Big Update for Aspirants! PFRDA Grade A Admit Card 2025 Released – Download Now for September 6 Exam at pfrda.org.in

Published on August 29, 2025 – The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has officially released the Grade A Officer (Assistant Manager) Phase I admit cards. Candidates who applied for this competitive exam can now download their hall tickets from the official website pfrda.org.in. The online window to download admit cards will remain open until September 6, 2025, which is also the exam date.

This recruitment drive has become one of the most talked-about opportunities in the financial sector, as PFRDA is hiring for 40 prestigious Officer Grade A posts across multiple streams. With thousands of applicants expected, the release of admit cards marks the beginning of the most crucial stage of preparation.

📅 Key Dates You Must Remember

• Admit card release date: August 28, 2025
• Phase I exam date: September 6, 2025 (Saturday)
• Admit card download last date: September 6, 2025
• Phase II exam date: October 6, 2025
• Interview dates: To be announced later via SMS/email

🏛️ PFRDA Recruitment 2025 – Overview at a Glance

PFRDA is the regulatory body for India’s pension sector, and its Officer Grade A positions are considered highly prestigious. The current recruitment offers vacancies in fields like General, Finance & Accounts, Information Technology, Research, Legal, and Official Language.

• Total vacancies: 40
• Post: Officer Grade A (Assistant Manager)
• Mode of exam: Online, Computer-based
• Selection process: Phase I (Screening) → Phase II (Mains) → Interview

🔑 How to Download Your Admit Card Step by Step

1. Go to pfrda.org.in.
2. Click on the “Careers/Recruitment” tab on the homepage.
3. Select the link for “PFRDA Officer Grade A Phase I Call Letter 2025”.
4. Enter your Registration Number/Roll Number and Password/Date of Birth.
5. Click on Submit to view your admit card.
6. Download the hall ticket and take multiple printouts.

💡 Tip: Always print at least two copies of your admit card. Keep one as a backup in case you misplace the first one.

📑 Details Printed on Your Admit Card

Your hall ticket is the most important document for the exam. It will include:

• Candidate’s Full Name
• Registration and Roll Number
• Exam Centre Name and Code
• Full Exam Address
• Date and Time of Exam
• Shift Details
• Photograph & Signature
• Important exam-day instructions

Candidates must carefully check all details. Any mismatch in name, date of birth, or photograph can create issues during entry.

📘 Exam Pattern for Phase I Screening

The Phase I online test will have two papers:

• Paper I:
  • 100 marks | 60 minutes
  • Subjects: General Awareness, Reasoning, English, and Quantitative Aptitude
• Paper II:
  • 100 marks | 40 minutes
  • Stream-specific questions (IT, Law, Research, Finance, etc.)

👉 There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.
👉 Phase I is only a qualifying exam. Marks will not be counted for the final merit list.

📘 Phase II and Interview

• Candidates who qualify in Phase I will appear for Phase II on October 6, 2025.
• Phase II will also have two papers but with more in-depth, descriptive, and analytical questions.
• Those who clear Phase II will move to the final stage – Interview. The interview carries significant weightage in final selection.

🎒 Documents to Carry on Exam Day

• Admit card (printout) – without it, entry will not be allowed.
• Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License).
• Passport-size photographs – keep 2–3 copies with you.
• Stationery items – as allowed by exam guidelines.

⚠️ Exam-Day Guidelines You Shouldn’t Ignore

• Reach the exam centre at least 30–45 minutes before reporting time.
• Do not carry mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches, or electronic devices.
• Read all instructions printed on the admit card carefully.
• Carry your admit card and ID proof without fail.
• Maintain proper discipline and follow invigilator instructions.

📊 PFRDA 2025 Recruitment: Selection Process Summary

1. Phase I (Preliminary Screening Test) – September 6, 2025
2. Phase II (Mains/Descriptive Test) – October 6, 2025
3. Interview – Date to be announced
4. Final Merit List – Based on Phase II + Interview performance

📝 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

📚 Last-Minute Preparation Tips for Candidates

• Revise important topics in Quantitative Aptitude and Reasoning daily.
• Stay updated with current affairs and financial news for the General Awareness section.
• Practice mock tests to improve time management.
• Go through previous year’s question papers to understand the pattern.
• Get enough sleep before the exam day to stay alert.