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Updated on: Jan 2025

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EPFO Sets New Deadlines for Higher Pension Cases Processing

Jan 21, 2025

EPFO Introduces Member-Friendly PF Transfer Reforms

Employees Provident Fund Organisation EPFO has introduced significant reforms to simplify t...

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Jan 20, 2025

EPFO Introduces Member-Friendly PF Transfer Reforms

EPFO Rolls Out New Centralized Pension Payments System-CPPS

In a major step to improve pension services, the Employees Provident Fund Organization EPFO succe...

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Jan 4, 2025

EPFO Adds . Lakh Net Members, Youth Dominates

EPFO has reported a significant increase in its membership numbers for October , with a net addi...

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Dec 26, 2024

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EPFO PF Withdrawal Process with E-Wallets and ATM Access

Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) is set to revolutionize provident fund (PF) withdrawal process by introducing e-wallet access and ATM withdrawals. This employee-friendly initiative aims to make withdrawals faster and more convenient for millions of employees across India. EPFO PF Withdrawal: Current Process and Challenges Currently, employees have to rely on EPFO portal to receive […]

Dec 21, 2024

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EPS-95 Higher Pension Update: Less Than 1% Cases Settled So Far

Supreme Court Ruling and EPFO’s Higher Pension Rollout The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has issued approximately 16,282 pension payment orders under EPS-95 Higher Pension following the Supreme Court’s November 2022 ruling. The judgment upheld amendments to the EPS, allowing members who were part of the scheme as of September 1, 2014, to contribute 8.33% […]

Dec 3, 2024

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EPFO Launches 3.0: Flexibility in Provident Fund Contributions

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to introduce EPFO 3.0, a new initiative that will allow employees to increase their provident fund contributions. This move aims to enhance the retirement savings of employees and provide them with greater financial security in their post-working years. EPFO 3.0: Enhancing Retirement Savings With the introduction of […]

Dec 2, 2024

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Labour Ministry Directs EPFO to Prepare for ELI Scheme Launch

The Labour Ministry has directed the Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) to enhance its IT infrastructure and capacity in preparation for the launch of the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme. This initiative is part of a broader government effort to boost employment, as announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the Union Budget. ELI Scheme: […]

Nov 28, 2024

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EPFO to Implement Aadhaar-based OTP for UAN Activation

Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a directive to Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to ensure the activation of Universal Account Numbers (UAN) for employees using Aadhaar-based One-Time Password (OTP). This initiative is part of the government’s broader push for 100% Aadhaar-based biometric authentication and aims to streamline access to EPFO services. EPFO UAN […]

Nov 22, 2024

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EPFO Reports 9.33% Growth in Net Members for September 2024

EPFO has announced a significant increase in its membership numbers for September 2024, with a net addition of 18.81 lakh members. This marks a notable 9.33% year-on-year growth compared to the same month last year. EPFO: New Membership, Growth and Rejoining Members In September 2024, EPFO enrolled around 9.47 lakh new members, representing a 6.22% […]

Nov 21, 2024

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EPFO Updates: Key Changes and Their Impact on Subscribers

EPFO has recently introduced several significant updates aimed at improving the ease of access and benefits for its subscribers. These changes are part of the government’s ongoing efforts to modernize the retirement fund system and enhance the overall experience for employees. New EPF Account Rules In May 2024, EPFO announced four major changes to the […]

Nov 12, 2024

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EPS New Pension System Pilot Run a Success: Union Minister

Union Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, announced the successful completion of the pilot run of the new Centralized Pension Payments System (CPPS) under the Employees’ Pension Scheme 1995 (EPS). The pilot run, which took place on October 29-30, 2024, saw the disbursement of over Rs 11 crore […]

Nov 9, 2024

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EPFO: Early Pension Disbursement for Diwali

In light of the Diwali 2024 celebrations, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) announced an advance disbursement of October pensions under the Employee’s Pension Scheme (EPS). The pensioners have received their pensions on October 29, 2024, instead of the usual end-of-month date. This advance accommodates the holiday schedule, ensuring that pensioners can access their funds […]

Oct 30, 2024

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EPFO: Nearly 97,000 members to get EPS-95 Higher Pension

EPFO: Nearly 97,640 Provident Fund members and pensioners across India are expected to benefit from pensions on higher wages (PoWH) under the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995. This initiative follows a Supreme Court judgment from November 2022, allowing eligible individuals to receive pensions based on their higher wages. Of these beneficiaries, 8,401 individuals have already been […]

Oct 23, 2024

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EPFO Tightens Digital Signature Rules; Details Inside

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) recently released updated guidelines related to Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) and E-Sign requests submitted by employers. These guidelines aim to enhance security, streamline authentication processes, and ensure compliance. EPFO Digital Signature Certificates: Details The use of DSC was already mandated by previous circulars from the Central PF Commissioner. These […]

Oct 22, 2024

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EPFO Sees 18.53 Lakh Net Member Surge in August 2024

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has reported a significant net addition of 18.53 lakh members in August 2024, marking a 9.07% year-on-year increase compared to the same month in 2023. This growth reflects the rising employment opportunities and heightened awareness of employee benefits, bolstered by EPFO’s effective outreach initiatives. Surge in New EPFO Memberships […]

Oct 22, 2024