{"id":254243,"date":"2026-10-14T21:34:40","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T16:04:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=254243"},"modified":"2026-10-14T21:34:42","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T16:04:42","slug":"upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC EPFO APFC Exam Centre List, City Allocation &amp; Exam-Day Rules"},"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\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list\/#Which_cities_are_included_in_the_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_centre_list_2026\" >Which cities are included in the UPSC EPFO APFC exam centre list 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list\/#What_is_the_complete_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_centre_list_with_city_codes\" >What is the complete UPSC EPFO APFC exam centre list with city codes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list\/#How_is_the_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_city_allotted_in_2026\" >How is the UPSC EPFO APFC exam city allotted in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list\/#What_are_the_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam-day_rules_for_2026\" >What are the UPSC EPFO APFC exam-day rules for 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list\/#What_documents_should_candidates_carry_to_the_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_centre\" >What documents should candidates carry to the UPSC EPFO APFC exam centre?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list\/#What_happens_if_a_candidate_violates_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_rules\" >What happens if a candidate violates UPSC EPFO APFC exam rules?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list\/#Where_can_candidates_get_help_with_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam-related_queries\" >Where can candidates get help with UPSC EPFO APFC exam-related queries?<\/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\/upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The UPSC EPFO APFC Exam Centre List 2026 includes 84 cities where the Recruitment Test (RT) may be conducted. Candidates should check the available exam centres, understand the city allocation process, and follow the UPSC exam-day instructions carefully. Centre allotment is based on availability and follows the first-apply-first-allot rule, so applying early can help candidates get their preferred city. Candidates should also check the e-Admit Card for their exam centre and follow the OMR sheet, identity verification, and prohibited-item rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-cities-are-included-in-the-upsc-epfo-apfc-exam-centre-list-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_cities_are_included_in_the_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_centre_list_2026\"><\/span>Which cities are included in the UPSC EPFO APFC exam centre list 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upsc-epfo-apfc-notification\/?ref=cotac-upsc-apfc-blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test 2026<\/a> will be held at 84 centres across India, subject to changes by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The list covers major cities, including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Jaipur, along with several regional centres. Candidates should select their preferred centre while filling out the online application. The final centre details will be communicated through the official UPSC website and e-Admit Card.<\/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\/upsc-epfo-apfc-mock-test\/?ref=cotac-upsc-apfc-blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt A Free UPSC EPFO APFC Mock Test Today!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-complete-upsc-epfo-apfc-exam-centre-list-with-city-codes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_complete_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_centre_list_with_city_codes\"><\/span>What is the complete UPSC EPFO APFC exam centre list with city codes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can refer to the following table to check all 84 Recruitment Test centres and their official centre codes. The centre code helps identify the city listed in the recruitment notice. Candidates should verify their allotted centre on the e-Admit Card before travelling to the examination venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th>Sl. no.<\/th><th>Exam city<\/th><th>Centre code<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Agartala<\/td><td>45<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Agra<\/td><td>79<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>Ahmedabad<\/td><td>01<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Aizawl<\/td><td>47<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Ajmer<\/td><td>71<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6<\/td><td>Aligarh<\/td><td>21<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7<\/td><td>Almora<\/td><td>85<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8<\/td><td>Alwar<\/td><td>94<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>9<\/td><td>Ananthapuramu<\/td><td>76<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10<\/td><td>Bareilly<\/td><td>54<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>11<\/td><td>Bengaluru<\/td><td>03<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12<\/td><td>Bhopal<\/td><td>04<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>13<\/td><td>Bhubaneswar<\/td><td>91<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>14<\/td><td>Bilaspur<\/td><td>77<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>15<\/td><td>Chandigarh<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>16<\/td><td>Chennai<\/td><td>12<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>17<\/td><td>Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar<\/td><td>38<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>18<\/td><td>Coimbatore<\/td><td>56<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>19<\/td><td>Cuttack<\/td><td>07<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>20<\/td><td>Dehradun<\/td><td>14<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>21<\/td><td>Delhi<\/td><td>08<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>22<\/td><td>Dharamshala<\/td><td>88<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>23<\/td><td>Dharwad<\/td><td>39<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>24<\/td><td>Dispur<\/td><td>09<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>25<\/td><td>Faridabad<\/td><td>64<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>26<\/td><td>Gangtok<\/td><td>42<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>27<\/td><td>Gautam Buddh Nagar<\/td><td>58<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>28<\/td><td>Gaya<\/td><td>80<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>29<\/td><td>Ghaziabad<\/td><td>59<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>30<\/td><td>Gorakhpur<\/td><td>60<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>31<\/td><td>Gurugram<\/td><td>63<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>32<\/td><td>Gwalior<\/td><td>69<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>33<\/td><td>Hanumakonda (Warangal