14 Sep UPSC EPFO APFC 2025 Mock Test

UPSC EPFO APFC 2025 Mock Test – Free Practice Questions

Welcome to this specially curated Free Mock Test for UPSC EPFO APFC 2025. These 25 MCQs cover important topics like General Studies, Labour Laws, Industrial Relations, Indian Economy, and Social Security. Practice these questions and evaluate your readiness for the upcoming EPFO APFC examination.

---

Mock Test Instructions

• Total Questions: 25
• Type: Objective (Multiple Choice)
• Marking: +2 for correct, -0.33 for incorrect
• Recommended Time: 30 minutes

Best IFOS coaching 

Best agriculture optional coaching 

Best economics services coaching 

best mentorship programme for 2026

EPFO syllabus

UPSC EPFO Test series

 

---

Section A – General Studies

1. 1. Which Article of the Constitution of India deals with the Uniform Civil Code?
      A. Article 44
      B. Article 15
      C. Article 45
      D. Article 46

 

1. 1. The ‘Basic Structure’ doctrine was first propounded in which landmark case?
      A. Golaknath vs State of Punjab
      B. Kesavananda Bharati Case
      C. Minerva Mills Case
      D. Indira Sawhney Case

 

1. 1. Which of the following is not a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A?
      A. To protect the sovereignty of India
      B. To uphold and protect the Constitution
      C. To vote in elections
      D. To safeguard public property

 

1. 1. Who is the custodian of the Indian Constitution?
      A. Prime Minister
      B. President
      C. Parliament
      D. Supreme Court

 

1. Which of the following is a Directive Principle of State Policy?
   A. Right to Education
   B. Equal Pay for Equal Work
   C. Freedom of Speech
   D. Right to Privacy

---

Section B – Labour Laws & Social Security

6. 6. The Employees’ Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act was enacted in:
      A. 1948
      B. 1952
      C. 1950
      D. 1962

 

6. 6. Which of the following is a social security law in India?
      A. Minimum Wages Act
      B. Contract Labour Act
      C. Maternity Benefit Act
      D. Factories Act

 

6. 6. What is the employee contribution percentage in EPF scheme?
      A. 12%
      B. 10%
      C. 8%
      D. 14%

 

6. 6. The Payment of Gratuity Act, 1972 applies to:
      A. Employees with at least 5 years of continuous service
      B. All government employees
      C. Workers under daily wages
      D. All employees regardless of tenure

 

6. Which of these is not covered under the Code on Wages, 2019?
   A. Bonus
   B. Minimum Wages
   C. Payment of Wages
   D. Gratuity

---

Section C – Indian Economy & Development

11. 11. Which institution releases the Consumer Price Index in India?
        A. RBI
        B. SEBI
        C. Ministry of Finance
        D. National Statistical Office

 

11. 11. Which is the nodal agency for implementation of MGNREGA?
        A. Ministry of Rural Development
        B. Ministry of Labour
        C. NITI Aayog
        D. State Finance Commission

 

11. 11. Which tax is levied under the concept of ‘destination-based taxation’?
        A. Income Tax
        B. GST
        C. Customs Duty
        D. Excise Duty

 

11. 11. Which of the following is a direct tax?
        A. Excise Duty
        B. Customs Duty
        C. Corporate Tax
        D. Service Tax

 

11. The FRBM Act was enacted to:
    A. Regulate banking reforms
    B. Provide for monetary policy
    C. Ensure fiscal discipline
    D. Promote exports

---

Section D – Current Affairs & Industrial Relations

16. 16. Which country recently signed a labour mobility partnership with India in 2025?
        A. UAE
        B. Germany
        C. Japan
        D. UK

 

16. 16. Which is the apex tripartite body on labour policies in India?
        A. NITI Aayog
        B. National Labour Commission
        C. Indian Labour Conference
        D. Labour Ministry Board

 

16. 16. The ILO is headquartered in:
        A. New York
        B. Paris
        C. Geneva
        D. Berlin

 

16. 16. Which Indian city hosted the G-20 Labour Ministers’ meeting in 2023?
        A. Delhi
        B. Varanasi
        C. Ahmedabad
        D. Hyderabad

 

16. Which Act was subsumed under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020?
    A. Minimum Wages Act
    B. Payment of Wages Act
    C. Industrial Disputes Act
    D. Employees Compensation Act

---

How to Use This Mock Test

– Attempt all 25 questions in one sitting.
– Use an OMR sheet or online timer if possible.
– Mark your answers and calculate your score using the marking scheme.
– A score above 40 is considered a good starting point for EPFO APFC preparation.

Want Full-Length Tests and Expert Evaluation?

Join PlutusIAS EPFO APFC Test Series 2025 with 10 Full-Length Mock Tests + 5 Subject-Wise Tests + Personalized Mentorship.

UPSC_EPFO_APFC_2025_Mock_Test