separately meet the educational qualification required for each stream. A separate online application must be submitted for each stream, and the applicable fee has to be paid separately for every application. Candidates applying for two streams should remember:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A maximum of two streams can be selected.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The candidate must satisfy the eligibility criteria for both streams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A separate application is required for each stream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The prescribed application fee must be paid separately for each application unless the candidate is exempt from the fee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates applying for two streams should choose the same Phase 1 and Phase 2 examination centres for both applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phase 2 Paper 2 for different streams may be conducted in different shifts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applying for more than two streams can lead to rejection of the additional applications.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-eligibility-for-pfrda-grade-a-posts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_eligibility_for_PFRDA_Grade_A_posts\"><\/span>What is the eligibility for PFRDA Grade A posts?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The PFRDA Grade A 2026 recruitment is being conducted for four streams <strong>General, Research, Actuary, and Official Language (Rajbhasha)<\/strong>. The educational qualification varies for each stream, while candidates must also meet the prescribed age and other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-eligibility\/?ref=contac-pfrda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eligibility conditions<\/a>. 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-age-limit-to-apply-for-the-pfrda-grade-a-exam\">What is the age limit to apply for the PFRDA Grade A exam?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ex-Servicemen:<\/strong> Up to 5 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SC\/ST:<\/strong> Up to 5 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>OBC (NCL):<\/strong> Up to 3 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PwBD:<\/strong> Up to 10 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PwBD (OBC):<\/strong> Up to 13 years<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PwBD (SC\/ST):<\/strong> Up to 15 years<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/pfrda-grade-a-exam\/?ref=contpp-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Explore PFRDA Grade A Online Coaching Classes<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-required-qualification-to-apply-for-the-pfrda-grade-a-exam\">What is the required qualification to apply for the PFRDA Grade A exam?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stream<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Educational Qualification<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>General<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Master&#8217;s Degree\/Post Graduate Diploma of minimum 2 years&#8217; duration in any discipline<br>\u2022 Bachelor&#8217;s Degree in Law or Engineering from a recognised University<br>\u2022 ACA\/FCA from ICAI, ACS\/FCS from ICSI, ACMA\/FCMA from ICMAI, or CFA from CFA Institute<br>\u2022 PG Diploma must be equivalent to a Master&#8217;s Degree as recognised by the Association of Indian Universities<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Research<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Master&#8217;s Degree\/PG Diploma of minimum 2 years&#8217; duration in Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, Econometrics, Quantitative Economics, Financial Economics, Mathematical Economics, Business Economics, Agricultural Economics, Industrial Economics or Business Analytics<br>\u2022 Master&#8217;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<br>\u2022 Master&#8217;s Degree\/PG Diploma in Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, Statistics &amp; Informatics, Applied Statistics &amp; Informatics, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning or Big Data Analytics<br>\u2022 Master&#8217;s Degree in Mathematics with a one-year PG Diploma in Statistics or a related subject<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Actuary<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Graduation from a recognised University\/Institute<br>\u2022 Pass or exemption in all seven Core Principles subjects of the Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) Examination<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Official Language (Rajbhasha)<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Master&#8217;s Degree in Hindi\/Hindi Translation with English as a subject at Bachelor&#8217;s Degree level<br>\u2022 OR Master&#8217;s Degree in Sanskrit\/English\/Economics\/Commerce with Hindi as a subject at Bachelor&#8217;s Degree level<br>\u2022 OR Master&#8217;s Degree in both English and Hindi\/Hindi Translation from a recognised University\/Institute<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/esi-and-finance-mcqs-for-pfrda-grade-a\/?ref=contac-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check 200+ ESI &amp; Finance MCQs for PFRDA Grade A<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_final-year_students_apply_for_PFRDA_Grade_A_2026\"><\/span>Can final-year students apply for PFRDA Grade A 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, candidates who have appeared for their final qualifying examination and are awaiting the result are permitted to participate in the PFRDA Grade A 2026 selection process. Such candidates can appear in Phase 1, Phase 2 and even Phase 3, subject to meeting the other eligibility conditions. However, final appointment depends on producing proof of having successfully obtained the required qualification within the time allowed by PFRDA. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Candidates awaiting the result of the qualifying examination can apply.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They may participate in all three stages of the selection process.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They must ultimately obtain the qualification required for their chosen stream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Documentary proof of passing the qualifying examination must be produced within the time given by PFRDA.