UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series with Answers

Q: Choose the closest synonym of 'concise'.

Correct Answer: A. brief. 'concise' means brief.

Q: Doctor : Hospital :: Teacher : ?

Correct Answer: A. School. Doctors commonly work in hospitals; teachers work in schools.

Q: Which of the following is best described as: Public statement of service standards, responsibilities and grievance channels

Correct Answer: C. Citizen Charter. The correct answer is Citizen Charter. Public statement of service standards, responsibilities and grievance channels

Q: Which of the following is best described as: Consolidates laws relating broadly to trade unions, conditions of employment and industrial disputes

Correct Answer: D. Industrial Relations Code, 2020. The correct answer is Industrial Relations Code, 2020. Consolidates laws relating broadly to trade unions, conditions of employment and industrial disputes

Q: Which of the following is best described as: Withdrawal or settlement process available when statutory eligibility conditions are met

Correct Answer: A. Final settlement. The correct answer is Final settlement. Withdrawal or settlement process available when statutory eligibility conditions are met

Q: Which of the following is best described as: Recognition of income and expenses when earned or incurred rather than only when cash moves

Correct Answer: D. Accrual basis. The correct answer is Accrual basis. Recognition of income and expenses when earned or incurred rather than only when cash moves

QID #26768 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Easy

Choose the closest synonym of 'concise'.

Correct Answer: A. brief
'concise' means brief.

Question: Choose the closest synonym of 'concise'.

A. brief

B. lengthy

C. vague

D. careless

Correct Answer: A. briefExplanation: 'concise' means brief.

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QID #26767 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Easy

Doctor : Hospital :: Teacher : ?

Correct Answer: A. School
Doctors commonly work in hospitals; teachers work in schools.

Question: Doctor : Hospital :: Teacher : ?

A. School

B. Court

C. Farm

D. Factory

Correct Answer: A. SchoolExplanation: Doctors commonly work in hospitals; teachers work in schools.

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QID #26766 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which of the following is best described as: Public statement of service standards, responsibilities and grievance channels

Correct Answer: C. Citizen Charter
The correct answer is Citizen Charter. Public statement of service standards, responsibilities and grievance channels

Question: Which of the following is best described as: Public statement of service standards, responsibilities and grievance channels

A. Cooperative federalism

B. Public Accounts Committee

C. Citizen Charter

D. Social audit

Correct Answer: C. Citizen CharterExplanation: The correct answer is Citizen Charter. Public statement of service standards, responsibilities and grievance channels

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QID #26765 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which of the following is best described as: Consolidates laws relating broadly to trade unions, conditions of employment and industrial disputes

Correct Answer: D. Industrial Relations Code, 2020
The correct answer is Industrial Relations Code, 2020. Consolidates laws relating broadly to trade unions, conditions of employment and industrial disputes

Question: Which of the following is best described as: Consolidates laws relating broadly to trade unions, conditions of employment and industrial disputes

A. Employees' compensation

B. Gratuity

C. Unorganized worker

D. Industrial Relations Code, 2020

Correct Answer: D. Industrial Relations Code, 2020Explanation: The correct answer is Industrial Relations Code, 2020. Consolidates laws relating broadly to trade unions, conditions of employment and industrial disputes

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QID #26764 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which statement best explains Payment of wages?

Correct Answer: B. Legal regulation of timely and authorized payment of wages
Payment of wages: Legal regulation of timely and authorized payment of wages

Question: Which statement best explains Payment of wages?

A. Legal and administrative standards governing hours, welfare, safety and conditions at work

B. Legal regulation of timely and authorized payment of wages

C. Person undertaking platform-mediated work as recognized in social-security law

D. Disease caused primarily by exposure to risk factors arising from work activity

Correct Answer: B. Legal regulation of timely and authorized payment of wagesExplanation: Payment of wages: Legal regulation of timely and authorized payment of wages

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QID #26763 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which statement best explains Materiality?

Correct Answer: C. Magnitude or nature of misstatement that could influence decisions of users
Materiality: Magnitude or nature of misstatement that could influence decisions of users

Question: Which statement best explains Materiality?

A. Procedure designed to evaluate operating effectiveness of controls

B. Risk that a material misstatement will not be prevented or detected and corrected by internal control

C. Magnitude or nature of misstatement that could influence decisions of users

D. Risk that audit procedures will not detect a material misstatement

Correct Answer: C. Magnitude or nature of misstatement that could influence decisions of usersExplanation: Materiality: Magnitude or nature of misstatement that could influence decisions of users

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QID #26762 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which statement best explains Audit risk?

Correct Answer: B. Risk that the auditor expresses an inappropriate opinion when financial statements are materially misstated
Audit risk: Risk that the auditor expresses an inappropriate opinion when financial statements are materially misstated

Question: Which statement best explains Audit risk?

