EPFO Enforcemnt Officer

EPFO Enforcement officer/Account Officer

EPFO Enforcement officer(EO)/Accounts Officer(AO) is a Level 8( GP 4800). Normally inspectors in other departments are’ appointed at Level 7( GP 4600). EO and AO refers to the same person. When he is handling field related work, he is referred to as EO and when handling Office related work , referred to as AO.

Some of the important duties of EO

1. Timely submission of coverage proposals for extension of Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 every establishment which attracts the application of the Act by reason of requisite employment strength.
2. To recommend the coverage of establishment under section 1 (4) of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 on the joint request of the employer and the majority of the employees of the establishment, provided the establishment is not statutorily coverable under the Act.
3. To submit proposals for extension of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 establishment participating in common Provident Fund in which one or more than one establishment is already covered under the Act.
4. Having covered an establishment to secure full compliance by the employer of that establishment with the provisions of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 1952 and / or Schemes framed there under.
5. To attend the problems of employers arising in the process of complaints and the grievances of the employees and where he cannot solve the problem or redress the grievances, report the case the Regional Provident Fund Commissioner for further action.
6. To conduct surveys when asked for to assess coverage potential of new categories of establishments.
7. To supply various prescribed forms to the employers on their request and educate them about their proper completion and prompt submission to the Regional Office.
8. To report the Regional Commissioner, evasion, abuse, violation, defect or abnormality noted in the implementation of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 and the Schemes framed thereunder.
9. To attend prosecution of defaulters under section 14 of the Act and under section 406/409 of Indian Penal Code.
10. To assist the Recovery Officer, in the matter of realisation of arrears.
11. To ensure that establishment exempted under section 17 (1)/17 (IC)/ 17 (2A) of the Act is complying with the provisions of the Act and also the condition governing the grant of exemption stipulated by the appropriate Government. Similarly, where exemption is granted individually or as a class under Para 27/27 A of the Employees' Provident Fund Scheme, 1952 and/or under para 28 of the Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme, 1976 as the case may be to ensure that the employer in relation such employees complying with the conditions governing the grant of such exemption.
12. To submit inspection reports, Narrative reports, survey reports and other prescribed reports .
13. To serve summons/warrants on the accused in respect of prosecution cases launched to enable quick results in the larger interest of the Organisation.

14. To carry out other instructions contained in manual for Enforcement officers

Promotional aspects

Time prescribed from Post of EO to APFC and then APFC to RPFC-II and likewise

1. Assistant PF Commissioner - 7 Years( In proposed Recruitment rules for APFC , it is 5 years)
2. Regional PF Commissioner-II- 5 Years
3. Regional PF Commissioner-I- 5 Years
4. Additional Central PF Commissioner- 6 Years
5. Additional Central PF Commissioner(HQ)- 4 Years
6. Central PF Commissioner- Appointed on recommendation of Appointments Committee of Cabinet

Promotion also depends upon the vacancy at the time when promotion is due, thus the above time limits are not fixed.

After 4 year of regular service, non functional upgradation to Level 9( GP 5400)

 

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Examination process inforamtion

History of EPFO	Organization structure of EPFO	EPFO Schemes	Enforcement Office: Job profile and service conditions	Account Office: Job profile and service conditions
UPSC EPFO Exam Notification 2k2o	UPSC EPFO Exam Pattern and important dates	UPSC EPFO Eligibility	UPSC EPFO Exam Syllabus	UPSC EPFO Exam Notification 2k21

 

You may check out following courses for UPSC EPFO exam Preparation

1. Test series for EPFO
2. General English
3. Indian Freedom Struggle
4. Current Events and Developmental Issues
5. Indian Polity and Economy
6. General Accounting Principles
7. Industrial Relations and Labour Laws
8. General Science and Knowledge of Computer Applications
9. General Mental Ability and Quantitative Aptitude
10. Social Security in India

EPFO APFC

 

UPSC EPFO APFC Job Profile

UPSC EPFO APFC is a gazetted officer post and hence the competition is very tough in this examination. The candidates have to secure marks more than the prescribed UPSC EPFO APFC cut off marks to get qualified for this profile. Here in the section below you can find the details related to the job profile. 

