The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has officially announced its Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) Recruitment 2025, inviting applications from eligible and aspiring professionals across India. There are prestigious opportunity offers placement in diverse streams like as General, Legal, Finance, IT, Research, Actuarial, and Rajbhasha, helping PFRDA strengthen its regulatory functions within India’s dynamic pension sector.
Important Dates: Mark Your Calendar
All aspiring candidates must take note of the important dates listed below:
| Event | Date |
| Start of Online Application | June 23, 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application | August 06, 2025 |
| Phase-I Online Exam | September 06, 2025 (Saturday) |
| Phase-II Online Exam | October 06, 2025 (Monday) |
| Phase-III Interview | To be announced post Phase II |
Visit PFRDA Official Website for continuous updates.
Available Streams and Educational Qualifications
PFRDA has released 20 vacancies across 8 professional streams. Here’s a breakdown of each stream and its required qualifications:
| Stream | Vacancies | Required Qualification |
| General | 8 | Master’s in any discipline / Law / Engineering / ACA / ACS / ACMA / CFA |
| Finance and Accounts | 2 | Graduation + ACA/FCA / ACS/FCS / ACMA/FCMA / CFA |
| Information Technology | 2 | Engineering (IT/ECE/CS) or MCA or PG in IT-related field. AI/ML specialization is preferred |
| Research (Economics) | 1 | Master’s in Economics/Statistics/Commerce/Finance/Econometrics |
| Research (Statistics) | 2 | Same as above |
| Actuary | 2 | Graduation + Passed/Exempted all 7 ‘Core Principles’ of IAI |
| Legal | 2 | Bachelor’s Degree in Law |
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | 1 | Master’s in Hindi with English at UG level / Master’s in Sanskrit/Economics with Hindi at UG level |
Note: Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office are mandatory for all streams.
Age Limit and Relaxation (As on July 31, 2025)
| Category | Upper Age Limit Relaxation |
| General | 30 years (Born on or after August 1, 1995) |
| SC/ST | +5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years |
| PwBD | +10 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | +15 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | +13 years |
| Ex-servicemen | +5 years |
The Age relaxation is applicable only when the candidates belong to government norms categories.
Selection Process: Three-Phase Examination
PFRDA will conduct a three-phase selection process for final recruitment.
The Phase I – Online Screening Test
| Paper | Topics | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Paper 1 | English, Reasoning, Quant, GA (incl. Finance) | 80 | 100 | 60 minutes |
| Paper 2 | General: Commerce, Law, Finance, Eco, Pension Others: Subject Specific | 50 | 100 | 40 minutes |
- Negative marking: 1/4th mark deducted per wrong answer
- Cutoffs: Must meet individual and aggregate cutoffs to qualify
Phase II – Online Exam
| Paper | Type | Content | Marks | Time |
| Paper 1 | Descriptive (English) | Essay, Precis, and Comprehension | 100 | 60 minutes |
| Paper 2 | Objective (MCQ) | General or Stream-Specific Subjects | 100 | 40 minutes |
- Here Paper 1 checked merely, candidate qualifies in Paper 2
- 1/4th mark negative marking in Paper 2
Phase III – Interview
- Candidates can choose Hindi or English as their interview language
- Final Selection = 85% (Phase II) + 15% (Interview)
Exam Centers: Zone-wise Distribution
Phase I Centers (Choose 3 preferences)
- North Zone: Delhi/NCR, Chandigarh
- South Zone: Chennai, Bengaluru
- East Zone: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar
- West Zone: Mumbai, Ahmedabad
- Central Zone: Bhopal, Raipur
Phase II Centers (Choose 1 preference)
- Delhi/NCR, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bhopal
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹1,000 (incl. GST) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Exempted (₹0) |
Apply separately (and pay fee) for each stream. Fees are non-refundable.
PwBD Guidelines and Scribe Policy
- PwBD reservation follows the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
- Categories include:
- Locomotor Disability
- Visual/Hearing Impairment
- Intellectual/Multiple Disabilities
- PwBD candidates may use their own scribe (must be from a different academic background)
Free Online Pre-Examination Training (PET)
PFRDA provides free online PET for eligible SC/ST/PwBD/OBC/EWS candidates. Interested candidates must:
- Email request to: recruitment.hr@pfrda.org.in
- Attach valid caste/income/disability certificate
- You must Submit it before August 06, 2025
How to Apply Online for PFRDA Officer Grade A (2025)
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official website: www.pfrda.org.in
- Click on “Careers > Recruitment Notification”
- Select your preferred stream
- Complete online registration with valid email & mobile number
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents
- Pay fees only online mode
- Submit and save a copy of your application
Last Date to Apply: August 06, 2025
Final View
The PFRDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 offers an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in India’s pension regulation and development. These vacancies are across diverse fields and a structured selection process. This is to appeal to both experienced professionals and talented young graduates. Whether you have an interest lies in finance, law, research, IT, or language, PFRDA provides a rewarding and secure government career path.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the salary of PFRDA Officer Grade A?
The pay scale starts at ₹44,500–₹89,150 with multiple allowances and benefits as per government norms.
Q2. Can aspirants apply for more than one stream?
Definitely, but aspirants must submit the fees for each stream.
Q3. Is there negative marking in the exams?
Yes. 1/4th mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in objective papers.
Q4. Is the exam bilingual?
All papers (except English) will be bilingual – Hindi and English.
Q5. Can final-year students apply?
No. Educational qualifications must be completed as on July 31, 2025.
Stay tuned to www.pfrda.org.in for the official syllabus, mock tests, and exam-related updates.
