The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority has released the PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager Recruitment 2026 Notification under General, Research, Actuary and Official Language (Rajbhasha) streams.
The official advertisement provides for 30 vacancies across the four streams. The online application window opened on September 3, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until September 24, 2026. Selection will be made through a three-phase process — Phase I online screening examination, Phase II online examination and Phase III interview.
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PFRDA Grade A Recruitment 2026
Candidates selected through this recruitment will be appointed as Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) and may be posted at PFRDA’s offices in New Delhi or Mumbai, though they remain liable to serve anywhere in India as per the Authority’s requirements. Selected officers will undergo a probation period of two years.
PFRDA Grade A Recruitment 2026: Overview
The recruitment is being conducted for the General, Research, Actuary and Official Language (Rajbhasha) streams.
| Organisation | Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) |
| Recruitment | Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Streams | General, Research, Actuary, Official Language (Rajbhasha) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | September 3 to September 24, 2026 |
| Phase I Online Examination | October 15, 2026 (Thursday) |
| Phase II Online Examination | November 20, 2026 (Friday) |
| Phase III Interview | Date intimated to shortlisted candidates |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 30 years as on July 31, 2026 |
| Selection | Phase I (Screening) → Phase II (Written) → Phase III (Interview) |
| Weightage in Final Selection | Phase II: 85%, Phase III: 15% |
| Probation Period | 2 years |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 62,500-3600(4)-76,900-4050(7)-1,05,250-EB-4050(4)-1,21,450-4650(1)-1,26,100 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 1,000/- for UR/GEN/EWS/OBC |
| Nil for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen | |
| Official Website | www.pfrda.org.in |
PFRDA Grade A Vacancy 2026
The stream-wise and category-wise vacancies add up to 30 posts, including 2 vacancies reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (horizontal reservation).
| Stream | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 25 |
| Research | 2 |
| Actuary | 2 |
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | 1 |
| Total | 30 |
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PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager Recruitment Notification 2026 Out
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority has released a detailed notification on its official website, www.pfrda.org.in/careers, to recruit eligible candidates for 30 vacancies for the post of Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) across four streams. Candidates who are willing to apply must first go through the detailed notification to check all eligibility, exam pattern and application details.
PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager Recruitment Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates who want to appear for the PFRDA Officer Grade ‘A’ Recruitment 2026 must ensure they fulfil the required eligibility criteria before submitting their application forms, as admission at every stage is provisional and subject to verification.
Educational Qualification (As on 31.07.2026)
| Stream | Qualification |
|---|---|
| General | Master’s Degree/PG Diploma (min. 2 years) in any discipline, or Bachelor’s in Law/Engineering, or ACA/FCA (ICAI), ACS/FCS (ICSI), ACMA/FCMA (ICMAI), or CFA (CFA Institute) |
| Research | Master’s Degree/PG Diploma in Economics/Commerce/Business Administration/Finance/Statistics/Data Science/AI/ML/Big Data Analytics, or Master’s in Mathematics with 1-year PG Diploma in Statistics |
| Actuary | Graduation + Pass/exemption in all 7 ‘Core Principles’ subjects of the Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) Examination |
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | Master’s in Hindi/Hindi Translation with English at Bachelor’s level, or Master’s in Sanskrit/English/Economics/Commerce with Hindi at Bachelor’s level, or Master’s in both English and Hindi/Hindi Translation |
Candidates must also be computer literate and conversant with MS-Office (Word and Excel).
Age Limit
Candidates must not have exceeded 30 years of age as on July 31, 2026, i.e., they must have been born on or after August 1, 1996.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (General) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years |
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PFRDA Grade A Selection Process 2026
The recruitment follows a three-phase selection process:
- Phase I: Online Screening Examination (two papers of 100 marks each)
- Phase II: Online Examination (two papers of 100 marks each)
- Phase III: Interview
Marks scored in Phase I are used only for shortlisting to Phase II and are not counted towards final selection. The final merit is based on marks secured in Phase II (85% weightage) and Phase III (15% weightage).
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (Non-Refundable) |
|---|---|
| UR/GEN, EWS & OBC | Rs. 1,000/- (inclusive of GST) |
| SC/ST/PwBD & Ex-servicemen | Nil |
How to Apply for PFRDA Grade A Recruitment 2026
Candidates are required to apply online only through www.pfrda.org.in between September 3 and September 24, 2026. No other mode of application will be accepted. The process involves application registration, payment of fees, and uploading of photograph, signature, left thumb impression and a handwriting declaration as per the specified guidelines. Candidates are advised to complete the process well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
FAQs
1. What is the total number of vacancies for PFRDA Grade A 2026?
There are 30 vacancies across four streams: General (25), Research (2), Actuary (2), and Official Language (Rajbhasha) (1).
2. What is the application period?
The online application window is open from September 3, 2026 to September 24, 2026.
3. What is the selection process?
The selection involves three stages:
- Phase I – Online Screening Examination
- Phase II – Online Main Examination
- Phase III – Interview
4. Is Phase I marks counted in the final selection?
No. Phase I is only for screening/shortlisting to Phase II. Final selection is based on Phase II (85% weightage) and Phase III Interview (15% weightage).
5. What is the age limit for PFRDA Grade A?
Candidates must not be older than 30 years as of July 31, 2026 (born on or after August 1, 1996).
6. Is there any age relaxation?
Yes, relaxation is available:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC (NCL) – 3 years
- PwBD (Gen) – 10 years
- PwBD (OBC) – 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST) – 15 years
- Ex-Servicemen – 5 years
7. What is the application fee?
- UR/Gen/EWS/OBC – ₹1,000 (inclusive of GST)
- SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen – Nil
8. What is the pay scale for selected candidates?
The pay scale is ₹62,500 – 1,26,100 per month (with increments and allowances as per PFRDA rules).
9. What is the probation period?
Selected officers will undergo a probation period of 2 years.
10. Where will I be posted?
Initial postings may be in New Delhi or Mumbai, but candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India as per PFRDA requirements.
11. What educational qualifications are required?
It varies by stream:
- General – Master’s degree/PG Diploma, or Bachelor’s in Law/Engineering, or ACA/FCA, ACS/FCS, ACMA/FCMA, or CFA.
- Research – Master’s in Economics/Commerce/Business/Finance/Stats/Data Science/AI/ML/Big Data, etc.
- Actuary – Graduation + cleared all 7 Core Principles subjects of IAI.
- Official Language – Master’s in Hindi/Hindi Translation with English at graduation level, or equivalent.