The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has released the PFRDA Grade A Recruitment 2026 notification for 30 vacancies at its official website. The recruitment drive is for the post of Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) across General, Research, Actuary and Official Language (Rajbhasha) streams.
Online applications are being accepted through the PFRDA careers portal. The application process starts on 3rd Sep 2026, while the last date to submit the online form is 24th Sep 2026. Candidates should check the stream-wise eligibility, age limit, salary, vacancy and selection process before applying.
PFRDA Grade A Recruitment 2026 Out
The PFRDA Grade A Recruitment 2026 has been announced for a total of 30 vacancies for the post of Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager). The maximum number of vacancies is available in the General stream, followed by Research, Actuary and Official Language (Rajbhasha). Applications must be submitted online through the PFRDA website.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) |
| Recruitment Name | Recruitment of Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) – 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | 03/2026, dated 03.09.2026 |
| Post Name | Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) |
| Streams | General, Research, Actuary, Official Language (Rajbhasha) |
| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Job Location | New Delhi and Mumbai (transferable anywhere in India) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 3rd Sep 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 24th Sep 2026 |
| Phase-I Online Examination | 15th Oct 2026 (Thursday) |
| Phase-II Online Examination | 20th Nov 2026 (Friday) |
| Phase-III Interview | To be intimated to candidates successful in Phase II |
| Selection Process | Phase-I (Screening), Phase-II (Main), Phase-III (Interview) |
| Official Portal | www.pfrda.org.in/careers |
PFRDA Grade A Vacancy 2026
| Stream | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR/GEN | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 4 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 25 |
| Research | 1 | – | – | – | 1 | 2 |
| Actuary | – | – | – | – | 2 | 2 |
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | – | – | 1 | – | – | 1 |
| Total | 5 | 2 | 8 | 3 | 12 | 30 |
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PFRDA Grade A Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application & Payment of Fee | 03.09.2026 – 24.09.2026 |
| Availability of Call Letters (Phase-I & Phase-II) | Intimated via Email/SMS |
| Phase-I Online Examination | 15th Oct 2026 (Thursday) |
| Phase-II Online Examination | 20th Nov 2026 (Friday) |
| Phase-III Interview | Intimated to successful Phase-II candidates |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for PFRDA Recruitment 2026 must satisfy the educational qualification prescribed for the respective stream, as on 31.07.2026.
| Stream | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| General | Master’s Degree/PG Diploma (min. 2 years) in any discipline, or Bachelor’s Degree in Law, or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or ACA/FCA (ICAI), or ACS/FCS (ICSI), or ACMA/FCMA (ICMAI), or CFA (CFA Institute) |
| Research | Master’s Degree/PG Diploma (min. 2 years) in Economics/Commerce/Business Administration/Econometrics/Quantitative Economics and related fields; or in Finance/Quantitative Finance/International Finance and related fields; or in Statistics/Data Science/AI/ML/Big Data Analytics; or Master’s in Mathematics with 1-year PG Diploma in Statistics or related subjects |
| Actuary | Graduation from a recognised University/Institute AND Pass or exemption in all 7 ‘Core Principles’ subjects of the Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) Examination |
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | Master’s Degree in Hindi/Hindi Translation with English as a subject at Bachelor’s level; or Master’s Degree in Sanskrit/English/Economics/Commerce with Hindi as a subject at Bachelor’s level; or Master’s Degree in both English and Hindi/Hindi Translation |
Candidates must be computer literate and conversant with MS-Office (Word and Excel). Candidates belonging to OBC ‘Creamy Layer’ are not entitled to OBC reservation and should indicate their category as ‘UR/GEN’.
Age Limit
A candidate must not have exceeded 30 years of age as on 31.07.2026, i.e., must have been born on or after 1st August 1996.
