EPFO SSA (Social Security Assistant) 2023: Job Profile, Salary & Registration Process

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Written by Saba Malaika on APRIL 24, 2024.
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Table of contents
  1. What is EPFO SSA (Social Security Assistant)?
  2. Latest Update for EPFO SSA Recruitment Process in 2023
  3. Important Dates for EPFO SSA Recruitment in 2023
  4. Overview of the EPFO SSA Recruitment Process
  5. EPFO SSA Job Profile
  6. EPFO SSA Salary
  7. EPFO SSA Educational Eligibility in 2023
  8. EPFO SSA Registration Process
  9. EPFO SSA 2023 Results
  10. Conclusion
  11. Frequently Asked Questions

What is EPFO SSA (Social Security Assistant)?

The EPFO SSA (Social Security Assistant) refers to a job position within the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) in India. The Social Security Assistant plays a crucial role in assisting EPFO in various administrative and operational tasks related to provident fund management, pension disbursement, and other social security benefits.

Latest Update for EPFO SSA Recruitment Process in 2023

  • August 2023 - The provisional answer key for the EPFO SSA 2023 Preliminary exam has been announced. You can download the EPFO SSA prelims exam answer key here . Candidates will have the opportunity to challenge this provisional answer key until September 3, 2023, by submitting a refundable objection fee of Rs. 500 per questioned item.
  • September 2023 - Results for the EPFO SSA 2023 examination conducted on August 18, 21, 22, and 23, will be declared in the last week of September.

Important Dates for EPFO SSA Recruitment in 2023

EPFO SSA Exam Date 2023

18th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd August 2023

EPFO SSA Answer Key 2023

1 September 2023

Last Date To Raise Objections

3 September 2023

EPFO SSA Result  2023

To be announced

EPFO SSA Cut Off 2023

To be announced

Overview of the EPFO SSA Recruitment Process

Name of Organization

National Testing Agency (NTA)

Offered Post

EPFO SSA (Social Security Assistant)

Total vacancies

2674

Apply Mode

Online

Job Location

PAN India

Type of Employment

Central Government Job

Official Web Portal

EPFO India

EPFO SSA Prelims Date

18th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd August 2023

Selection Procedure

Phase 1: Computer-Based Test Phase 2: Computer Typing Test, Computer Data Entry Test

EPFO SSA Job Profile

The position of an EPFO Social Security Assistant (SSA) is primarily clerical in nature and involves the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Computer-based data entry expertise, requiring candidates to possess exceptional typing skills
  • Managing and organizing files, as well as handling data and information
  • Candidates are expected to assist higher-ranking officials by regularly updating them on matters related to employee provident funds
  • Responsible for accurately maintaining data and ensuring it is readily accessible to authorized personnel
  • Documenting activities and promptly responding to queries from officials

EPFO SSA Salary

  • The EPFO SSA salary is a significant factor that attracts candidates to pursue this position. The salary structure for this role aligns with the 7th CPC's guidelines.
  • The in-hand EPFO SSA salary falls within the range of ₹29,200 to ₹92,300. The salary for the Social Security Assistant corresponds to Level 5 of the Pay Matrix.
  • In addition to the core EPFO SSA salary, employees are entitled to a wide array of allowances and benefits. These encompass:
  1. Dearness Allowance (DA)
  2. House Rent Allowance (HRA)Travel Allowance (TA)
  3. Medical Allowance
  4. Children Education Allowance
  5. Special Duty Allowance
  6. Hardship Allowance
  7. City Compensatory Allowance (CCA)
  8. Education Allowance
  9. Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
  10. Conveyance Allowance

EPFO SSA Educational Eligibility in 2023

Below is the eligibility criteria for EPFO SSA 2023:

  • The candidate should have successfully completed the 10+2 examination from a recognized educational board.
  • Furthermore, the candidate is required to hold a bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
  • Proficiency in data entry, with a minimum typing speed of 5000 key depressions per hour, is also a prerequisite.

EPFO SSA Registration Process

The registration process for the EPFO SSA post is as follows:

  1. The candidates have to fill out the online registration form on the official EPFO website . Registration only takes place online.
  2. Click on the "Recruitment" tab and then click on the "EPFO SSA Recruitment" direct link.
  3. Ensure you meet the required SSA eligibility criteria and click on the "Apply Online" link.
  4. Upload the required documents and pay the registration fee.
  5. Once the registration is done, the applicants will receive an online Registration Number. You are required to carefully store it for future reference.

Candidates who have completed the registration process successfully will receive their SSA admit card. The admit card will be made available on the official EPFO website . To be eligible for the skill test and exam, the candidates require the educational qualification of a graduate.

EPFO SSA 2023 Results

The EPFO SSA 2023 Results will be declared in the last week of September 2023. They will be available on the official website of EPFO, here: https://recruitment.nta.nic.in/ 

Be ready with these 3 items to view and download your EPFO SSA 2023 result:

  • Candidate’s name
  • Date of birth of the candidate
  • Registration number

Conclusion

To sum it up, the EPFO SSA is a highly reputed and lucrative government job that offers excellent career growth and benefits. To know more about the EPFO skills test and important dates, make sure to visit the official EPFO website . In case you are looking for help managing your personal finance, Fi Money has you covered! You can open a Federal Bank Savings Account on Fi and then get all the answers to your money questions with Ask Fi, an intelligent personal finance assistant. Ensure to use the app regularly to form better financial habits, reach all your money goals, and even reward yourself for making the right financial decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the job role of an EPFO social security assistant?

The EPFO SSA is an administrative job role. The assistant performs data entry tasks along with maintaining crucial employee provident fund data and making it available for senior officers promptly.

2. What is the in-hand salary of an EPFO SSA?

The current in-hand salary of an EPFO SSA is ₹43,338. It is divided as follows:

Pay Band - ₹5200 - ₹20200

Grade Pay - ₹2800

Pay in Band - ₹29,200

Basic Pay - ₹29,200

D.A. - ₹11,096

T.P.A. - ₹2,484

H.R.A. - ₹2,628

F.M.A. - ₹2,000

Total Payment - ₹47,408

Total Deductions - ₹4,070

Net Salary (in-hand salary) - ₹43,338

3. What is the EPFO SSA Prelims syllabus for 2023?

The EPFO SSA Prelims syllabus for 2023 includes the following:

  • General English (Comprehension and Computer Literacy).
  • General Awareness.
  • EGeneral Aptitude.
  • Quantitive Ability.

4. When will the results be out for EPFO SSA 2023 exams?

Results for the EPFO SSA 2023 examination conducted on August 18, 21, 22, and 23, will be declared in the last week of September.

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