The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has released the EPFO LDCE Recruitment 2026 notification for 153 promotional posts of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) across 23 zones and regions. The recruitment will be conducted through the EPFO LDC/JSA Departmental Competitive Examination Scheme, 2023, and the selection will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) with Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
Eligible departmental candidates can submit the online application from March 20, 2026, to April 1, 2026, through the official website epfindia.gov.in. The EPFO LDCE Exam 2026 is scheduled to be held on May 2, 2026.
EPFO LDCE Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) |
| Exam Name | EPFO LDCE / Departmental Competitive Exam 2026 |
| Post Name | Lower Division Clerk / Junior Secretariat Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 153 Posts |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (MCQ) |
| Application Dates | 20 March – 01 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | 02 May 2026 |
| Official Website | epfindia.gov.in |
EPFO Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Release | 18 March 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 20 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 April 2026 |
| PDF Submission to ACC/Zones | 04 April 2026 |
| Eligible List to Head Office | 06 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | 02 May 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 01 January 2025 |
EPFO LDC / JSA Vacancy 2026 Details
A total of 153 posts are available across 23 EPFO zones/regions for departmental promotion through LDCE.
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC) – Promotional
- Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA) – Promotional
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR EPFO LDCE 2026
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
- Must be Group ‘C’ employee with pay scale equal to or lower than LDC OR Group ‘D’ employee in the respective office
- Must have Matriculation or equivalent qualification
- Must have 5 years regular service in Group ‘D’ / Group ‘C isolated cadre**
Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA)
- Must be Group ‘C’ staff of Head Office
- Must have Matriculation or equivalent qualification
- Must have minimum 3 years regular service in Level-1 Pay Matrix (₹18000–56900)
EPFO LDCE 2026 Exam Pattern
| Exam Type | Details |
| Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Questions | Multiple Choice Questions |
| Scheme | EPFO LDC/JSA Departmental Exam Scheme 2023 |
| Duration | As per official scheme |
| Selection | Based on CBT marks |
The exam will follow the official LDCE departmental scheme approved by EPFO.
How to Apply for EPFO LDCE Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website epfindia.gov.in
- Open the EPFO LDCE Recruitment 2026 notification link
- Click on Apply Online
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Submit the form before 01 April 2026
- Take printout for record
Applications must be submitted within the department as per official instructions.
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Only departmental employees are eligible
- Check service eligibility as on 01 January 2025
- Submit application through proper channel
- Follow LDCE Scheme 2023 guidelines
- Keep copy of application PDF
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| What is the last date to apply for EPFO LDCE 2026? |
| The last date to apply online is 01 April 2026. |
| How many vacancies are available in EPFO Recruitment 2026? |
| A total of 153 promotional posts are available. |
| What is the exam date for EPFO LDCE 2026? |
| The exam will be held on 02 May 2026. |
| Who can apply for EPFO LDC post? |
| Group C or Group D employees with required service and matriculation qualification. |
| What is eligibility for JSA post? |
| Group C staff with matriculation and 3 years service in Level-1 pay matrix. |
| What is the exam mode? |
| Computer Based Test with MCQs. |
| What is the official website of EPFO? |
| epfindia.gov.in |
| Is this direct recruitment? |
| No, this is a departmental promotional exam. |
The EPFO LDCE Recruitment 2026 offers a valuable promotional opportunity for eligible departmental employees to become LDC / JSA through a competitive examination. Candidates must complete the application process between 20 March and 01 April 2026 and prepare for the CBT exam on 02 May 2026. For official updates, visit epfindia.gov.in regularly and bookmark this page for future recruitment notifications.
MORE INFO
| Notification | CLICK HERE |
| Apply | CLICK HERE |
