EPFO LDC and JSA Recruitment 2026: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation has officially announced a Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) 2026 for promotion to the posts of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) and Junior Secretariat Assistant (JSA).
The Limited Departmental Competitive Examination for promotion to the post of Lower Division Clerk /Junior Secretariat Assistant under Examination Quota will be conducted through the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS).
As per the official notification dated 18 March 2026, the exam will be conducted through the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection.
Overview of EPFO LDC and JSA Recruitment 2026
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | EPFO (Ministry of Labour & Employment) |
| Exam Name | LDCE 2026 |
| Posts | LDC & JSA |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 120 Minutes |
| Conducting Body | IBPS |
| Tentative Exam Date | 2 May 2026 |
Vacancy Details (Zone-wise)
According to the Annexure-I table on Page 3, a total of 153 vacancies have been notified across various regions in India.
Key Vacancy Highlights:
- Maharashtra: 42 posts (highest)
- Chennai & Puducherry: 27 posts
- Gujarat: 19 posts
- West Bengal: 12 posts
- Karnataka: 10 posts
Other states like Bihar, Rajasthan, Odisha, and Uttar Pradesh have limited vacancies.
Eligibility Criteria for EPFO LDC and JSA Recruitment
For LDC Post
- Applicable to Group ‘C’ and Group ‘D’ employees
- Must have:
- Equivalent or lower pay scale than LDC
- Minimum matriculation (10th pass)
- At least 5 years of regular service
For JSA Post
- Applicable to Group ‘C’ staff at Head Office
- Must have:
- Matriculation qualification
- Minimum 3 years of service in Level-1 pay matrix
(Criteria based on Page 1 and 2 of the notification )
Exam Pattern
The examination will be conducted in computer-based mode and consist of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
Subjects Included:
- English
- Administration
- Arithmetic & Numerical Ability
- Reasoning
Exam Details:
- Duration: 120 minutes
- Total Marks: 100
(Exam structure mentioned on Page 1 of the PDF )
How to Apply for EPFO LDC and JSA Recruitment -step-by-step process
Eligible candidates can apply through the official IBPS portal:
- Visit the application link provided in the notification: https://ibpsreg.ibps.in/epfofeb26/
- Fill out the online form carefully
- Submit before the last date
- Send the PDF copy to the concerned office for verification
(No hard copy submission to head office is required.)
Official Notification: Download
Selection Process
The selection will be based on:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Merit-based shortlisting
- Verification of eligibility and service records
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 20 March 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 10 April 2026
- Exam Date: 2 May 2026
Candidates must complete the online application within the deadline.
FAQs
- Who is eligible for EPFO LDCE 2026?
Only eligible EPFO employees meeting service and qualification criteria can apply.
- What is the exam date?
The exam is tentatively scheduled for 2 May 2026.
- How many vacancies are available?
A total of 153 vacancies have been announced.
- What is the exam mode?
- The exam will be conducted in computer-based mode.
- Who will conduct the exam?
- The exam will be conducted by IBPS.
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