Urban)<\/td><td>82<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>34<\/td><td>Hisar<\/td><td>95<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>35<\/td><td>Hyderabad<\/td><td>10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>36<\/td><td>Imphal<\/td><td>44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>37<\/td><td>Indore<\/td><td>78<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>38<\/td><td>Itanagar<\/td><td>48<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>39<\/td><td>Jabalpur<\/td><td>68<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>40<\/td><td>Jaipur<\/td><td>11<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>41<\/td><td>Jammu<\/td><td>34<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>42<\/td><td>Jodhpur<\/td><td>22<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>43<\/td><td>Jorhat<\/td><td>46<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>44<\/td><td>Kannur<\/td><td>96<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>45<\/td><td>Kanpur<\/td><td>93<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>46<\/td><td>Kochi (Cochin)<\/td><td>24<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>47<\/td><td>Kohima<\/td><td>43<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>48<\/td><td>Kolkata<\/td><td>06<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>49<\/td><td>Kozhikode<\/td><td>57<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>50<\/td><td>Lucknow<\/td><td>26<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>51<\/td><td>Ludhiana<\/td><td>70<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>52<\/td><td>Madurai<\/td><td>40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>53<\/td><td>Mandi<\/td><td>89<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>54<\/td><td>Meerut<\/td><td>92<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>55<\/td><td>Mysuru<\/td><td>73<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>56<\/td><td>Mumbai<\/td><td>05<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>57<\/td><td>Nagpur<\/td><td>13<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>58<\/td><td>Nashik<\/td><td>86<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>59<\/td><td>Navi Mumbai<\/td><td>65<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>60<\/td><td>Panaji (Goa)<\/td><td>36<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>61<\/td><td>Patna<\/td><td>15<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>62<\/td><td>Port Blair<\/td><td>37<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>63<\/td><td>Prayagraj<\/td><td>02<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>64<\/td><td>Puducherry<\/td><td>20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>65<\/td><td>Pune<\/td><td>66<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>66<\/td><td>Raipur<\/td><td>49<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>67<\/td><td>Rajkot<\/td><td>72<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>68<\/td><td>Ranchi<\/td><td>41<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>69<\/td><td>Sambalpur<\/td><td>53<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>70<\/td><td>Shillong<\/td><td>16<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>71<\/td><td>Shimla<\/td><td>17<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>72<\/td><td>Siliguri<\/td><td>81<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>73<\/td><td>Srinagar<\/td><td>18<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>74<\/td><td>Srinagar (Uttarakhand)<\/td><td>84<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>75<\/td><td>Surat<\/td><td>87<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>76<\/td><td>Thane<\/td><td>67<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>77<\/td><td>Thiruvananthapuram<\/td><td>19<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>78<\/td><td>Tiruchirappalli<\/td><td>75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>79<\/td><td>Tirupati<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>80<\/td><td>Udaipur<\/td><td>52<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>81<\/td><td>Varanasi<\/td><td>61<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>82<\/td><td>Vellore<\/td><td>74<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>83<\/td><td>Vijayawada<\/td><td>62<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>84<\/td><td>Vishakhapatnam<\/td><td>51<\/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\/upsc-epfo-prep-kit\/?ref=cotac-upsc-apfc-blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download the UPSC EPFO Prep Kit<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-is-the-upsc-epfo-apfc-exam-city-allotted-in-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_the_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_city_allotted_in_2026\"><\/span>How is the UPSC EPFO APFC exam city allotted in 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UPSC follows a first-apply-first-allot system for exam centre allocation, subject to the capacity of each centre. Once a centre reaches its limit, it is no longer available for selection, and candidates must choose from the remaining options. Chennai, Dispur, Kolkata, and Nagpur are exempt from this stated capacity restriction. UPSC also reserves the right to change examination centres when required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Apply early: <\/strong>Submit the online application early to improve your chance of getting your preferred city.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Choose carefully: <\/strong>Select an available centre while completing the application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check the e-Admit Card: <\/strong>Confirm the allotted centre and examination venue before making travel arrangements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No centre change:<\/strong> UPSC states that requests to change the allotted centre will not be entertained.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check official updates:<\/strong> Visit the UPSC official website for notices about the Recruitment Test.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-upsc-epfo-apfc-exam-day-rules-for-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam-day_rules_for_2026\"><\/span>What are the UPSC EPFO APFC exam-day rules for 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates must follow UPSC instructions for identity verification, OMR sheet filling, and prohibited items at the examination venue. Errors in the roll number or Test Booklet Series Code can lead to rejection of the answer sheet. Candidates should reach the venue well in advance to complete face authentication, identity verification, and frisking. Follow the instructions printed on the e-Admit Card and the test booklet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th>Exam-day requirement<\/th><th>Rule to follow<\/th><\/tr><tr><td>e-Admit Card<\/td><td>Download it from the UPSC website; it will not be sent by post or email.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>OMR sheet pen<\/td><td>Use a black ballpoint pen only. Do not use a pencil or ink pen.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Roll number<\/td><td>Fill in and encode the roll number carefully.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Test Booklet Series Code<\/td><td>Ensure the series code is correctly entered and encoded.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Face authentication<\/td><td>Complete mandatory face authentication and identity verification at the venue.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mobile phones<\/td><td>Strictly prohibited, even when switched off.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Electronic devices<\/td><td>Do not carry smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, cameras, pen drives, or other prohibited communication or storage devices.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Personal belongings<\/td><td>Avoid carrying bags, valuables, and costly items because safekeeping arrangements may not be available.