EPFO SSA Eligibility Criteria 2022: Know age limit, educational qualifications, number of attempts

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EPFO SSA eligibility criteria is a must for candidates applying for EPFO SSA Exam to satisfy. Those who do not fulfill the eligibility criteria will not be considered for the post. Employees Provident Fund Organization conducts EPFO SSA Recruitment Exam to recruit eligible and interested candidates to the post of Social Security Assistant. Knowing the eligibility criteria is a must before preparing for the exam. Candidates who are wishing to apply for the examination have to be between 18-27 years. The candidate should have a minimum educational qualification of a degree from the university which is recognized by the Government. Read this article to know all about EPFO SSA eligibility criteria and other details. If you are preparing for competitive exams and looking for expert guidance, you can download our General Knowledge Free Ebook Download Now.

EPFO SSA Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for EPFO SSA is described under the following parameters:
  • Nationality
  • Age Limit
  • Educational Qualification

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The details regarding each of these parameters are as given below.

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EPFO SSA Eligibility Criteria: Nationality

The candidate must be

  • An Indian citizen or
  • A Subject from Nepal or
  • A Subject From Bhutan or
  • A Tibetian who came over India before 1st January 1962 who was intended to settle in India Permanently.
  • The candidates who are migrated from Pakistan, Srilanka, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia Ethiopia, Vietnam, Burma with the intention of settling in India permanently.
 

EPFO SSA Eligibility Criteria: Age Limit

Candidates should be between 18 to 27 years of age to be eligible for EPFO SSA Exam. There is relaxation in upper age limit provided to candidates belonging to reserved categories. The details are as follows:

Category

Age Relaxation

SC/ST

5 years

OBC

3 Years

Employees of Central Government

  • General Candidates-13 years
  • SC/ST Candidates-18 Years
  • OBC Candidates-16 years

Ex-Serviceman

  • General Candidates-3 years
  • SC/ST Candidates-8 Years
  • OBC Candidates-6 years

PWD Candidates

  • General Candidates-10 years
  • SC/ST Candidates-15 Years
  • OBC Candidates-13 years

EPFO SSA Eligibility Criteria: Educational Qualification

Candidates should have a degree in any stream from the university which is recognized by the Government.

EPFO SSA Eligibility Criteria: Experience

No prior experience is required to be eligible for EPFO SSA Exam.

 

EPFO SSA Eligibility Criteria: Number of Attempts

There is no restriction on the number of attempts for EPFO SSA Exam. Candidates can appear for the exam as many times as they want provided they fulfill the eligibility criteria mentioned above.

What is the minimum age limit to be eligible for EPFO SSA Exam?

The minimum age limit to be eligible for EPFO SSA Exam is 18 years.

What is the maximum age limit to be eligible for EPFO SSA Exam?

The maximum age limit to be eligible for EPFO SSA Exam is 27 years.

What is the required educational qualification to be eligible for EPFO SSA Exam?

Candidates should have completed their graudation from a recognised college or university to be eligible for EPFO SSA Exam.

How many attempts are allowed for EPFO SSA Exam?

There is no restriction on the number of attempts for EPFO SSA Exam.

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