PFRDA Grade A Eligibility Criteria 2025
The official PFRDA Grade A 2025 Notification is now out, and if you’re interested in the Assistant Manager post, it’s important to carefully go through the eligibility criteria before applying.
To apply, you must have the required educational qualifications for the stream you’re choosing. In terms of age, you should not be older than 30 years as on July 31, 2025—which means you must be born on or after August 1, 1995. However, candidates from reserved categories will get relaxation in age as per government rules.
So, make sure you check all the eligibility conditions for your stream before filling out the form. If you’re not eligible, your application may get rejected without any prior notice.
Educational Criteria
The PFRDA Grade A Eligibility Criteria clearly explain what educational qualifications you need to apply. You must have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a subject that matches the stream you’re applying for.
This could be in areas like finance, economics, business administration, law, or other related fields—depending on the stream. Just make sure your degree is from a recognized university or institute.
To be sure you meet the requirements, check the stream-wise educational qualifications given in the table below or in the official notification.
| Stream | Educational Criteria |
|---|---|
| General | Master’s Degree in any discipline OR Bachelor’s Degree in Law OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering OR ACA/FCA from ICAI OR ACS/FCS from ICSI OR ACMA/FCMA from ICMAI (erstwhile AICWA/FICWA from ICWAI) OR CFA from CFA Institute |
| Finance and Accounts | Graduation from a recognized university AND ACA/FCA from ICAI OR ACS/FCS from ICSI OR ACMA/FCMA from ICMAI (erstwhile AICWA/FICWA from ICWAI) OR CFA from CFA Institute |
| Information Technology | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical / Electronics & Communication / IT / Computer Science) OR Master’s in Computer Application OR Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with a 2-year postgraduate qualification in Computers/IT OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with specialization in AI and ML OR Master’s in Computer Application with AI and ML OR B.Sc. with AI and ML OR Bachelor’s in any discipline with a 2-year PG qualification in Computers/IT with AI and ML specialization |
| Research (Statistics) | Master’s Degree in Statistics / Economics / Commerce / Business Administration (Finance) / Econometrics |
| Research (Economics) | Master’s Degree in Statistics / Economics / Commerce / Business Administration (Finance) / Econometrics |
| Actuary | Graduation from a recognized University/Institute AND Pass or exemption in all 7 Core Principles subjects of the Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) Examination |
| Legal | Bachelor’s Degree in Law from a recognized University/Institute |
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | Master’s Degree in Hindi with English as one of the subjects at Bachelor’s level OR Master’s in Sanskrit / English / Economics / Commerce with Hindi as a subject at Bachelor’s level from a recognized University/Institute |
Age Criteria
Another important part of the PFRDA Grade A Eligibility Criteria is the age limit. According to the 2025 notification, candidates should not be older than 30 years as on July 31, 2025—which means you must be born on or after August 1, 1995.
All applicants should carefully read the official notification to ensure they meet the age requirement. If there are any changes or updates, they will be clearly mentioned in the eligibility section.
Also, the notification provides details about age relaxation for candidates from reserved categories and persons with benchmark disabilities, as per government rules. These relaxations differ based on the category, so be sure to check what’s applicable to you.
| Post | Age Criteria (As on July 31, 2025) |
|---|---|
| PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) | A candidate must not have exceeded the age of 30 years as on July 31, 2025 i.e., must have been born on or after August 1, 1995. |
Age Relaxation
In the PFRDA Grade A exam, as per the PFRDA Grade A Eligibility Criteria, candidates in specified categories are entitled to age relaxation benefits. If you want this position, you need to submit all the relevant details whenever the PFRDA asks for them. Take care to submit the documents to avoid being disqualified for the recruitment process. You can take a look at the the table below to know more about age relaxation as per the PFRDA Grade A Eligibility Criteria .
| Category | Age Relaxation Beyond Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
| Ex-servicemen | 5 years |
- The EWS candidates need to possess the “Income & Assets Certificate” as on the closing date of the application window. A Competent Authority shall issue such a certificate in the format prescribed by the Government of India.
- The OBC candidates are eligible for age relaxation if
- They belong to the Non-Creamy Layer (NCL)
- They possess a valid OBC (NCL) certificate issued on or after August 1, 2021, but before the closure of the registration window
- PwBD is eligible for cumulative age relaxation benefits in case they belong to reserved categories
FAQ’s
1. Can a candidate apply for two PFRDA Grade A recruitment streams?
Yes, if you meet the educational qualifications for both streams, you can apply for more than one stream. However, you must submit separate applications and pay the application fee for each stream.
2. Can you tell me the age limit for the PFRDA Assistant Manager exam?
The upper age limit is 30 years as on July 31, 2025. That means the candidate must be born on or after August 1, 1995. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories.
3. I have not received my final exam result. Can I apply for the PFRDA Assistant Manager exam?
No. You must have completed the required qualification and possess the result/certificate by July 31, 2025. Without that, you are not eligible to apply.
4. What is the age relaxation for the EWS category candidates?
None. There is no age relaxation for EWS category candidates as per government norms.
5. What is the maximum age to apply for the PFRDA Assistant Manager 2025 exam?
The maximum age is 30 years as on July 31, 2025. However, relaxations apply:
- SC/ST: +5 years
- OBC: +3 years
- PwBD: +10 to +15 years depending on category
6. I am 34 years old from an OBC category, am I eligible to apply for the PFRDA Grade A Exam 2025?
No. Even with the 3-year relaxation, the maximum age allowed for OBC is 33 years. So, at 34, you are not eligible.
7. I have 55% in my Graduation, can I apply for the PFRDA Grade A 2025 exam?
Yes, percentage of marks is not specified as a criterion in the official notification. As long as you hold the required degree from a recognized university, you are eligible.
8. What is the upper age limit for the SC category?
The base age limit is 30 years, and SC category candidates get 5 years relaxation, so the upper age limit is 35 years.
9. Is there any age relaxation for the EWS category candidates?
No. Candidates belonging to the EWS (Economically Weaker Section) do not get age relaxation under the current rules.
