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The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is conducting the EPFO Personal Assistant (PA) Recruitment 2025 under the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The exam offers a central government job opportunity with a competitive selection process. Candidates preparing for this recruitment must understand the complete UPSC EPFO Personal Assistant Exam Pattern 2025 to align their preparation effectively. Based on the official notification and recent recruitment cycles, the exam will consist of two key stages: a written test followed by a skill test. Read below for the detailed structure of the exam and marking scheme.
EPFO Personal Assistant Exam Pattern 2025
The selection process for EPFO Personal Assistant 2025 will be carried out in two phases:
- Written Examination (Objective-Type)
- Skill Test (Stenography & Typing Test)
The key features of the EPFO PA 2025 pattern include
- A single-stage written examination (no descriptive paper)
- Sectional timing is not applicable
- Skill test is qualifying in nature
- Final merit will be based only on marks obtained in the written test
UPSC EPFO PA Written Exam Pattern 2025 (Phase I)
The written test will be conducted in a computer-based format. The paper will consist of 300 multiple-choice questions, carrying a total of 300 marks. Each question will carry 1 mark, and 1/3 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer.
- Total Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
- Type of Questions: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Mode: Online
- Marking Scheme: +1 mark for correct answer; -1/3 for wrong answer
| Subject | Number of Questions
(Total) | Total Marks (Total) |
|---|
| English Language | 300 | 300 |
| General Awareness |
| Quantitative Aptitude |
| Reasoning Ability |
| Computer Aptitude |
UPSC EPFO PA Skill Test Pattern 2025 (Phase II)
Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for a skill test, which is mandatory but qualifying in nature. The test will evaluate a candidate's stenography and transcription skills, essential for the role of a personal assistant.
| Task | Requirement |
|---|
| Stenography Speed | As prescribed by UPSC/EPFO (Expected 100 wpm in English or 80 wpm in Hindi) |
| Transcription | On computer, within prescribed time limits |
| Mode | Computer-based only |
| Qualifying Status | Must qualify; marks not added to final merit |
Note: The official notification will confirm the exact speed and duration required. Previous cycles have followed standard stenographer grade criteria.
Final Selection Process for UPSC EPFO PA 2025
The final selection of candidates will be based entirely on the marks secured in the written test (CBT). The Skill Test is qualifying, meaning it must be cleared but does not carry any weight in the final merit list.
- Candidates must secure a high score in the written exam to rank in the merit list
- Skill test performance must meet the minimum qualifying standards set by UPSC
- Only those who qualify both stages will proceed to document verification and medical examination
