UPSC APFC Syllabus 2025 in Simple Words

Introduction

The UPSC Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) Exam 2025 is one of the most prestigious social security and labour administration posts in India. But before diving into preparation, you must clearly understand the syllabus. Many aspirants get overwhelmed because the UPSC notification lists subjects in a technical way. Don’t worry — here we explain the APFC syllabus in simple words so you know exactly what to study.

UPSC APFC Syllabus 2025: Subject-Wise Breakdown

General English

• Spotting errors, synonyms, antonyms, comprehension  passages. 
•  - Focus on understanding and proper usage of grammar.

Indian Freedom Struggle

• Events from 1857 to 1947. 
• National movements, social reforms, key leaders.

Current Events & Developmental Issues

• National & International events of importance.
• Government schemes, social sector programs, economic developments.

Indian Polity & Economy

• Constitution of India, governance, rights & duties. 
•  Economic planning, financial institutions, taxation basics.

General Accounting Principles

• Basics of accounting, journal entries, trial balance, P&L

accounts. 

• Simple problems on accounts and balance sheets.

Industrial Relations & Labour Laws

• Core Labour Laws: EPF Act, ESI Act, Payment of Wages, Gratuity, Maternity Benefit, Trade Unions, Factories Act. 
•  Industrial disputes, workers’ rights, role of labour administration.

Social Security in India

• - Schemes like EPFO, ESI, PMJJBY, PMSBY, Atal Pension Yojana. 
•  - Concept of social security, welfare measures in India.

General Science & Computer Applications

• Basic science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology concepts). 
• Computer fundamentals, MS Office, Internet basics.

General Mental Ability & Quantitative Aptitude

• Arithmetic, algebra, reasoning, coding-decoding, puzzles.
• Questions to test logical and numerical skills.

Key Insights for Aspirants

- Labour Laws + Social Security = nearly 40% of the syllabus (must-focus).
- English is not just grammar — comprehension carries weight.
- Current events should be covered for at least the last 12 months.
- PYQs show repetition in Labour Laws and Social Security questions.

Smart Preparation Tips-

- Make short notes for Labour Laws and Social Security schemes.
- Practice MCQs subject-wise to avoid knowledge gaps.
- Use previous year papers to identify repeated themes.
- Allocate 40% of study time to core EPFO subjects, 30% to GS/CA, and 30% to practice.

FAQs -

Q: What are the main subjects in UPSC APFC syllabus?

A: Labour Laws, Social Security, Indian Polity & Economy, General Accounting, English, Current Affairs, Freedom Struggle, General Science, and Aptitude. 

Q: Which subject is most important for APFC exam?

A: Labour Laws and Social Security — together they carry around 40% weight.

Q: Does APFC syllabus include General Science?

A: Yes, basic science and computer applications are part of the syllabus. 

Q: Is Accounts difficult in APFC exam?

A: No, only basic accounting principles are asked, suitable for a graduate-level student.

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