EPFO Recruitment 2026 for 153 LDC/JSA Posts - Apply Online @ epfindia.gov.in

EPFO Recruitment 2026: 153 LDC/JSA Vacancy Notification Out – Apply Online Now

Golden Opportunity for Central Government Employees! The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has released the official notification for the Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2026. This recruitment is conducted for the promotion to the post of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) and Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA). A total of 153 vacancies have been announced across 23 zones/regions. If you are a Group 'C' or Group 'D' employee looking for a Sarkari Naukri growth opportunity, this is your chance to apply online for the EPFO LDC/JSA Recruitment 2026.

The online application process started on 20 March 2026 and will close on 01 April 2026. The examination is scheduled for 02 May 2026. Read the complete article for detailed eligibility, vacancy distribution, salary structure, and direct links to download the official notification PDF.

Table of Contents

• Quick Summary Box
• Vacancy Details 2026
• Eligibility Criteria
• How to Apply Online
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Quick Summary Box

• Organization: Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO)
• Post Name: Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
• Total Vacancies: 153 Posts
• Application Mode: Online
• Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT) - MCQs
• Last Date to Apply: 01 April 2026
• Official Website: epfindia.gov.in

Why Apply for EPFO LDC/JSA Recruitment 2026?

Working with EPFO offers unparalleled job security and career growth under the Central Government.

• Job Security: Permanent Sarkari Naukri with pension benefits.
• Pay Scale: Pay Level-1 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) plus allowances.
• Promotion: Departmental examination for vertical mobility from Group D/C to higher grades.
• Location: Posting across 23 zones in Pan India.

EPFO LDC/JSA Vacancy Details 2026

The total of 153 vacancies are distributed across various zones/regions as of 31.12.2025. Below is the detailed breakdown:

Eligibility Criteria for EPFO LDC/JSA 2026

Only departmental employees are eligible for this Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE).

For Lower Division Clerk (LDC)

• Group 'C' employees with pay scale identical or lower than LDC.
• Group 'D' employees serving in respective offices.
• Education: Matriculation (10th Pass) or equivalent.
• Service: Minimum 5 years regular service in Group 'D' and Group 'C' isolated cadre.

For Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)

• Group 'C' staff of Head Office.
• Education: Matriculation or equivalent pass.
• Service: Minimum 3 years regular service in Level-1 (Pay Matrix ₹18,000–₹56,900).

How to Apply Online for EPFO LDC/JSA Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to submit your application for the EPFO Departmental Exam 2026:

1. Visit the official application portal: https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/epfofeb26/
2. Fill out the online application form with accurate details.
3. Submit the form before 01 April 2026.
4. Download the submitted PDF and forward it to the concerned ACC (HQ)/ACC (Zones) by 04 April 2026.
5. Email the eligible list in Annexure-II format to [email protected] by 06 April 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date to apply online is 01 April 2026.

A total of 153 vacancies have been announced for LDC/JSA posts.

The Computer Based Examination is scheduled for 02 May 2026.

Group 'C' and Group 'D' employees with minimum matriculation qualification and specific service tenure are eligible.

The pay scale is Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) plus allowances as per 7th CPC.

You can download the PDF from the official EPFO website or via the direct link provided in this article.

The selection is based on a Computer Based MCQ Exam (Paper I) covering English, Administration, Arithmetic, and Reasoning.

No, this is a departmental examination for existing employees of EPFO.