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>PFRDA will not grant an extension beyond the prescribed deadline for submitting proof of qualification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_work_experience_required_for_PFRDA_Grade_A_2026\"><\/span>Is work experience required for PFRDA Grade A 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The PFRDA Grade A 2026 notification does not prescribe prior work experience as a general eligibility requirement for the advertised General, Research, Actuary and Official Language streams. Eligibility is primarily based on the prescribed educational or professional qualification for the selected stream, along with the age and other conditions given in the notification. Therefore, eligible freshers can also apply. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prior employment is not a general compulsory condition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Freshers can apply if they meet the required educational qualification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>General Stream candidates must possess one of the specified postgraduate, Law, Engineering or professional qualifications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research Stream candidates must hold one of the specified postgraduate qualifications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Actuary Stream candidates must satisfy the graduation and actuarial examination requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rajbhasha candidates must meet the prescribed language-related postgraduate qualification.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-pfrda-act-2013-quiz\/?ref=contac-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Practise Questions on the PFRDA Act<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_cut-off_and_qualifying_rules_for_2026\"><\/span>What are the PFRDA Grade A cut-off and qualifying rules for 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>PFRDA does not announce a fixed cut-off in advance for the Grade A examination. The Authority decides the required cut-off according to candidate performance, vacancies and the stage of recruitment. Candidates must qualify both the individual papers and the overall aggregate wherever prescribed. Phase 1 marks are used only for shortlisting and do not contribute to the final merit list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stage<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Qualifying Rule<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 1 Paper 1<\/td><td>Separate cut-off must be cleared<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 1 Paper 2<\/td><td>Separate cut-off must be cleared<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 1 Aggregate<\/td><td>Aggregate cut-off must also be cleared<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 2 Paper 2<\/td><td>Minimum qualifying marks must be secured<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 2 Paper 1<\/td><td>Evaluated only for candidates qualifying Paper 2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 2 Overall<\/td><td>Separate paper-wise and aggregate cut-offs apply<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interview Shortlisting<\/td><td>Candidates equal to 5 times the number of vacancies are shortlisted in order of merit<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-has-changed-for-pfrda-grade-a-research-stream-candidates\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_has_changed_for_PFRDA_Grade_A_Research_Stream_candidates\"><\/span>What has changed for PFRDA Grade A Research Stream candidates?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Research Stream has also been restructured. Instead of separate&nbsp;<strong>Research (Economics)<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>Research (Statistics)<\/strong>&nbsp;streams, the 2026 notification provides a single Research Stream with two posts. The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-eligibility\/?ref=contac-nai-reg-pfrda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eligibility criteria<\/a>&nbsp;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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_selection_process_for_a_PFRDA_Grade_A_officer\"><\/span>What is the selection process for a PFRDA Grade A officer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Phase I \u2013 Online Screening Exam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phase II \u2013 Online Examination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phase III \u2013 Interview<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-syllabus\/?ref=contac-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore the Revised PFRDA Grade A Syllabus 2026<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-pfrda-grade-a-phase-1-exam-pattern\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_phase_1_exam_pattern\"><\/span>What is the PFRDA Grade A phase 1 exam pattern?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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&#8217;s chosen stream. There is negative marking of 1\/4th of the marks assigned to a question in both papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Paper 1 and Paper 2 carry 100 marks each.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper 1 is common to all streams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper 2 is stream-specific.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Negative marking of 1\/4th applies to both papers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates need to secure separate cut-offs in each paper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An aggregate cut-off will also be prescribed for shortlisting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phase I marks are used only for shortlisting and are not counted for final selection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Paper<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Subjects<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Marks\/Questions\/Duration<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Paper 1<\/strong><\/td><td>English Language, <br>Quantitative Aptitude, <br>Test of Reasoning and <br>General Awareness including questions related to the Financial Sector<\/td><td>100 marks, <br>90 questions, <br>60 minutes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Paper 2<\/strong><\/td><td>General Stream: Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act, Economics, Pension Sector, AI, Media, Marketing &amp; Communication. Research, Actuary and Rajbhasha: Specialised subjects related to the respective stream.