PFRDA Grade A Recruitment 2026 – Quick Summary
| Organization | Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) |
| Established Under | PFRDA Act, 2013 | Statutory Regulatory Body (Financial Sector) |
| Conducted By | Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) |
| Post Name | Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) |
| Streams | General | Finance & Accounts | Information Technology | Research (Economics) | Research (Statistics) | Actuary | Legal | Official Language (Rajbhasha) |
| Pay Scale | ₹44,500 – 2500(4) – 54,500 – 2850(7) – 74,450 – EB – 2850(4) – 85,850 – 3300(1) – 89,150 |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹44,500/month |
| Upper Age Limit | 30 years (as on cut-off date) |
| Application Fee | ₹1,000/- (Gen/OBC/EWS) | NIL (SC/ST/PwBD) |
| Can Apply for 2 Streams? | Yes – but must choose SAME exam centres for both |
| Selection Process | Phase I (Prelims Online) → Phase II (Mains Online) → Phase III (Interview) |
| Apply Online | ibpsreg.ibps.in/pfrdajul26/ |
| Official Website | pfrda.org.in |
Streams Available – All 8 Disciplines
| Stream | Who Should Apply |
|---|---|
| General | Master’s degree (any discipline) / B.E./B.Tech / LLB / CA / CFA / CS / CMA |
| Finance & Accounts | Graduation + ACA/FCA (ICAI) / ACMA/FCMA (ICAI-CMA) / ACS/FCS (ICSI) | OR MBA Finance/PGDM Finance |
| Information Technology | B.E./B.Tech / M.E./M.Tech / MCA in CS/IT/ECE/Electronics or equivalent |
| Research (Economics) | Master’s degree in Economics / Econometrics from recognized University |
| Research (Statistics) | Master’s degree in Statistics / Mathematical Statistics from recognized University |
| Actuary | Graduation + passed at least 7 papers (CT series) from Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) / Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA), UK |
| Legal | LLB (3-year after Graduation or 5-year integrated) from recognized University | Enrolment with Bar Council |
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | Master’s degree in Hindi with English as compulsory/elective subject at Graduation level OR Master’s degree in English with Hindi as compulsory/elective subject at Graduation level OR Master’s in Sanskrit/Linguistics/Economics/Commerce with Hindi or English medium + Hindi Prachar certification |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | Max 30 years |
| OBC (NCL) | Max 33 years (+3) |
| SC / ST | Max 35 years (+5) |
| PwBD | Max 40 years (+10) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per GoI rules |
Pay Scale & Salary
| Pay Scale | ₹44,500 – 2500(4) – 54,500 – 2850(7) – 74,450 – EB – 2850(4) – 85,850 – 3300(1) – 89,150 |
| Initial Basic Pay | ₹44,500/month |
| Additional Allowances | DA, HRA, CCA, Leave Encashment, LTC, Medical, NPS and other PFRDA service rules allowances |
| Pay Scale Revision | Pay scales revised effective 01 November 2022 in line with SEBI Pay Scales (as per PFRDA Board decision) |
In addition to basic pay, PFRDA Officers receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), medical facilities, contributory PF under NPS, and other service benefits as per PFRDA rules. The gross monthly emoluments at PFRDA are broadly equivalent to RBI/SEBI/NABARD Grade A officers — making this one of the most attractive regulatory body careers in India.
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,000/- (Non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD | NIL (Exempted) |
Payment via Debit Card / Credit Card / Internet Banking / UPI.
Selection Process – 3 Phases
Phase I – Online Preliminary Examination
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 30 | 30 | Composite 120 min |
| Quantitative Aptitude / Data Interpretation | 30 | 30 | |
| General Awareness (Economy, Finance, Pension) | 30 | 30 | |
| Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 2 Hours |
Phase I is qualifying — scores not counted in final merit. Negative marking applies.
Phase II – Online Mains Examination (Merit Determining)
| Paper | Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I – English (Descriptive) | Essay + Précis + Comprehension | 100 | 90 min |
| Paper II – Professional Knowledge (Objective) | Stream-specific MCQs | 100 | 90 min |
| Paper III – Professional Knowledge (Descriptive) | Stream-specific essay/problem-solving questions | 100 | 90 min |
| Total | 300 | 4.5 Hours |
English paper is common across all streams. Papers II and III are stream-specific. Minimum qualifying marks apply in each paper separately. Final merit based on Phase II scores.