A. Examination of documentary evidence supporting transactions

B. Risk that the auditor expresses an inappropriate opinion when financial statements are materially misstated

C. Audit procedures designed to detect material misstatements at the assertion level

D. Process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding objectives such as reliable reporting and compliance

Correct Answer: B. Risk that the auditor expresses an inappropriate opinion when financial statements are materially misstatedExplanation: Audit risk: Risk that the auditor expresses an inappropriate opinion when financial statements are materially misstated

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QID #26761 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which of the following is best described as: Withdrawal or settlement process available when statutory eligibility conditions are met

Correct Answer: A. Final settlement
The correct answer is Final settlement. Withdrawal or settlement process available when statutory eligibility conditions are met

Question: Which of the following is best described as: Withdrawal or settlement process available when statutory eligibility conditions are met

A. Final settlement

B. Social insurance

C. EPF passbook

D. Provident fund contribution

Correct Answer: A. Final settlementExplanation: The correct answer is Final settlement. Withdrawal or settlement process available when statutory eligibility conditions are met

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QID #26760 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which statement best explains Employee State Insurance?

Correct Answer: D. Social insurance system providing specified medical and cash benefits to covered employees
Employee State Insurance: Social insurance system providing specified medical and cash benefits to covered employees

Question: Which statement best explains Employee State Insurance?

A. Benefit payable to eligible dependants after death of a covered person

B. Member declaration identifying person or persons entitled to receive specified benefits on death

C. Periodic contribution credited to an employee's provident-fund account under applicable rules

D. Social insurance system providing specified medical and cash benefits to covered employees

Correct Answer: D. Social insurance system providing specified medical and cash benefits to covered employeesExplanation: Employee State Insurance: Social insurance system providing specified medical and cash benefits to covered employees

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QID #26759 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which of the following is best described as: Recognition of income and expenses when earned or incurred rather than only when cash moves

Correct Answer: D. Accrual basis
The correct answer is Accrual basis. Recognition of income and expenses when earned or incurred rather than only when cash moves

Question: Which of the following is best described as: Recognition of income and expenses when earned or incurred rather than only when cash moves

A. Journal

B. Outstanding expense

C. Provision for doubtful debts

D. Accrual basis

Correct Answer: D. Accrual basisExplanation: The correct answer is Accrual basis. Recognition of income and expenses when earned or incurred rather than only when cash moves

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QID #26758 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which statement best explains Demographic dividend?

Correct Answer: B. Potential economic benefit arising when the working-age share of population is relatively large
Demographic dividend: Potential economic benefit arising when the working-age share of population is relatively large

Question: Which statement best explains Demographic dividend?

A. Movement of people from one place to another with a change in usual residence

B. Potential economic benefit arising when the working-age share of population is relatively large

C. Deaths of infants under one year of age per 1,000 live births

D. Ratio comparing dependants with the working-age population

Correct Answer: B. Potential economic benefit arising when the working-age share of population is relatively largeExplanation: Demographic dividend: Potential economic benefit arising when the working-age share of population is relatively large

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QID #26757 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which of the following is best described as: Delivery of computing resources over a network on demand

Correct Answer: B. Cloud computing
The correct answer is Cloud computing. Delivery of computing resources over a network on demand

Question: Which of the following is best described as: Delivery of computing resources over a network on demand

A. ROM

B. Cloud computing

C. IP address

D. Firewall

Correct Answer: B. Cloud computingExplanation: The correct answer is Cloud computing. Delivery of computing resources over a network on demand

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QID #26756 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which of the following is best described as: Institutional involvement of employees in management-related decision processes

Correct Answer: A. Worker participation in management
The correct answer is Worker participation in management. Institutional involvement of employees in management-related decision processes

Question: Which of the following is best described as: Institutional involvement of employees in management-related decision processes

A. Worker participation in management

B. Retrenchment

C. Arbitration

D. Tripartism

Correct Answer: A. Worker participation in managementExplanation: The correct answer is Worker participation in management. Institutional involvement of employees in management-related decision processes

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QID #26755 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which word best matches the meaning 'examine closely'?

Correct Answer: A. scrutinize
'scrutinize' means examine closely.

Question: Which word best matches the meaning 'examine closely'?

A. scrutinize

B. avoid

C. summarize

D. celebrate

Correct Answer: A. scrutinizeExplanation: 'scrutinize' means examine closely.

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QID #26754 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which statement best explains Collective bargaining?

Correct Answer: C. Negotiation between employers and workers' representatives over terms and conditions of employment
Collective bargaining: Negotiation between employers and workers' representatives over terms and conditions of employment

Question: Which statement best explains Collective bargaining?