1. An APFC is responsible for the administration of Provident Fund, Pension and Insurance schemes under the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO).
2. An APFC has to conduct inspections and supervise the work of EPFO staff to ensure that the provisions of the Provident Fund Act are implemented properly.
3. An APFC has to manage the accounts of Provident Fund, Pension and Insurance schemes under EPFO.
4. An APFC has to handle legal matters related to Provident Fund, Pension and Insurance schemes under EPFO.
5. An APFC has to coordinate with various stakeholders such as employers, trade unions, and other government departments to ensure the effective implementation of Provident Fund, Pension and Insurance schemes.
6. An APFC has to analyze the data related to Provident Fund, Pension and Insurance schemes and prepare reports for higher authorities.

UPSC EPFO APFC Probation Period

The probation period for UPSC EPFO APFC is two years from the date of appointment. Candidates who find their name in the UPSC APFC result list will be called for final appointment. During the probation period, the APFC is expected to perform their duties and responsibilities as per the job profile and demonstrate their capability to handle the tasks assigned to them. The probation period is a crucial time for an APFC as their performance during this period determines their confirmation in the job.

UPSC EPFO APFC Career Growth

An APFC can also get promoted to higher posts in other government departments based on their qualifications and experience. The promotion to higher posts not only brings higher pay scales but also more responsibility and challenges. The career growth path for an APFC is as follows:

1. Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC)
2. Regional Provident Fund Commissioner (RPFC)
3. Additional Central Provident Fund Commissioner (ACPFC)
4. Central Provident Fund Commissioner (CPFC)

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Examination process inforamtion

History of EPFO	Organization structure of EPFO	EPFO Schemes	Enforcement Office: Job profile and service conditions	Account Office: Job profile and service conditions
UPSC EPFO Exam Notification 2k2o	UPSC EPFO Exam Pattern and important dates	UPSC EPFO Eligibility	UPSC EPFO Exam Syllabus	UPSC EPFO Exam Notification 2k21

 

You may check out following courses for UPSC EPFO exam Preparation

1. Test series for EPFO
2. General English
3. Indian Freedom Struggle
4. Current Events and Developmental Issues
5. Indian Polity and Economy
6. General Accounting Principles
7. Industrial Relations and Labour Laws
8. General Science and Knowledge of Computer Applications
9. General Mental Ability and Quantitative Aptitude
10. Social Security in India

EPFO Account Officer

EPFO Enforcement officer/Account Officer

EPFO Enforcement officer(EO)/Accounts Officer(AO) is a Level 8( GP 4800). Normally inspectors in other departments are’ appointed at Level 7( GP 4600). EO and AO refers to the same person. When he is handling field related work, he is referred to as EO and when handling Office related work , referred to as AO.

Some of the important duties of EO

1. Timely submission of coverage proposals for extension of Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 every establishment which attracts the application of the Act by reason of requisite employment strength.
2. To recommend the coverage of establishment under section 1 (4) of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 on the joint request of the employer and the majority of the employees of the establishment, provided the establishment is not statutorily coverable under the Act.
3. To submit proposals for extension of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 establishment participating in common Provident Fund in which one or more than one establishment is already covered under the Act.
4. Having covered an establishment to secure full compliance by the employer of that establishment with the provisions of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 1952 and / or Schemes framed there under.
5. To attend the problems of employers arising in the process of complaints and the grievances of the employees and where he cannot solve the problem or redress the grievances, report the case the Regional Provident Fund Commissioner for further action.
6. To conduct surveys when asked for to assess coverage potential of new categories of establishments.
7. To supply various prescribed forms to the employers on their request and educate them about their proper completion and prompt submission to the Regional Office.
8. To report the Regional Commissioner, evasion, abuse, violation, defect or abnormality noted in the implementation of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952 and the Schemes framed thereunder.
9. To attend prosecution of defaulters under section 14 of the Act and under section 406/409 of Indian Penal Code.
10. To assist the Recovery Officer, in the matter of realisation of arrears.
11. To ensure that establishment exempted under section 17 (1)/17 (IC)/ 17 (2A) of the Act is complying with the provisions of the Act and also the condition governing the grant of exemption stipulated by the appropriate Government. Similarly, where exemption is granted individually or as a class under Para 27/27 A of the Employees' Provident Fund Scheme, 1952 and/or under para 28 of the Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme, 1976 as the case may be to ensure that the employer in relation such employees complying with the conditions governing the grant of such exemption.
12. To submit inspection reports, Narrative reports, survey reports and other prescribed reports .
13. To serve summons/warrants on the accused in respect of prosecution cases launched to enable quick results in the larger interest of the Organisation.
14. To carry out other instructions contained in manual for Enforcement officers