PFRDA Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | Up to 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years (whether post is reserved or not) |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years (where reserved for OBC) |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years (where reserved for SC/ST) |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
PFRDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
PFRDA has issued the recruitment notification under Advertisement No. 03/2026 for the Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) post across four streams. Candidates should read the notification carefully before submitting the application form, as the eligibility conditions vary by stream.
Check Official Notice PDF Here
The notification clarifies that PFRDA reserves the right to fill up or not fill up any of the advertised posts, or to increase or decrease the number of posts, at any stage without any vested right accruing to applicants. Qualifying at any stage of the selection process does not guarantee an offer of appointment.
PFRDA Grade A Recruitment 2026 Salary
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Officer Grade ‘A’ | ₹62,500-3,600(4)-76,900-4,050(7)-1,05,250-EB-4,050(4)-1,21,450-4,650(1)-1,26,100 (17 years) |
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PFRDA Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved/GEN, EWS & OBC | ₹1,000/- (inclusive of GST) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
Separate online applications and fees are required for each stream applied to. The fee, once paid, is non-refundable under any circumstances.
How to Apply for PFRDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026?
Applications for PFRDA Recruitment 2026 must be submitted online through the PFRDA website.
- Visit www.pfrda.org.in and click on “Careers.”
- Open the notification “PFRDA Recruitment Exercise – Recruitment of Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) – 2026” and click “Apply Online.”
- Click “Click Here for New Registration” and enter your name, contact details and email ID to generate a Provisional Registration Number and Password.
- Use “Save and Next” to complete the application form in stages, verifying details before final submission.
- Upload your scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression, and handwritten declaration as per the prescribed specifications.
- Preview the application and click “Complete Registration” only after verifying all details, since no changes are permitted thereafter.
- Proceed to the “Payment” tab and pay the fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, or Cash Card/Mobile Wallet.
- Click “Submit” and retain a printout of the application form for future reference.
Candidates applying for more than one stream must submit separate applications and pay the fee separately for each; only the last valid application will be retained in case of multiple submissions for the same stream.
PFRDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection is a three-stage process: Phase-I (Online Screening Examination), Phase-II (Online Examination), and Phase-III (Interview).
Phase-I Online Examination (15th Oct 2026)
| Paper | Subject | Max Marks | Questions | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (All Streams) | English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Test of Reasoning, General Awareness | 100 | 90 | 60 minutes |
| Paper 2 (General Stream) | Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act, Economics & Pension Sector, AI, Media, Marketing & Communication | 100 | 50 | 40 minutes |
| Paper 2 (Research/Actuary/Official Language Streams) | Specialised subject related to the stream | 100 | 50 | 40 minutes |
There is a negative marking of 1/4th mark per wrong answer in both papers. Candidates must secure separate cut-offs in each paper as well as an aggregate cut-off to be shortlisted for Phase-II. Marks obtained in Phase-I are used only for shortlisting and are not counted towards final selection.
Phase-II Online Examination (20th Nov 2026)
| Paper | Subject | Max Marks | Questions | Duration | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 (All Streams) | English (Descriptive) – drafting skills | 100 | 3 | 60 minutes | 1/3rd |
| Paper 2 (General Stream) | Commerce, Accountancy, Management, Finance, Costing, Companies Act, Economics & Pension Sector, AI, Media, Marketing & Communication | 100 | 50 | 40 minutes | 2/3rd |
| Paper 2 (Research/Actuary/Official Language Streams) | Specialised subject related to the stream | 100 | 50 | 40 minutes | 2/3rd |
There is negative marking of 1/4th mark per wrong answer in Paper 2. Paper 1 will be evaluated only for candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper 2. Candidates equal to 5 times the number of vacancies will be shortlisted, in order of merit, for Phase-III.
Phase-III Interview
Only candidates shortlisted after Phase-II will be called for interview, which can be attempted in Hindi or English. The final selection is based on total marks secured in Phase-II and Phase-III, with a weightage of 85% for Phase-II and 15% for Phase-III.