A. Bipartite workplace body intended to promote amity and good relations between employer and workers

B. Voluntary framework emphasizing orderly conduct and peaceful settlement in industrial relations

C. Negotiation between employers and workers' representatives over terms and conditions of employment

D. Formal settlement of an industrial dispute by a competent labour court or tribunal

Correct Answer: C. Negotiation between employers and workers' representatives over terms and conditions of employmentExplanation: Collective bargaining: Negotiation between employers and workers' representatives over terms and conditions of employment

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QID #26753 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which of the following is best described as: Contributory protection against specified social and economic risks

Correct Answer: C. Social insurance
The correct answer is Social insurance. Contributory protection against specified social and economic risks

Question: Which of the following is best described as: Contributory protection against specified social and economic risks

A. Employee contribution

B. Pensionable salary

C. Social insurance

D. Pensionable service

Correct Answer: C. Social insuranceExplanation: The correct answer is Social insurance. Contributory protection against specified social and economic risks

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QID #26752 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which of the following is best described as: Government-backed pension scheme aimed particularly at workers in the unorganized sector

Correct Answer: B. Atal Pension Yojana
The correct answer is Atal Pension Yojana. Government-backed pension scheme aimed particularly at workers in the unorganized sector

Question: Which of the following is best described as: Government-backed pension scheme aimed particularly at workers in the unorganized sector

A. Disability benefit

B. Atal Pension Yojana

C. EPF Scheme, 1952

D. KYC

Correct Answer: B. Atal Pension YojanaExplanation: The correct answer is Atal Pension Yojana. Government-backed pension scheme aimed particularly at workers in the unorganized sector

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QID #26751 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which of the following is best described as: Chief of the Naval Staff in 2026

Correct Answer: D. Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi
The correct answer is Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi. Chief of the Naval Staff in 2026

Question: Which of the following is best described as: Chief of the Naval Staff in 2026

A. UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026

B. Snakebite notifiable disease decision, August 2026

C. Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant

D. Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi

Correct Answer: D. Admiral Dinesh K. TripathiExplanation: The correct answer is Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi. Chief of the Naval Staff in 2026

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QID #26750 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which statement best explains Social dialogue?

Correct Answer: D. Negotiation, consultation or exchange of information among governments, employers and workers
Social dialogue: Negotiation, consultation or exchange of information among governments, employers and workers

Question: Which statement best explains Social dialogue?

A. Employer's inability or failure to provide employment for specified reasons while employment relationship continues

B. Voluntary framework emphasizing orderly conduct and peaceful settlement in industrial relations

C. Institutional involvement of employees in management-related decision processes

D. Negotiation, consultation or exchange of information among governments, employers and workers

Correct Answer: D. Negotiation, consultation or exchange of information among governments, employers and workersExplanation: Social dialogue: Negotiation, consultation or exchange of information among governments, employers and workers

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QID #26749 UPSC UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Mock Test Series UPSC EPFO APFC 2026 Full-Length Mock Test 3 Medium

Which statement best explains Consumer Price Index?

Correct Answer: B. Index measuring changes in retail prices of a basket of consumer goods and services
Consumer Price Index: Index measuring changes in retail prices of a basket of consumer goods and services

Question: Which statement best explains Consumer Price Index?

A. Excess of total expenditure over total non-debt receipts of government

B. Index measuring changes in retail prices of a basket of consumer goods and services

C. Sustained decline in the general price level

D. Fiscal deficit minus interest payments

Correct Answer: B. Index measuring changes in retail prices of a basket of consumer goods and servicesExplanation: Consumer Price Index: Index measuring changes in retail prices of a basket of consumer goods and services

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Choose the closest synonym of 'concise'.

Doctor : Hospital :: Teacher : ?

Which of the following is best described as: Public statement of service standards, responsibilities and grievance channels

Which of the following is best described as: Consolidates laws relating broadly to trade unions, conditions of employment and industrial disputes

Which statement best explains Payment of wages?

Which statement best explains Materiality?

Which statement best explains Audit risk?

Which of the following is best described as: Withdrawal or settlement process available when statutory eligibility conditions are met

Which statement best explains Employee State Insurance?

Which of the following is best described as: Recognition of income and expenses when earned or incurred rather than only when cash moves

Which statement best explains Demographic dividend?

Which of the following is best described as: Delivery of computing resources over a network on demand

Which of the following is best described as: Institutional involvement of employees in management-related decision processes

Which word best matches the meaning 'examine closely'?

Which statement best explains Collective bargaining?

Which of the following is best described as: Contributory protection against specified social and economic risks

Which of the following is best described as: Government-backed pension scheme aimed particularly at workers in the unorganized sector

Which of the following is best described as: Chief of the Naval Staff in 2026

Which statement best explains Social dialogue?

Which statement best explains Consumer Price Index?

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