<\/td><td>100 marks, <br>50 questions, <br>40 minutes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-pfrda-grade-a-phase-2-exam-patter\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_phase_2_exam_patter\"><\/span>What is the PFRDA Grade A phase 2 exam patter?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Paper 1 carries 100 marks and has 3 descriptive questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper 2 carries 100 marks and has 50 MCQs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper 1 has a weightage of 1\/3rd.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper 2 has a weightage of 2\/3rd.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Negative marking of 1\/4th applies to Paper 2.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Separate cut-offs are prescribed for the papers along with an aggregate cut-off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paper 1 will be evaluated only for candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper 2.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates up to 5 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted for Phase III in order of merit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Paper<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Marks\/Questions\/Duration<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weightage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Paper 1<\/strong><\/td><td>English Descriptive Test for all streams<\/td><td>100 marks, 3 questions, 60 minutes<\/td><td>1\/3rd<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Paper 2<\/strong><\/td><td>General Stream: Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act, Economics, Pension Sector, AI, Media, Marketing &amp; Communication. Other streams: Specialised subject related to the respective stream.<\/td><td>100 marks, 50 questions, 40 minutes<\/td><td>2\/3rd<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_there_negative_marking_in_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Exam_2026\"><\/span>Is there negative marking in the PFRDA Grade A Exam 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, negative marking applies to the objective papers of the PFRDA Grade A examination. In Phase 1, both Paper 1 and Paper 2 carry a penalty for incorrect answers. In Phase 2, the penalty applies to the objective Paper 2, while Paper 1 is a descriptive English test. The penalty is one-fourth of the marks assigned to the particular question. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Exam Stage<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Paper<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Negative Marking<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 1<\/td><td>Paper 1<\/td><td>One-fourth of the marks assigned to the question<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 1<\/td><td>Paper 2<\/td><td>One-fourth of the marks assigned to the question<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 2<\/td><td>Paper 1, Descriptive English<\/td><td>Not applicable as an objective negative-marking rule<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 2<\/td><td>Paper 2<\/td><td>One-fourth of the marks assigned to the question<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-study-material\/?ref=contac-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore PFRDA Grade A Notes, Quizzes and Practice Resources<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-pfrda-grade-a-phase-3-exam-pattern\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_phase_3_exam_pattern\"><\/span>What is the PFRDA Grade A phase 3 exam pattern?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Stage<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weightage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Phase <\/strong>1<\/td><td>Online Screening Examination<\/td><td>Only for shortlisting<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Phase <\/strong>2<\/td><td>Online Examination<\/td><td>85%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Phase <\/strong>3<\/td><td>Interview<\/td><td>15%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Interview_Process_2026\"><\/span>What is the PFRDA Grade A Interview Process 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates who qualify Phase 2 are shortlisted for the PFRDA Grade A Phase 3 Interview. PFRDA will communicate the interview date, time and venue to shortlisted candidates through the prescribed communication channels and call letter. Candidates can choose to appear for the interview in either Hindi or English. The interview carries 15% weightage in final selection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only candidates shortlisted after Phase 2 are called for interview.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidates equal to five times the number of vacancies are shortlisted in order of merit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The interview can be taken in Hindi or English.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phase 3 carries 15% weightage in the final merit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phase 2 carries the remaining 85% weightage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interview venue and schedule will be mentioned in the call letter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Required original certificates and eligibility documents must be produced as prescribed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_the_final_merit_list_prepared_for_PFRDA_Grade_A_2026\"><\/span>How is the final merit list prepared for PFRDA Grade A 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The final selection for PFRDA Grade A 2026 is based on the candidate&#8217;s performance in Phase 2 and the Phase 3 Interview. Phase 1 is only a screening stage, so its marks are not included while preparing the final merit list. Phase 2 carries substantially higher weightage than the interview, making performance in the main examination particularly important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Selection Component<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Weightage in Final Selection<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 1<\/td><td>Not counted in final merit<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 2 Online Examination<\/td><td>85%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Phase 3 Interview<\/td><td>15%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_candidates_choose_Hindi_or_English_in_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Exam_2026\"><\/span>Can candidates choose Hindi or English in the PFRDA Grade A Exam 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most question papers in the PFRDA Grade A Phase 1 and Phase 2 exam are provided bilingually in Hindi and English. The exception is the English test, which is naturally conducted in English. Candidates shortlisted for the Phase 3 Interview are also allowed to choose either Hindi or English as their interview language. