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Updated on: Aug 2025

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. Million EPS- Retirees Receive Less Than , Monthly

Aug 25, 2025

EPFO Registers . Lakh Net Formal Job Additions in June

Employees Provident Fund Organisation EPFO has recorded its highest-ever net addition of formal j...

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Aug 23, 2025

EPFO Announces Major Welfare Update for Central Board Staff

Employees Provident Fund Organisation EPFO has announced a significant increase in the ex-gratia ...

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Aug 21, 2025

Employment-Linked Scheme Offers , to First-Time Workers

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Aug 16, 2025

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EPFO Shortlists TCS, Infosys, and Wipro for EPFO 3.0

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is gearing up for a major digital transformation with the launch of its new platform, EPFO 3.0. To spearhead this project, three of India’s largest IT companies—Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Infosys, and Wipro—have been shortlisted to participate in the next stage of the selection process. The announcement was confirmed […]

Aug 16, 2025

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UMANG App Now Required for Accessing EPFO Services

Starting August 1, 2025, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has made it mandatory for members to activate their Universal Account Number (UAN) through the UMANG mobile app, using Aadhaar-based face authentication. This move marks a significant shift toward a fully digital and self-service model for accessing EPFO services, eliminating the need for employer intervention […]

Aug 4, 2025

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EPFO Rejects 11 Lakh Higher Pension Claims

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has completed the processing of 15.24 lakh applications for higher pension entitlements, following a landmark Supreme Court ruling dated November 4, 2022. As of July 16, 2025, the EPFO has processed 98.5% of these claims, but the outcome has sparked widespread concern: over 11 lakh applications were rejected, while just […]

Aug 2, 2025

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Women’s Formal Employment Rises to 41.7% in 2023–24

India has recorded a significant rise in women’s employment in the formal workforce, with the Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for women aged 15 and above reaching 41.7% in 2023–24, up from 23.3% in 2019–20. This 18.4 percentage point increase marks a pivotal moment in the country’s employment landscape, reflecting the impact of sustained policy […]

Aug 1, 2025

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Minimum Pension Under EPS-95 Raised to ₹7,500?

Government of India has received formal representations from trade unions, pensioners’ associations, and public representatives requesting an increase in the minimum monthly pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS), 1995. The current minimum pension stands at ₹1,000 per month, a figure that has remained unchanged since its introduction in September 2014. While no official decision […]

Jul 25, 2025

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ELI Scheme Targets 3.5 Crore Jobs with EPF-Linked Incentives

Union Cabinet has approved the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme with a budgetary outlay of ₹99,446 crore. The scheme, announced in the Union Budget 2024–25, is designed to incentivize both first-time employees and employers creating sustained new jobs across sectors, with a special focus on manufacturing. ELI Scheme Overview and Registration Timeline The ELI Scheme […]

Jul 22, 2025

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EPFO Achieves Net Member Addition of 20.06 Lakh in May 2025

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has reported its highest-ever monthly net member addition of 20.06 lakh in May 2025. This figure includes 9.42 lakh new subscribers, reflecting a surge in workforce formalization and heightened awareness of social security benefits. The data, released by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, underscores the impact of targeted outreach […]

Jul 22, 2025

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NPS vs UPS: Which Pension Scheme Suits Your Retirement?

As the September 30 deadline approaches, central government employees face a pivotal decision: whether to remain in the New Pension System (NPS) or opt for the newly introduced Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). The choice carries long-term implications for retirement security, income stability, and financial planning. With both schemes now offering comparable tax benefits, the decision […]

Jul 21, 2025

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Labour Ministry Notifies Relaxed EDLI Criteria for Family Benefits

Ministry of Labour and Employment has formally notified relaxed eligibility criteria for Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) scheme under Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The Central Board of Trustees approved these changes in February 2025, and they were officially notified on July 18. They aim to strengthen financial protection for families of deceased employees, especially […]

Jul 19, 2025

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EPFO May Allow Full PF Withdrawal After 10 Years of Service

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is reportedly considering a proposal to allow full or partial withdrawal of Provident Fund (PF) balances after 10 years of service. If implemented, this would mark a significant departure from the current rules, which restrict full withdrawal to retirement at age 58 or prolonged unemployment. EPFO Current Rules vs Proposed […]

Jul 18, 2025

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EPFO Approves ₹7,500 Pension: Major Relief for 78 Lakh Retirees

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has officially approved a sevenfold increase in the minimum monthly pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS-95)—from ₹1,000 to ₹7,500. The hike, effective April 2025, will benefit over 78 lakh pensioners across India, offering substantial financial relief amid rising inflation and cost-of-living pressures. EPFO: Why the Pension Hike Was Needed […]

Jul 17, 2025

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Buy Your First Home Faster: New PF Rules Slash Waiting Period

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has revised its PF withdrawal norms under the EPF Scheme, 1952, offering significant relief to first-time homebuyers. The newly introduced Para 68-BD allows EPFO members to withdraw up to 90% of their PF corpus for housing-related expenses—including down payments, EMIs, and construction costs—after just three years of account opening, down […]

Jul 15, 2025