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Higher EPS pension: Ruling party MP urges PM Modi to ensure uniform, time-bound implementation

BJP Rajya Sabha MP Ajeet Madhavrao Gopchade has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to intervene in pending higher EPS pension issues. He highlighted procedural hurdles under Para 26(6), continuing litigation, pending Parliamentary Assurance No. 271/72, financial sustainability concerns and differing pension treatment among trust employees. He sought uniform implementation, faster…

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EPF wage ceiling: SC says plea needs no further hearing as Cabinet raises limit to Rs 25,000

A plea concerning the Employees Provident Fund wage ceiling was dismissed by the Supreme Court. The Cabinet's recent decision to raise this ceiling to Rs 25,000 monthly is set to bolster savings and pension safeguards for an additional workforce. This change is projected to positively impact over fifty lakh employees,…

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Retiring soon? How much higher EPS pension will you get after the wage ceiling hike

The Employees Provident Fund wage ceiling has risen to Rs 25,000. This change will affect Employees Pension Scheme members' monthly pension amounts. Employees with longer service periods will see greater pension increases. Pension calculations depend on average salary and years of pensionable service. The new ceiling allows more employees to…

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EPF wage ceiling hike: Lesser take home salary for these employees; know how you will be impacted

In a significant update, the EPFO wage ceiling limit has been modified to Rs 25,000 monthly. This modification will add fifty-one lakh workers to the social security umbrella. With this change, both employee and employer contributions will go up from Rs 1800 to Rs 3000, potentially cutting monthly take-home pay…

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EPFO wage ceiling hike may cover up to 1 crore more workers: Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya

The EPFO wage ceiling has been increased to Rs 25,000 per month. This change is expected to bring between fifty lakh and one crore new beneficiaries. Mandatory social security coverage will now extend to more employees. Employers and employees will see adjusted contribution amounts for this salary bracket. The revised…

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EPF wage ceiling hiked to Rs 25,000: How much employees gain and what it costs the government

In a significant move, the government has lifted the provident fund wage ceiling to Rs 25,000 monthly, bringing over 51 lakh new employees into the fold of social security. This adjustment is projected to cost the Centre Rs 11,339 crore annually. As a result, more individuals will benefit from mandatory…

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EPFO WhatsApp: 5 PF Details You Can Check With ‘Hello

Getting an update on your PF balance or claim is generally a process that involves logging into a particular website, or accessing a proper EPFO portal and then using your login credentials. Now, in order to make things more convenient for EPFO members, a new way of accessing updates has…

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EPFO launches WhatsApp channel for PF updates: How to join official channel and what information you can get

The Employees Provident Fund Organisation has introduced a dedicated WhatsApp channel for its members. This innovative service delivers crucial updates and pertinent information straight to users' devices. Members can explore educational resources on different EPF topics via this channel.

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EPFO told to pay 6% interest on Rs 14 lakh PF claim after 35-day delay: What consumer commission said

The Mumbai consumer commission ruled against the EPFO, citing service deficiency linked to inadequate communication regarding a joint declaration application. Consequently, the commission mandated EPFO to pay six percent interest on the delayed EPF claim, which was filed by the complainant back in October 2016. EPFO has been instructed to…

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EPF advance rules: You can withdraw EPF money for these 5 reasons; check limits

Members of the Employees Provident Fund Organisation can access their savings in times of need, such as emergencies and personal circumstances. Illness-related withdrawals have no limits, while education expenses allow for up to ten claims. For marriage and housing, members may withdraw funds up to five times each during their…

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How to get Rs 3 lakh/month from my Rs 2 crore EPF corpus?

ET Wealth Reader's Query: I retired at 53 and have Rs 2 crore in my EPF account. I understand that I can continue to earn interest on the balance for up to three years even without fresh contributions. What are the tax rules for this? My monthly expenses are Rs…

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EPFO: Check EPF balance; download passbook, activate UAN & more; 5 EPF services available on Umang app

The EPFO has now made it possible for users to generate and activate their UAN directly via the UMANG app. This innovative approach incorporates Aadhaar-based facial recognition, streamlining access to essential EPFO services. After activating their UAN, employees can easily check their EPF balance and download passbooks.

