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Updated on: May 2026
EPFO Links Universal Account Numbers with ATM Cards and UPI
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EPFO Links Universal Account Numbers with ATM Cards and UPI

May 28, 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
How the Proposed Wage Hike Impacts the EPFO Net

EPFO . How to Withdraw Your PF via UPI and ATM Starting April

In a landmark shift toward banking-style convenience, the Employees Provident F...

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Mar 28, 2026
EPFO . How to Withdraw Your PF via UPI and ATM Starting April

EPFO is Automatically Sending Unclaimed PF Money to Your Bank

In a major relief for millions of salaried employees, the Employees Provident Fund Organisation EP...

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Mar 25, 2026
EPFO is Automatically Sending Unclaimed PF Money to Your Bank
South Indian Bank Becomes Authorized Partner for EPFO Collection
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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
EPFO Holds 8.25% Interest Rate for Second Consecutive Year
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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
Full Salary Pension Restored: Check if You Meet the EPFO Eligibility Criteria
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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
EPFO App Update: Auto-Settlement Up to ₹5 Lakh and UPI Access Explained
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EPFO App Update: Auto-Settlement Up to ₹5 Lakh and UPI Access Explained

In a major digital push, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to launch a new mobile application by April 2026. This dedicated platform will allow its 80 million subscribers to withdraw their provident fund (PF) savings instantly. They will use the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for these transactions. The move aims to bring […]

Feb 19, 2026
EPFO May Ease Interest Rates Amid Market Volatility
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EPFO May Ease Interest Rates Amid Market Volatility

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is considering a slight downward revision of the interest rate on retirement savings for the 2025–26 fiscal year. Sources close to the development suggest the rate may be pegged between 8% and 8.2%, a marginal dip from the 8.25% credited during the previous fiscal. EPFO Balancing Act: Payouts vs. Surplus The […]

Feb 4, 2026
Tech Mahindra to Appeal Massive EPFO Penalty
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Tech Mahindra to Appeal Massive EPFO Penalty

In a significant escalation of a decade-long dispute, the Pune office of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has directed Tech Mahindra Limited to remit a staggering ₹1,287.44 crore. The order, issued under Section 7A of the EPF Act, 1952, follows allegations of large-scale defaults in provident fund contributions, specifically concerning employees on overseas deputation. This […]

Dec 31, 2025
EPFO Offices to be Reimagined as “Single-Window” Service Hubs
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EPFO Offices to be Reimagined as “Single-Window” Service Hubs

In a move aimed at ending the bureaucratic hurdles faced by millions of salaried employees, Union Minister for Labour and Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, has announced a massive structural revamp of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).  Addressing the inauguration of the newly constructed ‘Bhavishya Nidhi Bhawan’ in Vatva, Gujarat, on December 26, 2025, the […]

Dec 27, 2025
EPFO Gives Employers 6 Months to Fix PF Defaults for Just ₹100
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EPFO Gives Employers 6 Months to Fix PF Defaults for Just ₹100

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has officially launched the Employees’ Enrolment Campaign 2025 (EEC-2025). This special initiative provides employers with a one-time, six-month compliance window to voluntarily enroll employees who were left out of provident fund coverage in previous years. The campaign, which became operational on November 1, 2025, is scheduled to remain open until April 30, 2026. […]

Dec 19, 2025
EPFO-ESIC Launch Voluntary Enrolment Scheme
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EPFO-ESIC Launch Voluntary Enrolment Scheme

The Ministry of Labour & Employment has unveiled a significant six-month initiative, the Employees’ Enrolment Scheme, 2025 (EES 2025), aimed at aggressively expanding the coverage of organized social security across India. Launched jointly by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) and the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), the scheme offers a critical, simplified window for employers […]

Nov 29, 2025