Promotional aspects

Time prescribed from Post of EO to APFC and then APFC to RPFC-II and likewise

1. Assistant PF Commissioner - 7 Years( In proposed Recruitment rules for APFC , it is 5 years)
2. Regional PF Commissioner-II- 5 Years
3. Regional PF Commissioner-I- 5 Years
4. Additional Central PF Commissioner- 6 Years
5. Additional Central PF Commissioner(HQ)- 4 Years
6. Central PF Commissioner- Appointed on recommendation of Appointments Committee of Cabinet

Promotion also depends upon the vacancy at the time when promotion is due, thus the above time limits are not fixed.

After 4 year of regular service, non functional upgradation to Level 9( GP 5400)

 

Check out other articles for UPSC EPFO ( EO/AO) Examination process

Examination process inforamtion

History of EPFO	Organization structure of EPFO	EPFO Schemes	Enforcement Office: Job profile and service conditions	Account Office: Job profile and service conditions
UPSC EPFO Exam Notification 2k2o	UPSC EPFO Exam Pattern and important dates	UPSC EPFO Eligibility	UPSC EPFO Exam Syllabus	UPSC EPFO Exam Notification 2k21

 

You may check out following courses for UPSC EPFO exam Preparation

1. Test series for EPFO
2. General English
3. Indian Freedom Struggle
4. Current Events and Developmental Issues
5. Indian Polity and Economy
6. General Accounting Principles
7. Industrial Relations and Labour Laws
8. General Science and Knowledge of Computer Applications
9. General Mental Ability and Quantitative Aptitude
10. Social Security in India

EPFO Social Security Assistant

EPFO Social Security Assistant (SSA)

SSA is a Group ‘C’ Level 4 post with GP of Rs 2400.

The in hand salary of an EPFO SSA would be around 40k+

Posting locations:

SSAs currently are posted at Regional/ District Office of EPFO , the list of which can be accessed at:

Promotional Aspects:

SSA’s is one of the key posts in EPFO’ field offices set up. The promotions after this will be like:

1. Senior SSA(Non functional)

2. Section Supervisor

3. Enforcement Officer/Accounts Officer

4. Assistant PF Commissioner

5. Regional PF Commissioner-II

6. Regional PF Commissioner-I

7. Additional Central PF Commissioner

8. Additional Central PF Commissioner (HQ)

However, an SSA in present scenario can be envisaged to be elevated to the post of Regional PF Commissioner-I to the most. However the same can be changed after cadre restructuring of the organisation.

Work Profile

SSA’s work in various work profile like:

1.Enforcement

2. Accounts

3. Pension

4. Recovery

5. Damages

6. Exemption

7.Legal

8. Cash

9.PRO

10.MIS

11.RTI

12.Administration

13. Vigilance

 

 

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Examination process inforamtion

History of EPFO	Organization structure of EPFO	EPFO Schemes	Enforcement Office: Job profile and service conditions	Account Office: Job profile and service conditions
UPSC EPFO Exam Notification 2k2o	UPSC EPFO Exam Pattern and important dates	UPSC EPFO Eligibility	UPSC EPFO Exam Syllabus	UPSC EPFO Exam Notification 2k21

 

You may check out following courses for UPSC EPFO exam Preparation

1. Test series for EPFO
2. General English
3. Indian Freedom Struggle
4. Current Events and Developmental Issues
5. Indian Polity and Economy
6. General Accounting Principles
7. Industrial Relations and Labour Laws
8. General Science and Knowledge of Computer Applications
9. General Mental Ability and Quantitative Aptitude
10. Social Security in India