Can You Clear UPSC EPFO in 2 Months? Study Plan Inside


Sun Sep 14, 2025

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Many aspirants ask: “Is 2 months enough to crack UPSC EPFO EO/AO 2025?” The short answer is yes — but only with a disciplined plan. The exam is competitive, but if you focus on core subjects (Labour Laws + Social Security), practice mocks, and revise strategically, you can clear it in 60 days. Here’s a step-by-step 2-month study plan for serious aspirants.

UPSC EPFO EO/AO Exam 2025 – 2-Month Smart Strategy 

Phase 1: First 30 Days – Coverage + Foundation

  • Labour Laws (10–12 days): Focus on EPF Act, ESI Act, Payment of Wages, Maternity Benefit, Factories Act. Make short notes.
  • Social Security Schemes (6–7 days): Cover EPFO, ESI, PMJJBY, PMSBY, Atal Pension Yojana. Revise with MCQs.
  • Indian Polity & Economy (4–5 days): Constitution basics, Parliament, Planning, Finance.
  • English + Accounts (5–6 days): Basic grammar rules, comprehension, simple accounting principles.
  • Current Affairs + Freedom Struggle (3–4 days): Revise last 12 months + PYQs.
✅ Target: Finish first full syllabus coverage in 30 days.
Phase 2: Next 30 Days – Practice + Revision
  • Mock Tests (15 full-length): Attempt 1 mock every 2 days. Analyze mistakes.
  • Revision Blocks: 40% Labour Laws, 30% Social Security, 20% others.
  • Daily English & Aptitude Practice: 30 min grammar + 30 min quant reasoning daily.
  • Weekly Full Revision: Every Sunday, revise all notes + error log from mocks.
✅ Target: By exam day, attempt 20+ mocks + revise notes 3 times.
2-Month Daily Timetable (for working & full-time aspirants) 

Working Professionals (2–3 hrs weekday, 6 hrs weekend):

  • Weekdays: 1 hr Labour/Social Security + 1 hr English/Quant.
  • Weekends: 3 hrs mocks + 3 hrs revision.
Full-Time Aspirants (6–8 hrs daily):
  • Morning: 3 hrs Labour/Social Security.
  • Afternoon: 2 hrs GS/Polity/Accounts.
  • Evening: 2 hrs mocks + analysis.

Key Success Tips
  • Don’t try to study everything: Focus on high-weightage subjects (Labour Laws + Social Security = 40%).
  • Quality over quantity: Attempt fewer mocks but analyze deeply.
  • Smart revision: Use flashcards, cheat-sheets, and short notes for final 10 days.
  • Discipline > Duration: Even 2 hrs/day is enough if consistent.

FAQs 

Q1. Can I crack UPSC EPFO exam in 2 months?
Ans: Yes, if you focus on Labour Laws, Social Security, and attempt at least 15–20 mocks in 60 days. 


Q2. How many hours should I study daily in 2-month EPFO prep? 

Ans: Full-time aspirants → 6–8 hrs/day; working professionals → 2–3 hrs/day + weekends.


Q3. What is the role of mock tests in 2-month prep? 

Ans: Mock tests train time management, highlight weak areas, and simulate exam conditions. 


Q4. Which subjects to prioritize in short prep?

Ans: Labour Laws + Social Security (40% weight), plus English & Current Affairs basics.
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  • 1000+ MCQs from each topic.
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