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Phase 1 questions, except English, are available in Hindi and English.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phase 2 Paper 2 questions are available bilingually as applicable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Phase 2 Paper 1 tests English descriptive and drafting skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Phase 3 Interview can be taken in Hindi or English<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-pfrda-grade-a-officer-s-salary\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_officers_salary\"><\/span>What is the PFRDA Grade A officer\u2019s salary?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-salary\/?ref=contac-nai-reg-pfrda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager post offers an attractive salary<\/a> along with several allowances and benefits. As per the 2026 notification, the pay scale starts at \u20b962,500 and can increase up to \u20b91,26,100 through the prescribed increments over 17 years. The gross emoluments at the minimum of the scale are approximately \u20b92,05,000 per month, including PFRDA&#8217;s contribution towards the National Pension System (NPS) and other applicable allowances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Pay Scale<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20b962,500-3,600(4)-\u20b976,900-4,050(7)-\u20b91,05,250-EB-4,050(4)-\u20b91,21,450-4,650(1)-\u20b91,26,100 over 17 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Gross Emoluments<\/strong><\/td><td>Approximately \u20b92,05,000 per month at the minimum of the scale, including PFRDA&#8217;s NPS contribution and applicable allowances<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Allowances<\/strong><\/td><td>Grade Allowance, Special Allowance, Special Grade Allowance, Dearness Allowance, Local Allowance, Family Allowance, Special Compensatory Allowance, Learning Allowance and Housing Allowance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Other Benefits<\/strong><\/td><td>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<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Probation_Period_2026\"><\/span>What is the PFRDA Grade A Probation Period 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates selected as PFRDA Officer Grade A Assistant Managers will be placed on probation for 2 years. Confirmation in the services of PFRDA depends on satisfactory performance during this probation period as well as verification of the candidate&#8217;s character and antecedents. The two-year probation period is an important service condition mentioned in the PFRDA Grade A Notification 2026. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particular<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Post<\/td><td>Officer Grade A, Assistant Manager<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Probation Period<\/td><td>2 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Confirmation<\/td><td>Subject to satisfactory performance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Other Requirement<\/td><td>Verification of character and antecedents<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_a_PFRDA_Grade_A_Officer_be_posted\"><\/span>Where can a PFRDA Grade A Officer be posted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>PFRDA currently has offices in New Delhi and Mumbai, and selected Grade A Assistant Managers may be posted in either location. However, the recruitment notification also states that candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India if required by the Authority. Officers recruited under a particular stream may also be assigned duties in any PFRDA department according to organisational requirements. Candidates should therefore consider the following before applying:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Current PFRDA offices are located in New Delhi and Mumbai.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Selected candidates may be posted at either office.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Posting is not guaranteed according to the candidate&#8217;s preferred city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Officers may be required to serve elsewhere in India if organisational needs arise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recruitment under a particular stream does not necessarily restrict the officer to one department.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-previous-year-paper\/?ref=contac-pfrda-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore PFRDA Grade A Previous Year Papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_PFRDA_Grade_A_Job_Profile\"><\/span>What is the PFRDA Grade A Job Profile?