PFRDA Grade A Rajbhasha 2026 Highlights
The primary responsibility of a PFRDA Rajbhasha Officer is to promote and implement the organisation's Hindi language policy. This includes translating official documents between Hindi and English, preparing reports, and organising language-training sessions to enhance staff proficiency. The role demands a strong command of Hindi and excellent interpersonal communication skills
The PFRDA notification (Advt. No. 03/2026) has been released, with applications open from September 3 to September 24, 2026. Eligible aspirants should apply within this window.
It is advised that applicants should finish their PFRDA Grade A application as soon as possible within the given time frame to avoid last-minute hassles and to ensure an error-free application.
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | PFRDA |
| Post | PFRDA Officer Grade A (Rajbhasha) |
| Official Website | www.pfrda.org.in |
| Exam Type | Central Level |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Phases | Three Stages-
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| Number of Questions | Phase 1 (Two Papers)-
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| Exam Duration | Two Papers-
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| Number of Vacancies | 01 |
| Online Registration & Fee Payment | 03 September 2026 to 24 September 2026 |
| Phase 1 Online Exam Dates | 15 October 2026 (Thursday) |
| Phase 2 Online Examination | 20 November 2026 (Friday) |
| Official Notification 2026 PDF | Download Notification PDF |
PFRDA Grade A Rajbhasha Exam Calendar
The PFRDA Rajbhasha notification (Advt. No. 03/2026) has been released, with the online application window open from September 3 to September 24, 2026. Candidates should complete their forms and fee payments within this period to ensure a valid submission.
The Phase I (Online Screening) Examination for the Rajbhasha stream will be held on October 15, 2026, and it is a qualifier. This phase consists of two objective papers: Paper 1 covers English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, and General Awareness (common to all streams), and Paper 2 covers the Rajbhasha-specific subject. Both papers carry negative marking for incorrect answers.
The Phase II (Online Main) Examination will be held on November 20, 2026, and those who clear Phase I will be eligible. It comprises a descriptive English paper (drafting skills) and a Rajbhasha-specific objective test. Only those who clear the objective cut-offs will have their descriptive scripts evaluated.
The Phase III (Personal Interview) will be held after that, with exact dates and venue details communicated to Phase II qualifiers via email/SMS. Candidates may opt for the interview in Hindi or English.
The final result combines Phase II and Phase III scores, with Phase II carrying 85% weightage and Phase III carrying 15%. Aspirants are advised to monitor PFRDA's official website regularly for any updates or corrigenda to these dates.
You can have an overview of the exam dates of the PFRDA Rajbhasha Officer Exam. Have a look at the PFRDA Rajbhasha exam calendar below:
PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) Important Exam Dates 2026
| Events | Important Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) Online Registration and Payment of Online Fees/Intimation Charges |
03 September 2026 to 24 September 2026 |
| PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) Phase 1 Online Exam Dates | 15 October 2026 |
| PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) Phase 1 Online Exam Result | To be notified later |
| PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) Phase 2 Online Examination | 20 November 2026 |
| PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) Phase 2 Online Exam Result | To be notified later |
| PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) Phase 3 Interview Dates | To be notified later |
| PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) Final Result | To be notified later |
PFRDA Rajbhasha Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Must be a citizen of India.
Age Limit (As on July 31, 2026)
A candidate must not have exceeded the age of thirty (30) years as on July 31, 2026 i.e., candidate must have been born on or after August 01, 1996. SC/ST candidates are eligible for an age relaxation of up to five years, applicable only where posts are reserved for them.
OBC candidates can avail a relaxation of up to three years, also applicable only where posts are reserved for them. Only OBC candidates belonging to the Non-Creamy Layer can apply under the OBC category; those in the Creamy Layer are not eligible.
Educational Qualifications (As on July 31, 2026)
Candidates appearing for the PFRDA Grade A Rajbhasha Exam need a Master's Degree in Hindi or Hindi Translation, with English as a subject at the Bachelor's level. Alternatively, they can hold a Master's Degree in Sanskrit, English, Economics, or Commerce, with Hindi as a subject at the Bachelor's level. A Master's Degree in both English and Hindi or Hindi Translation from a recognized university or institute is also accepted.