Phase III – Interview
Candidates shortlisted from Phase II are called for personal interview. Final selection based on Phase II marks + Interview performance. Appointment subject to medical fitness and document verification.
How to Apply – PFRDA Grade A 2026
- Visit pfrda.org.in → Careers section and download the official notification PDF
- Apply online via IBPS portal: ibpsreg.ibps.in/pfrdajul26/
- Register with personal details — note Registration Number and Password (also sent via SMS/email)
- Fill in academic, professional and stream details carefully
- Upload scanned photo, signature, left thumb impression and handwritten declaration
- Select exam centre preference
- Pay application fee (₹1,000 for Gen/OBC/EWS | NIL for SC/ST/PwBD)
- Submit — no modifications after final submission
- Take printout and save email/SMS confirmation
About PFRDA
Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) is a statutory regulatory body established under the PFRDA Act, 2013, by the Government of India. PFRDA’s mandate is to promote, develop and regulate the pension sector in India — including overseeing the National Pension System (NPS), which covers Central Government employees, State Government employees, and citizens under the All Citizens Model. With over 8 crore NPS subscribers and ₹10+ lakh crore in Assets Under Management (AUM), PFRDA is one of the key financial sector regulators in India alongside SEBI, IRDAI and RBI. Working at PFRDA offers a rare combination of regulatory authority, financial expertise development, and public service impact — comparable to careers at SEBI, RBI, and NABARD. PFRDA officers also receive pay scales aligned with SEBI, following the 2022 revision.
Frequently Asked Questions – PFRDA Grade A 2026
Q1. What is PFRDA Grade A Recruitment 2026?
PFRDA (Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority) has released the Officer Grade ‘A’ (Assistant Manager) Recruitment 2026 for 8 streams — General, Finance & Accounts, IT, Research (Economics), Research (Statistics), Actuary, Legal and Official Language. Conducted by IBPS. Apply at ibpsreg.ibps.in/pfrdajul26/.
Q2. What is the salary for PFRDA Grade A Officer?
Initial basic pay is ₹44,500/month. Pay scale: ₹44,500–₹89,150. Plus DA, HRA, CCA, Medical, NPS contributions and other regulatory body service allowances. PFRDA pay scales are aligned with SEBI (revised from 01 November 2022).
Q3. Can a fresh graduate apply for PFRDA Grade A 2026?
Yes for most streams — if you hold the required degree. No minimum work experience is mandated for most PFRDA Grade A streams. The Actuary stream requires clearing 7 CT/CS papers from IAI/IFoA, while Legal requires Bar Council enrollment. Finance stream requires ACA/ACMA/ACS qualification.
Q4. What is the age limit for PFRDA Grade A 2026?
Maximum 30 years for General/EWS. OBC (+3 = 33 years), SC/ST (+5 = 35 years), PwBD (+10 = 40 years).
Q5. Can I apply for 2 streams in PFRDA Grade A?
Yes, candidates may apply for up to 2 streams with a separate application and separate fee for each. However, they must select the SAME exam centres for both streams when applying.
Q6. What is the application fee for PFRDA Grade A 2026?
₹1,000/- for General/OBC/EWS candidates. NIL for SC/ST/PwBD. Payment via Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI.
Q7. What is the difference between PFRDA Grade A and RBI Grade B?
Both are prestigious regulatory body careers. PFRDA Grade A (Assistant Manager) has starting pay ₹44,500/month (SEBI-aligned), while RBI Grade B has starting pay ₹55,200/month. PFRDA typically announces fewer vacancies (20–40 per cycle) making it selective. PFRDA is specifically focused on the pension sector, whereas RBI is the central bank. PFRDA Grade A also allows applying for 2 streams simultaneously.
Q8. PFRDA Grade A పరీక్ష Pattern ఏమిటి? (Exam Pattern in Telugu)
మూడు దశలు ఉంటాయి: Phase I (Prelims — 120 MCQ, 2 గంటలు, qualifying మాత్రమే) → Phase II (Mains — English Descriptive 100M + Professional Knowledge Objective 100M + Professional Knowledge Descriptive 100M = మొత్తం 300M, 4.5 గంటలు, merit-determining) → Phase III (Personal Interview). Final selection Phase II + Interview scores ఆధారంగా.
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Source: Official PFRDA Recruitment Notification 2026 | pfrda.org.in | Conducted by IBPS | Apply via ibpsreg.ibps.in/pfrdajul26/