# PFRDA Grade A Actuary Exam Pattern 2026: Papers, Marks > PFRDA Grade A Actuary exam pattern 2026: Phase I and Phase II papers, 100 marks each, questions, time, negative marking and Phase II weightage. Source: https://bunkpoint.com/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/exam-pattern/ Category: [PFRDA](https://bunkpoint.com/article/pfrda/) Guide: [PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/) ## In short - Phase I and Phase II each have two online papers of 100 marks each. - The Actuary stream paper has 50 questions, 100 marks and 40 minutes. - Phase II Paper 1 is a descriptive English paper of 100 marks and 60 minutes. - Negative marking is one-fourth of the marks of a question in the objective papers. The PFRDA Grade A Actuary exam pattern 2026 has two online phases. Each phase has two papers of **100 marks** each. Paper 2 is the Actuary stream paper in both phases. Go back to the [PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026 pillar page](/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/) for dates and pay. {{< callout type="official" >}} Read the [official notification on the PFRDA website](https://pfrda.org.in/documents/33652/212847/Recruitment+of+Officer+Grade+A+%28Assistant+Manager%29-2026.pdf) for the full exam scheme. {{< /callout >}} ## What is the PFRDA Grade A Actuary exam pattern 2026 for Phase I? Phase I is an online screening examination. It has two multiple choice papers. PFRDA set it for **15 October 2026**. Paper 1 is common to all streams. The table shows the sections of Paper 1. | Paper 1 section | Questions | Marks | | ------------------------------------------------------------- | --------- | ----- | | English Language | 20 | 25 | | Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 25 | | Reasoning | 30 | 25 | | General Awareness (including some financial sector questions) | 20 | 25 | | Total | 90 | 100 | Paper 1 lasts **60 minutes**. Paper 2 is the stream paper and lasts **40 minutes**. Negative marking of one-fourth applies in both papers. ## What is the Actuary stream paper pattern? Paper 2 tests a specialised subject related to the stream. The Research, Actuary and Official Language streams share one format. The table shows it. | Paper | Stream | Questions | Marks | Time | | ------- | ------- | --------- | ----- | ---------- | | Paper 2 | Actuary | 50 | 100 | 40 minutes | The notification says the Paper 2 syllabus is common for both phases. Read the [PFRDA Grade A Actuary syllabus 2026](/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/syllabus/) page for the topics. ## What is the PFRDA Grade A exam pattern for Phase II? PFRDA set Phase II for **20 November 2026**. Paper 1 is a descriptive English test for all streams. It checks drafting skills. Paper 2 is the Actuary stream paper. | Phase II paper | Type | Questions | Marks | Time | Weightage | | -------------- | ------------------------------- | --------- | ----- | ---------- | ---------- | | Paper 1 | Descriptive English | 3 | 100 | 60 minutes | One-third | | Paper 2 | Actuary stream, multiple choice | 50 | 100 | 40 minutes | Two-thirds | PFRDA checks Paper 1 only for candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper 2. Negative marking of one-fourth applies to Paper 2. ## How does the exam pattern link to selection? Phase II marks carry **85%** of the final marks. The interview carries **15%**. A candidate needs a cut-off in each paper and an aggregate cut-off. The [selection process](/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/selection-process/) page explains these rules. ## What can I read next? Read the [PFRDA Grade A Actuary syllabus 2026](/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/syllabus/) page for the Paper 2 topics. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the PFRDA Grade A Actuary exam pattern 2026? Phase I and Phase II are online examinations with two papers of 100 marks each. Paper 1 tests general skills in Phase I and English writing in Phase II. Paper 2 tests the Actuary stream subject in both phases. ### How many questions are in PFRDA Grade A Phase I Paper 1? Phase I Paper 1 has 90 questions for 100 marks in 60 minutes. It has 20 English, 20 Quantitative Aptitude, 30 Reasoning and 20 General Awareness questions. General Awareness includes some questions on the financial sector. ### What is the PFRDA Grade A Actuary Paper 2 pattern? Paper 2 for the Actuary stream has 50 multiple choice questions, 100 marks and 40 minutes. It tests a specialised subject related to the stream. The syllabus is common for Phase I and Phase II. ### What is the Phase II Paper 1 pattern in PFRDA Grade A? Phase II Paper 1 is a descriptive English test for all streams. It checks drafting skills. It has 3 questions, 100 marks and 60 minutes. Its weightage in Phase II is one-third. ### What is the weightage of Paper 1 and Paper 2 in Phase II? Paper 1 carries one-third of the Phase II weightage and Paper 2 carries two-thirds. PFRDA checks Paper 1 only for candidates who secure the minimum qualifying marks in Paper 2. ### Is there negative marking in PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026? Yes. PFRDA deducts one-fourth of the marks assigned to a question for a wrong answer. It applies to both papers in Phase I and to Paper 2 in Phase II. The [selection process page](/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/selection-process/) explains the cut-offs. ## More in this guide - [PFRDA Grade A Actuary 2026](https://bunkpoint.com/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/): 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. - [Notification](https://bunkpoint.com/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/notification/): PFRDA Grade A Actuary notification 2026 (Advt. 03/2026) lists 30 posts, 2 in the Actuary stream. See vacancies, dates and the application fee. - [Eligibility](https://bunkpoint.com/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/eligibility/): PFRDA Grade A Actuary eligibility 2026: graduation, all seven IAI Core Principles subjects, a 30-year age limit on 31 July 2026 and relaxation rules. - [Selection Process](https://bunkpoint.com/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/selection-process/): PFRDA Grade A Actuary selection process 2026: three phases, one-fourth negative marking, cut-off rules and the 85% and 15% final weightage. - [Syllabus](https://bunkpoint.com/article/pfrda/pfrda-grade-a-actuary-2026/syllabus/): PFRDA Grade A Actuary syllabus 2026: Paper 2 topics in Insurance and Management, common for Phase I and Phase II, plus the Paper 1 subjects.