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Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is preparing to launch a major digital upgrade, allowing instant Provident Fund (PF) withdrawals via Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and ATMs starting June 2025. This initiative, part of the EPFO 3.0 platform, aims to streamline fund access, eliminating the lengthy claim approval process that currently delays withdrawals by several days […]
Central Government has introduced a major amendment to the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 2021, significantly impacting employees of Public Sector Undertakings (PSU). Under the Central Civil Services (Pension) Amendment Rules, 2025, PSU employees dismissed or removed due to misconduct will lose their retirement benefits. This includes the forfeiture of pensions, significantly impacting affected employees. […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has issued a clarification stating that overlapping service periods should not be grounds for rejecting PF transfer claims. The directive, released in a circular dated May 20, 2025, aims to streamline the transfer process and prevent unnecessary delays for employees switching jobs. Previously, many regional EPFO offices rejected transfer claims […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) recorded a net addition of 14.58 lakh members in March 2025, reflecting a 1.15% year-on-year increase compared to March 2024. The latest payroll data, released by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, highlights rising employment opportunities, increased awareness of employee benefits, and EPFO’s successful outreach programs. Additionally, 7.54 lakh new […]
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is preparing to speed up the processing of applications for higher pensions, with revised payouts likely to begin by the end of 2025. This move follows the Supreme Court’s November 2022 verdict allowing eligible employees to opt for higher pensions based on their full salary rather than the pensionable […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched simplified mobile services that allow subscribers to check their Provident Fund (PF) balance without needing an app or login credentials. The initiative aims to enhance accessibility, particularly for individuals in rural and semi-urban areas with limited internet access. With this new system, EPFO members can retrieve their PF […]
According to ET report, Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is gearing up to fast-track the processing of higher pension applications, raising hopes that eligible pensioners could start receiving revised pension payouts by the end of 2025. The move comes in response to the Supreme Court November 2022 ruling, which allowed employees to opt for a […]
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has rolled out a new initiative titled “PRAYAAS” – Prioritizing Pensioners – to streamline the pension disbursement process for its members. The programme is designed to ensure that retiring members of the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) receive their Pension Payment Orders (PPOs) on the day of their retirement itself. […]
The central government is reportedly considering an increase in the minimum pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) from the current ₹1,000 to ₹3,000 per month. This move, which has been long overdue, aims to provide better financial security to pensioners in the organized sector. The government could implement the revised pension amount in the […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced a revamped Form 13 functionality, simplifying the process of transferring provident fund (PF) accounts when employees change jobs. This initiative, effective from January 2025, aims to streamline fund transfers for members. It is expected to benefit over 1.25 crore individuals annually by enhancing service delivery. The move aligns […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has released its provisional payroll data for February 2025, showcasing a net addition of 16.10 lakh members. This marks a year-on-year growth of 3.99% compared to February 2024, reflecting increased employment opportunities and heightened awareness of employee benefits. The data highlights significant trends in new enrollments, rejoining members, and female […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is gearing up for a major digital overhaul with the launch of EPFO Version 3.0, expected by May or June 2025. Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has announced the launch of an upgraded platform. It will feature ATM-based withdrawals, auto-claim settlements, and other simplified services. The initiative aims […]
