UPSC APFC (UPSC Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner) — Free Online Mock Test
UPSC APFC · Recruitment exam similar to EPFO but more competitive. 100 Q in 2h. +1/-1/3. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Elite
India
Government & Civil Service
100 questions
120 min
50 distinct variants
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UPSC APFC exam at a glance
UPSC APFC section breakdown
The UPSC APFC mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. No inter-section breaks — the timer runs continuously.
UPSC APFC scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: UPSC APFC penalises wrong answers (-0.33 per mistake). Skip a question if you cannot eliminate at least 2 options — guessing blindly hurts your scaled score more than blanking.
Scale: UPSC APFC (out of 100).
How UPSC APFC is conducted
Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
UPSC APFC time strategy
With 100 questions in 120 minutes, you have about 72 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
UPSC APFC topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of UPSC APFC, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
APFC (100 Q)
- Banking & Economy · 25
- Indian Polity · 15
- Current Affairs 2023-2025 · 15
- Indian History · 10
- Reasoning — Classification (odd one out) · 3
- Algebra — Quadratics · 1
- Algebra — Systems · 1
- Algebra — Exponents · 1
Sample UPSC APFC questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge UPSC APFC bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
APFC (100 Q) · Banking & Economy
Q1. Repo rate is the rate at which:
Why: Correct answer: D — The RBI lends short-term funds to commercial banks against securities. Topic: Banking & Economy.
APFC (100 Q) · Banking & Economy
Q2. Reverse repo rate is the rate at which:
Why: Correct answer: A — The RBI borrows from commercial banks. Topic: Banking & Economy.
APFC (100 Q) · Banking & Economy
Q3. The Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate is generally:
Why: Correct answer: B — Above the repo rate (typically by 25 basis points). Topic: Banking & Economy.
APFC (100 Q) · Banking & Economy
Q4. The State Bank of India was constituted on 1 July 1955 by nationalising:
Why: Correct answer: C — The Imperial Bank of India. Topic: Banking & Economy.
APFC (100 Q) · Banking & Economy
Q5. 14 major commercial banks were nationalised in India in:
Why: Correct answer: D — 1969 (under PM Indira Gandhi). Topic: Banking & Economy.
APFC (100 Q) · Banking & Economy
Q6. A second round of bank nationalisation, covering 6 more banks, took place in:
Why: Correct answer: A — 1980. Topic: Banking & Economy.
These are a handful of the 5000 unique UPSC APFC questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
UPSC APFC difficulty calibration
Elite tier. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months.
UPSC APFC · Recruitment exam similar to EPFO but more competitive. 100 Q in 2h. +1/-1/3. · Official language: English & Hindi.
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's UPSC APFC bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for UPSC APFC
Real test-day interface
Our dense-grid skin mirrors the actual UPSC APFC testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
5000 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
Free to start
No credit card. Sign up, pick a variant, and your first UPSC APFC mock starts in under a minute.
UPSC APFC study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
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Phase 1 — Learn the syllabus
Weeks 1–4
- Work through every section — APFC (100 Q) — from your core study material
- Make short notes and a formula/fact sheet you can revise quickly
- Attempt topic questions right after finishing each area
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Phase 2 — Practice & sectionals
Weeks 5–8
- Solve previous-year and practice questions section by section
- Time yourself on APFC (100 Q) and your weakest areas
- Keep an error log and revisit every mistake weekly
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Phase 3 — Full-length mocks
Weeks 9–12
- Take full-length UPSC APFC mocks in the real test interface
- Analyse accuracy, time per question and silly mistakes after each mock
- Revise from notes and re-attempt only weak-topic questions
Where UPSC APFC can take you
A strong UPSC APFC result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
Permanent government posts
Clearing the exam leads to secure, pensionable roles across central and state departments.
Public-sector units (PSUs)
Qualifies you for recruitment into PSUs and public agencies with strong pay scales and benefits.
Administrative career growth
A clear promotion ladder from entry grade to senior administrative and supervisory positions.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the UPSC APFC exam pattern?
- UPSC Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner contains 100 questions across 1 section: APFC (100 Q). Total duration is 120 minutes (about 72 seconds per question).
- Does UPSC APFC have negative marking?
- Yes — UPSC APFC carries negative marking of -0.33 per wrong answer and 1 per correct answer. Skipping is safer than guessing blindly.
- How is UPSC APFC scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. UPSC APFC (out of 100).
- How can I practise UPSC APFC online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length UPSC APFC mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of UPSC APFC?
- UPSC APFC is rated Elite difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Elite-tier: among the toughest exams in its category. Most successful candidates prepare for 6-12+ months. UPSC APFC · Recruitment exam similar to EPFO but more competitive. 100 Q in 2h. +1/-1/3. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- How long is the UPSC APFC exam?
- UPSC APFC runs for 120 minutes total. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including no inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in UPSC APFC?
- UPSC APFC is split into: APFC (100 Q). Each section is timed and weighted separately. UPSC APFC · Recruitment exam similar to EPFO but more competitive. 100 Q in 2h. +1/-1/3. · Official language: English & Hindi.
- What tools or aids are allowed during UPSC APFC?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the UPSC APFC test adaptive?
- No — UPSC APFC is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many UPSC APFC mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct UPSC APFC variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 5000 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free UPSC APFC test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge UPSC APFC test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are UPSC APFC previous year question–style papers included?
- Every UPSC APFC mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 100-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free UPSC APFC mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's UPSC APFC mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and negative marking, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the UPSC APFC mock test on mobile?
- Yes. UPSC APFC mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the UPSC APFC syllabus?
- The UPSC APFC syllabus maps to its 1 section: APFC (100 Q). Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for UPSC APFC?
- Eligibility for UPSC APFC — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic UPSC APFC practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the UPSC APFC exam and how should I prepare?
- Official UPSC APFC exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free UPSC APFC mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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