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PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026: Dates, Eligibility, Pay

PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026: Phase II is on 20 November 2026. Check IAI Core Principles eligibility, the age limit, pay scale and selection stages.

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  • Phase II of the PFRDA Grade A 2026 recruitment is on 20 November 2026.
  • The Actuary stream needs graduation plus all seven IAI Core Principles subjects passed or exempt.
  • Candidates must be 30 years or younger on 31 July 2026, with relaxation only in cases the notification lists.
  • Basic pay starts at ₹62,500, and gross pay at the start is about ₹2,05,000 per month.

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The next stage of the PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026 recruitment is the Phase II online examination on 20 November 2026. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) published Advertisement No. 03/2026 for Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) on 3 September 2026. This page covers the Actuary stream.

PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026 at a glance

The table shows the main facts of the recruitment. The notification also covers the General, Research and Official Language (Rajbhasha) streams.

ItemDetail
Conducting bodyPension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA)
PostOfficer Grade A (Assistant Manager)
Stream on this pageActuary
Vacancies30 in all streams, 2 in the Actuary stream
Advertisement number03/2026, dated 3 September 2026
Mode of examinationOnline
Selection stagesPhase I, Phase II and Phase III interview
Application fee₹1,000 for Unreserved, EWS and OBC, nil for SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-servicemen
Pay scale₹62,500 to ₹1,26,100 (17 years)
Official websitewww.pfrda.org.in

What are the key dates for PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026?

PFRDA accepted applications only online from 3 September 2026 to 24 September 2026. It accepted no other mode. PFRDA required a separate online application for each stream. Applications are now closed. See the PFRDA Grade A Actuary notification 2026 for vacancies and the fee.

StageDate
Notification published3 September 2026
Online application and fee payment3 September to 24 September 2026
Phase I call letter released8 October 2026
Phase I online examination15 October 2026 (Thursday)
Phase II online examination20 November 2026 (Friday)
Phase III interviewPFRDA has not announced the date yet

What is the eligibility for the PFRDA Actuary stream?

The Actuary stream needs two things together. The candidate must hold graduation from a recognized university or institute. The candidate must also pass, or have exemption in, all seven Core Principles subjects of the Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) examination. Read the PFRDA Grade A Actuary eligibility 2026 page for all rules.

What is the age limit for PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026?

A candidate must not have exceeded 30 years of age on 31 July 2026. This means the candidate must have been born on or after 1 August 1996. The notification relaxes the upper age limit only in the cases it lists. Read the eligibility page for the relaxation table.

How does PFRDA select Actuary candidates?

Selection has three stages. Phase I is an online screening examination, Phase II is an online examination, and Phase III is an interview. Phase II marks carry 85% of the final marks, and the interview carries 15%.

Read the PFRDA Grade A Actuary selection process 2026 page. It explains marks, negative marking and cut-off rules for each phase. The exam pattern and syllabus pages show the papers and topics.

How do call letters work for the online examination?

Candidates download call letters from the PFRDA website. The call letter shows the examination venue and the time. A candidate must bring the call letter and a photo identity proof to the examination centre.

What is the pay for the Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) post?

The notification lists one pay scale for Officers in Grade A. The scale runs from ₹62,500 to ₹1,26,100 over 17 years. The table shows how basic pay moves through the scale.

Pay stageBasic pay at start of stageIncrement amountNumber of incrementsBasic pay at end of stage
1₹62,500₹3,6004₹76,900
2₹76,900₹4,0507₹1,05,250
3₹1,05,250₹4,0504₹1,21,450
4₹1,21,450₹4,6501₹1,26,100

The scale shows an EB at ₹1,05,250, between stage 2 and stage 3. EB means efficiency bar.

What is the gross pay at the start?

At the minimum of the scale, gross pay is about ₹2,05,000 per month. The notification gives this as the present figure. It includes PFRDA’s contribution to the National Pension System (NPS). It also includes grade, special, special grade, dearness, local, family, special compensatory, learning and housing allowances.

How long is the probation?

Successful candidates serve a probation of two years. PFRDA confirms them in service after satisfactory performance during probation and verification of character and antecedents.

Where can I read each part of the guide?

  • Notification: vacancies by stream, key dates and the application fee.
  • Eligibility: the Actuary qualification, the age limit and the age relaxation table.
  • Selection process: the three phases, cut-off rules and the 85% and 15% weightage.
  • Exam pattern: paper formats, marks, time and negative marking for both phases.
  • Syllabus: the Actuary Paper 2 topics in Insurance and Management.

Frequently asked questions

What is the PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026 Phase II date?
The Phase II online examination is on 20 November 2026, a Friday. PFRDA tells each candidate who cleared Phase I the date and time. PFRDA issues new call letters to candidates shortlisted for Phase II.
What is the qualification for the PFRDA Grade A Actuary stream?
A candidate needs graduation from a recognized university or institute. The candidate must also pass, or have exemption in, all seven Core Principles subjects of the Institute of Actuaries of India (IAI) examination. Both conditions apply together.
What is the age limit for PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026?
The age limit is 30 years on 31 July 2026. A candidate must have been born on or after 1 August 1996. The notification relaxes the upper limit only in the cases it lists, so read the eligibility page for the table.
How many stages does PFRDA Grade A selection have?
Selection has three stages. Phase I is an online examination. Phase II is an online examination. Phase III is an interview for candidates shortlisted after Phase II. Phase I marks only shortlist candidates for Phase II. Read the selection process page for details.
What is the pay scale for PFRDA Grade A Assistant Manager?
The pay scale is ₹62,500 to ₹1,26,100 over 17 years. At the minimum of the scale, gross pay is about ₹2,05,000 per month. The gross figure includes PFRDA’s contribution to the National Pension System (NPS) and allowances.
Do Phase I marks count in the final PFRDA Grade A result?
No. PFRDA uses Phase I marks only to shortlist candidates for Phase II. Phase I marks do not count toward final selection. A candidate must clear Phase I to get the Phase II date and time from PFRDA.
What is the probation period for the PFRDA Assistant Manager post?
The probation period is two years. PFRDA confirms a candidate in service after satisfactory performance during probation. PFRDA also verifies character and antecedents with the concerned authorities before confirmation.
Can I still apply for PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026?
No. Online applications closed on 24 September 2026. PFRDA accepted applications only online and accepted no other mode. Applied candidates can check the PFRDA careers page for new notices.

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