The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has released its official notification for the Recruitment of Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) – 2025. This highly anticipated recruitment aims to fill 40 vacancies across 8 specialized streams, offering aspirants an opportunity to join India’s leading pension regulatory body.
Know About PFRDA
PFRDA was established under the PFRDA Act, 2013, and functions as a key financial sector regulator. It is responsible for promoting, developing, and regulating the pension sector in India.
Important Dates: Application and Exam Schedule
| Event | Date |
| Start of Online Application & Fee Payment | July 2, 2025 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | August 6, 2025 |
| Phase I Online Examination | September 6, 2025 (Saturday) |
| Phase II Online Examination | October 6, 2025 (Monday) |
| Call Letters for Phases I & II | Notified via E-mail/SMS |
| Phase III (Interview) | Notified after Phase II |
PFRDA reserves the right to revise the schedule or cancel the process without prior notice.
Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria (as of July 31, 2025)
Candidates may apply for maximum two streams if they meet eligibility for both. Separate applications and fees are required for each.
| Stream | No. of Posts | Essential Qualification |
| General | 28 | Master’s or Bachelor’s in Law/Engineering/CA/CS/CMA/CFA |
| Finance and Accounts | 2 | Graduation + CA/CS/CMA/CFA |
| Information Technology | 2 | B.E/B.Tech in CS/IT/ECE or MCA or PG in IT |
| Research (Economics) | 1 | Master’s in Economics/Statistics/Commerce/Finance |
| Research (Statistics) | 2 | Master’s in Statistics or relevant fields |
| Actuary | 2 | Graduation + Passed all 7 Core Principles of IAI |
| Legal | 2 | Bachelor’s in Law |
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | 1 | Master’s in Hindi or relevant subject with Hindi |
All candidates must be proficient in MS-Office.
Age Limit & Relaxations (As on July 31, 2025)
| Category | Maximum Age Limit |
| General | 30 years (Born on or after 01.08.1995) |
| SC/ST | +5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy) | +3 years |
| PwBD (General) | +10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | +13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | +15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | +5 years |
EWS vacancies are provisional and subject to changes.
Selection Process: Three-Phase Examination
Phase I: Online Screening Test
- Paper 1 (60 minutes):
- English (25 marks, 20 questions)
- Quantitative Aptitude (25 marks, 20 questions)
- Reasoning (25 marks, 20 questions)
- Paper 2 (40 minutes):
- General Stream: Financial Awareness + Commerce, Law, Management (50 questions, 100 marks)
- Other Streams: Subject-specific questions (50 questions, 100 marks)
Separate cut-offs required in each paper. Marks of Phase I will not count in the final merit.
Phase II: Online Examination
- Paper 1 (Descriptive – English Writing Skills, 60 mins):
- 3 Questions – 100 marks (Weightage: 1/3)
- Paper 2 (Objective – 40 mins):
- Stream-specific MCQs (50 questions, 100 marks) (Weightage: 2/3)
Paper 1 evaluated only if candidate clears Paper 2. Aggregate and sectional cut-offs apply.
Phase III: Interview
- Candidates can choose to appear in English or Hindi.
- Final Selection = 85% (Phase II) + 15% (Interview)
Job Profile, Salary & Service Conditions
| Particular | Details |
| Probation Period | 1 year |
| Pay Scale | ₹44,500 – ₹89,150 (17-year scale) |
| Gross Emoluments | Approx. ₹1,57,000/month (at entry) |
| Posting | Anywhere in India or PFRDA departments |
Includes NPS contribution, allowances, and perks.
Examination Centers
Phase I Centers
Pan-India across all zones including:
- East: Kolkata
- West: Mumbai
- North: Delhi
- South: Chennai
- Central: Bhopal
Phase II Centers
- Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad
Candidates may choose different centers for Phase I and Phase II.
Application Fees
| Category | Fee (incl. GST) |
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹1,000 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen/Women | NIL |
Fees are non-refundable and separate for each stream.
Guidelines for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)
- Reservation is as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
- Acceptable Disabilities include:
- Locomotor, Visual, Hearing, Intellectual, Multiple
Scribe Policy:
- Visually impaired or physically disabled (slow writing) candidates can use a scribe.
- Scribes must belong to a different stream and should not be applying for the same post.
- 20 minutes extra per hour will be provided as compensatory time.
Both candidate and scribe must submit a declaration form.
Important Instructions
- Apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute glitches.
- Refer to the official Annexure on the PFRDA Website for stream-wise syllabus and detailed instructions.
- For issues in application or payment, raise a query via IBPS CGRS portal with subject: PFRDA – Officer Grade A 2025
Final Tips for Aspirants
- Start preparing early for Paper 1 and 2, focusing on reasoning, finance, and stream-specific topics.
- Practice descriptive English writing for Phase II.
- Keep all academic and identity documents updated and scanned for smooth application.
Stay Updated
Bookmark the official PFRDA recruitment page and follow notifications via E-mail/SMS for exam dates and admit cards.
For career-driven professionals with a passion for the financial sector, this PFRDA Officer Grade A recruitment is a golden opportunity to serve India’s pension landscape.
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