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Reporting time<\/td><td>Reach the venue early enough to complete entry checks and frisking.<\/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\/upsc-epfo-apfc-study-plan\/?ref=cotac-upsc-apfc-blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check out the UPSC EPFO Study Plan<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-documents-should-candidates-carry-to-the-upsc-epfo-apfc-exam-centre\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_documents_should_candidates_carry_to_the_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_centre\"><\/span>What documents should candidates carry to the UPSC EPFO APFC exam centre?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should check their e-Admit Card for the exact documents and instructions applicable to their examination. The recruitment notice specifically confirms that the e-Admit Card must be downloaded from the UPSC website. Candidates shortlisted for the interview will also need to provide supporting documents for their eligibility claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Downloaded e-Admit Card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any photo identity document specifically required by the e-Admit Card instructions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any additional photograph or document specified in the admit card.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For the interview stage, the printout of the online application, original supporting documents and certificates, and self-attested copies as instructed in the interview summon letter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Important: Failure to produce the required documents at the interview can result in disqualification from appearing for the interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-happens-if-a-candidate-violates-upsc-epfo-apfc-exam-rules\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_a_candidate_violates_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_rules\"><\/span>What happens if a candidate violates UPSC EPFO APFC exam rules?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UPSC can disqualify candidates and debar them from future examinations or selections for misconduct. Depending on the violation, disciplinary action or criminal prosecution may also apply. Candidates should provide accurate information in their applications and avoid any unfair practice during the Recruitment Test or interview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Providing false information or suppressing important details.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submitting fabricated or altered documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using unfair means or impersonation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Misbehaving in the examination hall or harming examination staff.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bringing a prohibited mobile phone or communication device into the examination hall or interview room.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Writing irrelevant, obscene, or pornographic material in the answer script.<\/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\/upsc-epfo-apfc\/?ref=cotac-upsc-apfc-blg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Explore UPSC EPFO Online Courses<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-where-can-candidates-get-help-with-upsc-epfo-apfc-exam-related-queries\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_candidates_get_help_with_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam-related_queries\"><\/span>Where can candidates get help with UPSC EPFO APFC exam-related queries?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates facing problems related to the application process, fee payment, document uploads, or recruitment details can contact the UPSC helpline mentioned in the notice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Helpline numbers: 011-24041001 \/ 011-40303444<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email: upscsoap@nic.in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Working hours: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM on working days during the application window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official website: upsc.gov.in<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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-1791972976482\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1. How many exam centres are available for the UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test 2026?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test 2026 will be conducted across 84 exam centres.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791972978170\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2. How is the UPSC EPFO APFC exam city allotted?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Exam cities are allotted on a first-apply-first-allot basis, subject to centre capacity.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791972979231\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">3. Which UPSC EPFO APFC exam centres have no capacity restrictions?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Chennai, Dispur, Kolkata, and Nagpur are exempt from the stated capacity restrictions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791972979933\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">4. Can I change my UPSC EPFO APFC exam centre after allotment?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No, UPSC will not entertain requests to change the allotted exam centre.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791972980577\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">5. Which pen should I use to fill out the UPSC EPFO APFC OMR sheet?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Candidates must use a black ballpoint pen to write and mark answers on the OMR sheet.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791973130370\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">6. Is negative marking applicable in the UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, negative marking applies to incorrect answers in objective-type questions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1791973154093\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">7. Is face authentication compulsory at the UPSC EPFO APFC exam centre?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, candidates must undergo face authentication and identity verification at the examination venue.<\/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\/upsc-epfo-principles-of-accountancy-auditing-andinsurance-syllabus\/\">UPSC EPFO Principles of Accountancy, Auditing and Insurance Syllabus 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-labour-laws-syllabus\/\">UPSC EPFO Labour Laws Syllabus 2026 for APFC: Topic-Wise Details<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-exam-centre-list\/\">UPSC EPFO APFC Exam Centre List, City Allocation &amp; Exam-Day Rules<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-omr-sheet-filling-process\/\">UPSC EPFO APFC OMR Sheet Filling Rules and Common Mistakes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-previous-year-question-papers\/\">UPSC EPFO PYPs, Download EPFO Previous Year Question Papers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-apfc-study-material\/\">UPSC EPFO APFC Study Material 2026, Download Free Notes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The UPSC EPFO APFC Exam Centre List 2026 includes 84 cities where the Recruitment Test (RT) may be conducted. 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