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How to Do EPF Withdrawal Online: 5 Steps That Stop Your EPFO Claim From Being Rejected

Step 1: Activate and verify your UAN before anything elseYour Universal Account Number is the single point of failure most people ignore. EPFO's online withdrawal system will not process a claim if the UAN is not activated on the member portal, or if the mobile number linked to it belongs…

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Will you get EPF interest till 58 years of age if you leave job at 40? EPFO explains

Even if you've left your job, your EPF interest keeps accumulating until you turn 58. However, if you don’t contribute for three years, your account will be inactive. It’s usually a smart move to transfer your EPF balance to your new employer. Additionally, the VISHWAS, 2026 scheme provides businesses with…

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Employee showed Rs 9.6 lakh EPF interest in ITR by mistake, got income tax notice: He fought and got full relief in ITAT Mumbai

Income Tax Dept sent tax notice for Rs 9.6 lakh EPF interest which employee never received but erroneously shown in ITR as received; he fights and wins case in ITAT Mumbai. This judgement was delivered by Challa Nagendra Prasad, the Judicial Member, and Makarand Vasant Mahadeokar, the Accountant Member of…

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EPFO services you can still avail on its portal: Tracking application status, filing death claim, UAN allotment and more

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has revamped its services for members, allowing UAN activation solely through the UMANG app, utilizing advanced face authentication. While members can track pension applications and file death claims via the EPFO portal, UAN allotment and retrieval services continue to be accessible on the EPFO website.

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EPF scheme launches EEC 2026: If you missed EPF enrolment, find out whether you can enrol before the October 31 deadline

Salaried employees who want to opt for EPF scheme but could not due to issue with employer can now do so by October 31, 2026 if these conditions are satisfied. Read the article to know more.

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EPFO credits August pensions early to 4,40,901 pensioners in Keralam Zone amidst Onam celebrations

The Employees' Pension Fund Organisation credited August pensions early for 4,40,901 pensioners. This advance disbursement occurred on August 26, 2026, before the Onam festival. The Employees' Pension Scheme 1995 is usually paid at the month's end. This early release enabled families to celebrate the festival without financial concerns. EPFO aims…

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EPFO rules for NRIs’ EPF withdrawal: Do NRIs need to wait till 58 years of age to withdraw their employees’ provident fund retirement corpus?

Non-resident Indians have the opportunity to access their Employees Provident Fund (EPF) corpus upon their departure from India. Those who are relocating permanently abroad can initiate a complete withdrawal after fulfilling necessary formalities. Notably, NRIs aren’t required to reach the age of fifty-eight for this withdrawal.

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RailTel Corporation shares rally 5% after bagging Rs 166.8 crore EPFO order

RailTel shares gained nearly 5% after the company received a Rs 166.80 crore work order from EPFO for a one-year extension of its Infrastructure-as-a-Service engagement. While the order strengthens revenue and order-book visibility, technical indicators remain weak, with the stock trading below all 8 monitored SMAs and its RSI at…

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21.55 lakh inoperative EPF accounts have average balance of around Rs 40,000: Check if your EPF money is also stuck; here's what you can do

EPFO member alert: Over the past four years, inoperative Employees Provident Fund accounts have surged by eighty-four percent, with inactive balances witnessing a dramatic increase of one hundred sixteen percent. Furthermore, the average amount in these dormant accounts rose by sixteen percent. This trend indicates that many members are neglecting…

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EPFO withdrawal rules: Minister reveals how much EPF amount can subscribers withdraw during medical emergency, unemployment, house repair

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has made it easier for members to access their savings by modifying withdrawal regulations. Now, individuals can withdraw up to seventy-five percent of their accumulated balance twice a year. In cases of unemployment, members can access seventy-five percent of their provident fund immediately.

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Higher EPS pension: What is government doing on pending application for higher EPS pension; here's what union minister said

EPS 95 latest news: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has received over fifteen lakh applications for higher EPS pensions. As of August 5th, 2026, there remain eleven thousand five hundred ninety-five applications still pending. In response to a Supreme Court ruling granting access to higher pension options, the government…

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EPS pension hike: Will minimum pension rise from Rs 1,000 to Rs 7,500?

Minimum EPS pension: Pensioners are advocating for a boost in the minimum EPS pension. The government reassured them that existing pensions are backed by appropriate budget allocations. A considerable number of pensioners benefit from the EPS scheme, and recent Supreme Court rulings have enabled many employees to qualify for increased…

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Higher EPS-95 pension: Government clarifies rule for employees of exempted, unexempted establishments

EPS higher pension: The government has acknowledged the Madras High Court's decision on higher pension benefits. Supreme Court orders regarding higher pension contributions have also been examined. An online facility was provided for EPS subscribers opting for higher pension. This higher pension judgment has been implemented uniformly for all establishments.…

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