No Objection Certificate
Government or PSU employees must present a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the interview stage.
While applying for any exam, all candidates need to adhere to the eligibility criteria. All those who are interested in applying should go through the complete PFRDA Grade A eligibility criteria.
| Stream | Educational Criteria |
|---|---|
| Rajbhasha | Master's Degree in Hindi with English as one of the subjects at Bachelor's Degree level or Master's Degree in Sanskrit/ English/ Economics/ Commerce with Hindi as a subject at Bachelor's Degree level from a recognized University/ Institute. |
| Post | Age Criteria (As on July 31, 2026) |
|---|---|
| PFRDA Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager) | A candidate must not have exceeded the age of thirty (30) years as on July 31, 1995 i.e., candidate must have been born on or after August 01,1996. |
| Category | Age-Relaxation permissible beyond the upper age limit |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD |
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| Ex-servicemen | 5 years |
PFRDA Grade A Rajbhasha Vacancy 2026
Under the PFRDA Grade A 2026 notification, the Official Language (Rajbhasha) stream has 1 vacancy, reserved for the OBC category.
There are no vacancies in this stream for SC, ST, EWS, or Unreserved categories, and no horizontal PwBD allocation for Rajbhasha. Please refer to the table below for PFRDA Grade A 2026 vacancies.
| Stream | Number of Posts | Out of which PwBD* | Total Posts | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC | ST | OBC | EWS # | UR/ GEN | |||
| Official Language (Rajbhasha) | - | - | 01 | - | - | - | 01 |
PFRDA Rajbhasha Exam Pattern
Once you are done with the application, the next step should be to gather information on the PFRDA Rajbhasha exam pattern. The selection process of the PFRDA Assistant Manager exam is a three-stage one, which is as follows:
- Phase 1 - Online exam
- Phase 2 - Online exam
- Phase 3 - Interview
Prelims Exam Pattern
The PFRDA Rajbhasha Prelims exam pattern consists of an online examination that will consist of multiple-choice-based questions. There will be two papers: Paper 1 & Paper 2 in Phase 1 (Prelims) of 100 marks each.
Paper 1 will consist of questions from various subjects such as the English Language, Quantitative Aptitude, Test of Reasoning, and General Awareness. Paper 2 will be stream-specific.
| Paper | Stream / Subject | Maximum Marks | Number of Questions | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 All Streams: Multiple choice questions on the subjects |
English Language | 25 | 20 | 60 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 20 | ||
| Test of Reasoning | 25 | 30 | ||
| General Awareness (including some questions related to Financial Sector) | 25 | 20 | ||
| Total | 100 | 90 | ||
| Paper 2 | Rajbhasha Stream: Multiple choice questions on specialised subjects related to the stream. | 100 | 50 | 40 minutes |
- Phase 1 will be qualifying in nature.
- Candidates will have to secure sectional cut-off marks as well as overall cut-off marks.
- There will be a negative marking of 1/4th marks assigned to each question in both Paper 1 & Paper 2.
- Composite timing for each paper will be provided.
- All the tests except the Test of English Language will be available in both English & Hindi.
Mains Exam Pattern
Phase 2 of the PFRDA Rajbhasha exam will also consist of two papers: Paper 1 & Paper 2, both of which will be online exams. Paper 1 will be an English Descriptive Test of 100 marks, and Paper 2 will be an objective type that will be stream-specific.
| Section | Topics |
|---|---|
| English Writing Skills | Precis Writing, Essay Writing, Comprehension |
- There will be negative marking of 1/4th mark in Paper 2.
- Candidates will have to secure sectional cut-off marks as well as overall cut-off marks.
- Paper 2 will be examined for only those candidates who secure the qualifying marks in Paper 1.
- Paper 2 will be available bilingually.
Interview
The PFRDA Rajbhasha interview is a crucial step in the selection process for the Rajbhasha Officer position. Candidates who have successfully cleared the written exam or other initial screening stages are invited for the interview.