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A PFRDA Grade A Officer works within a statutory financial-sector regulator responsible for developing and regulating India&#8217;s pension sector. The exact duties depend on the department in which the officer is posted. PFRDA departments work across regulation, supervision, policy, pension fund management, finance, research, data analysis, enforcement, cybersecurity, NPS operations and stakeholder coordination.Depending on departmental allocation, a PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager may work on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Regulatory and policy-related matters<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supervision of pension-sector intermediaries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compliance with the PFRDA Act, regulations and circulars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>National Pension System and pension-sector operations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research and analysis of pension and financial-sector data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preparation of reports, policy notes and official communications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitoring pension funds and other regulated entities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coordination with government departments and financial institutions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Finance, accounts, budgeting and audit-related work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data analytics, fintech or technology-related projects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal, enforcement or investigation-related work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subscriber protection and pension-sector development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_PFRDA_and_what_does_it_do\"><\/span>What is PFRDA and what does it do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority, commonly known as PFRDA, is a statutory financial-sector regulator in India. It was established under the PFRDA Act, 2013 and is responsible for promoting, developing and regulating the pension sector. PFRDA also works to protect the interests of subscribers covered under pension schemes and oversees important parts of India&#8217;s pension ecosystem, including the National Pension System. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Regulating and developing the pension sector<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protecting the interests of pension subscribers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regulating the National Pension System<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supervising pension funds and registered intermediaries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Framing regulations, guidelines and regulatory policies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitoring compliance by regulated entities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting the orderly growth of India&#8217;s pension ecosystem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promoting pension and retirement security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-also-check\">Also Check:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Link<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PFRDA Grade A Practice Quiz<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/pfrda-grade-a-practice-questions-pdf\/?ref=contac-nai-reg-pfrda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download PDF<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PFRDA Grade A Previous Year Papers<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-previous-year-paper\/?ref=contac-nai-reg-pfrda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download Now<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PFRDA Grade A Prep Kit<\/td><td><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/pfrda-grade-a-prep-kit\/?ref=contac-nai-reg-pfrda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download Now<\/a><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751264866737\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1. When was the PFRDA Grade A Notification 2026 released?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The PFRDA Grade A Notification 2026 notification PDF has been released on 3rd September 2026.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751265184846\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2. How many vacancies are announced in PFRDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The notification has been released for a total of 30 vacancies.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751265201030\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3. What is the application period for PFRDA Grade A 2026?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The application process has been started from 3rd September and the last date to submit the form is on 24th September 2026.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751265222970\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q4. What is the age limit for applying to PFRDA Grade A?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The upper age limit is 30 years as per 31st July 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751265238771\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q5. What are the key streams available under PFRDA Grade A?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The key streams under PFRDA Grade A 2026 are General, Research, Actuary, and Official Language (Rajbhasha).<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list is-grid columns-3 wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-grade-a-shift-timings\/\">PFRDA Grade A Phase 1 Shift Timings 2026, Reporting Time<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-previous-year-cut-off\/\">PFRDA Grade A Cut Off 2026, Previous Year Cut Off Score<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-previous-year-paper\/\">PFRDA Grade A Previous Year Papers PDF, Download Free PYPs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-syllabus\/\">PFRDA Grade A Syllabus &amp; Exam Pattern 2026, Check Revised Details<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-admit-card\/\">PFRDA Grade A Admit Card 2026, Download Hall Ticket PDF<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/pfrda-assistant-manager-exam-date\/\">PFRDA Grade A Exam Date 2026 Out, Phase 1 and 2 Exam Schedule<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has released the Grade A Assistant Manager Notification 2026 for 30 posts<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":58,"featured_media":232919,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11047,10247],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-154235","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-pfrda-grade-a","category-rbi-sebi-nabard","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.6 (Yoast SEO v26.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>PFRDA Grade A Recruitment Notice 2026 Out, Download Notification PDF<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"The PFRDA Grade A 2026 notification has been released on 3rd September 2026. 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