EPFO Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 74 Audit Posts on Deputation Basis – Apply Offline | Eligibility, Vacancy, Salary, Last Date

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), functioning under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, has officially released the EPFO Recruitment 2026 Notification for filling 74 Audit posts on a Deputation Basis across various EPFO offices in India. This recruitment is intended for eligible officers working in EPFO, Central Government, and State Government departments possessing the required audit and accounts experience.

According to the notification issued on 16 June 2026, applications are invited for the posts of Deputy Director (Audit), Assistant Director (Audit), Assistant Audit Officer (AAO), and Auditor. Interested and eligible candidates must first submit the online Google Form before 30 July 2026, and the hard copy of the completed application through the proper channel must reach the EPFO Head Office on or before 14 August 2026 (5:00 PM).

This deputation recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for experienced government officers to work with one of India’s largest social security organizations. Candidates are advised to read all eligibility conditions carefully before submitting their applications.

EPFO Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

EPFO Vacancy 2026

Post-wise Posting Locations

Eligibility Criteria

Deputy Director (Audit)

• Graduation (Preference: B.Com)
• Passed SAS Examination conducted by IA&AD or equivalent
• Holding analogous post or
• Required regular service in eligible pay levels
• Experience in Audit, Accounts and Financial matters

Assistant Director (Audit)

• Holding analogous post or
• Required service as Accounts Officer/Audit Officer/Assistant Accounts Officer
• Experience in Accounts and Audit of Public Funds

Assistant Audit Officer (AAO)

• Holding analogous post or
• Five or Seven years of regular service in eligible Level-6 posts
• Experience in Accounts/Audit of Public Funds

Auditor

• Holding analogous post or
• Five years regular service in Level-5
• Experience in Accounts/Audit of Public Funds

Educational Qualification

Age Limit

Maximum age should not exceed 56 years on the closing date of receipt of applications.

Deputation Period

• Initial period: 3 Years
• Extendable as per DoPT Guidelines

Salary

Selected officers will receive:

• Salary as per existing Government Pay Matrix
• Pay and allowances governed under Central Government rules
• Benefits applicable as per deputation rules

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

• Eligibility Verification
• Experience Verification
• APAR Assessment
• Vigilance Clearance
• Cadre Controlling Authority Recommendation
• Document Verification

No written examination is mentioned in the notification.

Documents Required

Candidates should submit:

• Filled Application Form
• Last 5 Years APARs
• Cadre Clearance
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate
• Integrity Certificate
• Service Details
• Educational Qualification
• Experience Certificate
• Annexure-I
• Annexure-II

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should follow these steps:

1. Read the official notification carefully.
2. Fill the prescribed Google Form before 30 July 2026.
3. Download and complete Annexure-I.
4. Obtain Cadre Clearance and Vigilance Clearance.
5. Attach APARs for the last five years.
6. Get Annexure-II signed by the Cadre Controlling Authority.
7. Forward the complete application through the proper channel.
8. Ensure the hard copy reaches EPFO Head Office before 14 August 2026 (5:00 PM).

Important Instructions

• Applications must be forwarded through the proper channel.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected.
• Mere eligibility does not guarantee selection.
• Candidates already on deputation should apply through their parent department.
• Applications received after the last date will not be accepted.
• Hard copy submission is mandatory.
• Google Form submission alone will not complete the application process.
• EPFO reserves the right to reject any application without assigning reasons.

Important Links

This article is prepared based on the official EPFO Recruitment Notification dated 16 June 2026. Candidates should read the complete notification before applying.

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