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Updated on: Apr 2026

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EPF Wage Ceiling Hike PF Limit Likely to Jump to ,

Apr 29, 2026

EPFO Sets New Deadline for UPI-Integrated Claims System

Employees Provident Fund Organisation EPFO has rescheduled the highly anticipated rollout of its ...

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Apr 20, 2026

How the Proposed Wage Hike Impacts the EPFO Net

The Government of Indias plan to implement a mandatory national floor minimum wage has sparked conc...

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Apr 16, 2026

EPFO Member ID Not Showing? Easy Steps to Fix the Issue

For millions of formal sector employees in India, the Employee Provident Fund Organization EPFO po...

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Apr 11, 2026

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EPFO 3.0: Withdraw Your PF Balance via UPI and ATM Instantly

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has officially transitioned into its “3.0 era,” marking a historic shift from bureaucratic delays to instant financial liquidity. In a move designed to modernize the retirement fund for over 6 crore subscribers, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has integrated the Universal Account Number (UAN) with India’s digital payment infrastructure. […]

Apr 7, 2026

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Telangana Pensioners and Employees Reject Further PRC Delays

The long-standing standoff between the Telangana state government and its 4.5 lakh employees has reached a critical juncture. Following the government’s recent decision to extend the Pay Revision Commission (PRC) tenure by another six months—pushing the deadline to September 30, 2026—employee unions have declared that further delays will “no longer be tolerated.” The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of […]

Apr 7, 2026

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Huge Relief for PF Members: How to Get Higher Pension Without Employer Proof

In a landmark ruling that provides significant relief to thousands of pensioners, the Supreme Court of India has affirmed that the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) cannot deny “Higher Pension” benefits simply because an employer failed to maintain or provide decades-old salary records. The judgment emphasizes that a worker’s statutory right to a pension based […]

Mar 30, 2026

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EPFO 3.0: How to Withdraw Your PF via UPI and ATM Starting April 1

In a landmark shift toward “banking-style” convenience, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to launch its highly anticipated EPFO 3.0 upgrade on April 1, 2026. The centerpiece of this overhaul is a new dedicated mobile application that will allow nearly eight crore subscribers to withdraw their provident fund (PF) savings instantly via UPI and physical ATM cards. Instant […]

Mar 28, 2026

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EPFO is Automatically Sending Unclaimed PF Money to Your Bank

In a major relief for millions of salaried employees, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched a strategic initiative to reunite subscribers with over ₹10,181 crore lying in inoperative accounts. The central focus of this campaign is a new “auto-settlement” facility designed to credit unclaimed balances directly into Aadhaar-linked bank accounts without requiring a […]

Mar 25, 2026

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South Indian Bank Becomes Authorized Partner for EPFO Collection

South Indian Bank (SIB) has announced a strategic partnership with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) to facilitate the efficient collection of provident fund dues. By integrating its digital banking infrastructure with the EPFO portal, the private sector lender aims to simplify the statutory compliance process for thousands of employers across the country. EPFO Enhancing […]

Mar 14, 2026

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EPFO Holds 8.25% Interest Rate for Second Consecutive Year

Central Board of Trustees (CBT) of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has officially recommended an interest rate of 8.25% on EPF deposits for the financial year 2025-26. This decision, taken during the 239th board meeting on March 2, 2026, marks the second consecutive year the rate has remained unchanged, providing a sense of stability […]

Mar 2, 2026

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EPFO to Automatically Refund Dormant Accounts Under ₹1,000

In a significant move to clear the massive backlog of unclaimed funds, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has approved a pilot EPFO project for the automatic refund of dormant Provident Fund (PF) accounts. Announced on February 23, 2026, the initiative aims to return money to millions of subscribers without requiring any formal application or tedious […]

Feb 24, 2026

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Full Salary Pension Restored: Check if You Meet the EPFO Eligibility Criteria

In a significant move toward resolving years of retirement payout ambiguity, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has restored the option for employees to link their pension contributions to their actual full salary. However, a recent clarification issued in February 2026 confirms that this “higher pension” benefit is far from universal, applying only to a […]

Feb 23, 2026