PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) Online Form 2026 — 30 Posts
Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority
- Total Vacancies
- 30
- Last Date to Apply
- 24 Sep 2026
- Salary / Pay Range
- ₹44,500 – ₹89,150
- Qualification
- Post Graduate, Professional degree
Only 21 days left to apply — closes 24 Sep 2026
PFRDA Grade A 2026 (30) — Overview
PFRDA has invited online applications for 30 Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) posts across streams — General 25, Research 2, Actuary 2 and Rajbhasha 1 — with the notification released on 3 September 2026.
The application window runs from 3 to 24 September 2026 on pfrda.org.in.
Selection is in three phases: a Phase I online screening examination, a Phase II online examination and a Phase III interview.
Eligibility is a relevant master's degree or professional qualification depending on the stream, and an upper age limit of 30 years as on 31 July 2026.
Important Dates
Always reconfirm on the official website before acting on a date.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 03 Sep 2026 |
| Online application starts | 03 Sep 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 24 Sep 2026 |
| Last date for fee paymentUsually the same day or the next — confirm in the notification | 24 Sep 2026 |
| Exam schedule | Phase I online screening exam and Phase II online exam — dates to be notified · Phase III interview |
Vacancy Details & Salary
Total Posts
30
Salary Range
₹44,500 – ₹89,150
Job Location
All India
Grade A pay scale ₹44,500 – ₹89,150; gross emoluments about ₹1.5 lakh per month with allowances (as per PFRDA norms)
Post-wise break-up
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Officer Grade A — General | 25 | Master's degree / CA / CS / CMA / LLB / B.E. | ₹44,500 – ₹89,150 |
| Officer Grade A — Research | 2 | Master's in Economics / Statistics | ₹44,500 – ₹89,150 |
| Officer Grade A — Actuary | 2 | Actuarial qualification | ₹44,500 – ₹89,150 |
| Officer Grade A — Rajbhasha | 1 | Master's in Hindi / English | ₹44,500 – ₹89,150 |
Application fee
- General / OBC / EWSAs per notification
- SC / ST / PwBDAs per notification
Eligibility Criteria
Age limit: Not above 30 years as on 31 July 2026, with statutory relaxation for reserved categories
- General stream: master's degree in any discipline, or bachelor's in law/engineering, or CA/CS/CMA/CFA.
- Research: master's in Economics/Statistics/Econometrics or related; Actuary: relevant actuarial qualification; Rajbhasha: master's in Hindi with English as a subject (or vice versa).
- Maximum age 30 years as on 31 July 2026 with relaxation for reserved categories.
Selection process
- 1Phase I — Online screening examination
- 2Phase II — Online examination (stream-specific paper)
- 3Phase III — Interview
Documents to keep ready
- Matriculation (10th) certificate — for date of birth proof
- All educational marksheets and degree/diploma certificates
- Caste / category certificate (SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS) in the prescribed central or state format
- Domicile / residence certificate where the post is state-specific
- Recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the notified size
- Aadhaar card or another government photo ID
- PwBD certificate, ex-servicemen discharge book or sports certificate where a relaxation is claimed
- Experience certificate and NOC from the present employer, if in service
Exam Pattern & Question Types
Bank PO — Prelims + Mains + Interview — exactly what each section asks, so you can start with the papers that carry the most marks.
Prelims — English Language
- Reading comprehension
- Cloze test
- Para jumbles
- Error detection
- Fillers & word usage
Prelims — Quantitative Aptitude
- Simplification & approximation
- Number series (missing/wrong)
- Quadratic comparison
- Data interpretation
- Arithmetic word problems
Prelims — Reasoning Ability
- Seating arrangement (linear, circular)
- Puzzles (floor, box, month-based)
- Syllogism & inequality
- Coding–decoding
- Blood relations & direction sense
Mains — Reasoning & Computer Aptitude
- High-level puzzles
- Input–output
- Data sufficiency
- Critical reasoning
- Computer fundamentals, MS Office, networking, security
Mains — Data Analysis & Interpretation
- Caselet & missing DI
- Bar, line, radar and pie graphs
- Probability & permutation
- Data sufficiency
Mains — General / Economy / Banking Awareness
- Banking & financial awareness
- RBI policy, monetary tools
- Static GK & schemes
- Current affairs (6 months)
Mains — English Language + Descriptive
- Reading comprehension
- Vocabulary in context
- Sentence rearrangement
- Letter writing
- Essay writing
The pattern above reflects the standard structure of this exam family. The number of questions, marks and negative-marking rule for this specific cycle are fixed by the official notification — check it before you plan your attempt strategy.
How to Apply Online
- 1Open pfrda.org.in › Careers and read the detailed advertisement for stream-wise eligibility.
- 2Register on the online application portal linked from the advertisement and fill in the form.
- 3Upload photograph, signature and documents in the notified format and pay the fee online.
- 4Submit before the closing date of 24 September 2026 and keep the application printout.
Books to Refer for This Exam
Standard titles that cover the syllabus above — pick one per subject rather than collecting many.
Banking AwarenessMCQs on Banking & Banking General AwarenessArihant / DishaView on Amazon 
Computer AwarenessObjective Question Bank of Computer AwarenessArihant ExpertsView on Amazon Current Affairs Yearly / Monthly CompilationCurrent AffairsCurrent Affairs Yearly / Monthly CompilationArihant / Pratiyogita DarpanView on Amazon 
Previous Year PapersPrevious Year Solved Papers & Practice SetsKiran / ArihantView on Amazon These are widely used titles for PFRDA-level preparation. Links to Amazon.in are affiliate links — MyInternships.in may earn a small commission if you buy, at no extra cost to you. Always check that you are buying the latest edition.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager)?
The last date to submit the online application is 24 Sep 2026. Apply on pfrda.org.in well before the deadline — government portals are usually overloaded on the final day.
How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
PFRDA has notified 30 vacancies. The post-wise and category-wise break-up is given in the official notification PDF.
What is the educational qualification required?
Candidates need Post Graduate / Professional degree from a recognised board or university. Exact subject and percentage requirements per post are listed in the notification.
What is the salary for this post?
₹44,500 – ₹89,150 — Grade A pay scale ₹44,500 – ₹89,150; gross emoluments about ₹1.5 lakh per month with allowances (as per PFRDA norms). Allowances such as DA, HRA and TA are payable over and above this as per the applicable rules.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes. This is an all-India recruitment and eligible candidates from any state can apply.
How should I prepare for the exam?
Start with the question-type table on this page to see exactly what each section asks, then work through previous-year papers. Bank PO — Prelims + Mains + Interview rewards consistent practice more than last-minute reading — the recommended books listed above cover the full syllabus.
Disclaimer: MyInternships.in is an independent information portal and is not affiliated with Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority or any government body. The details above are reproduced from the official notification for information only. Always verify the current dates, vacancies and eligibility on pfrda.org.in before applying or paying a fee.