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Retiring at 50, 58 or 60: How much EPS pension do you lose by retiring early?

EPS pension calculator: Employees’ Pension Scheme members can retire early from age fifty. Deferred retirement allows for increased pension amounts after age fifty-eight. An employee with twenty-five years of service and a pensionable salary of twenty-five thousand rupees receives a pension. Early retirement at age fifty reduces the monthly pension…

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Are you eligible for Rs 12,500 pension under EPS scheme after the wage ceiling hike? Know what your new pension will be

The Employees' Provident Fund wage ceiling has increased to Rs 25,000. This change will enable employees to receive higher retirement benefits and monthly pensions. Pension calculations now consider a higher pensionable salary and increased service years. Employees must contribute for five years at the new ceiling for maximum benefit. Eligibility…

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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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67% rise in EPS pension for these employees as wage ceiling hike to Rs 25,000 gets cabinet’s approval

The central government has raised the provident fund wage ceiling to Rs 25,000 monthly, which will enhance social security coverage for many organised sector employees. Those earning this amount in basic pay and dearness allowance will now be included in the Employee Provident Fund and Employee Pension Scheme. This adjustment…

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X-Men ‘97 EPs Have Advice For The MCU’s Reboot (And I Hope The Creative Team Is Listening)

Let's hope they're taking notes.

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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…

The Economic Times

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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Higher EPS pension: Will existing pensioners get a higher pension due to the increase in the minimum EPF wage ceiling from ₹15k to ₹25k?

A potential EPF wage ceiling increase to ₹25,000 is generating significant employee interest. Read on to know if existing pensioners will receive higher monthly pension amounts.

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67% higher EPS pension? How Rs 25,000 EPF wage ceiling could increase your monthly payout

EPF wage ceiling: The Employees Provident Fund wage ceiling may increase to Rs 25,000. This change will bring more employees under the EPF and EPS schemes. Employees' in-hand salaries might decrease while their retirement corpus grows. The Employees Pension Scheme pension will likely increase significantly for eligible members. This revision…

The Economic Times

Pensioners' body calls for nationwide protest on August 5, demands Rs 7,500 minimum monthly pension

The EPS95 National Agitation Committee has called for a nationwide protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar on August 5, demanding that the minimum monthly pension under the Employees' Pension Scheme be raised from ₹1,000 to ₹7,500, along with dearness allowance, free medical benefits and implementation of higher pension benefits as per…

The Economic Times

EPS pension: These pensioners will automatically get their pension benefits under EPS 2026, minister clarifies in Parliament

The government has notified the EPS pension 2026 scheme, superseding older plans. Existing pension fund benefits are protected under the new scheme. A special drive is underway to dispose of pending labor cases expeditiously. The new scheme maintains the pension calculation formula and contribution rates. Membership eligibility is defined for…

The Economic Times

Rs 9,330 crore lying in the inoperative EPF accounts; is your account also one of them; here's how to claim fund

As much as Rs 9,330.56 crore lies in inoperative Employees Provident Fund accounts. This unclaimed amount is as of March 31, 2026, according to government data. The Employees Provident Fund Organisation is conducting outreach initiatives to inform members. Inoperative accounts are those with no contributions for three years after retirement.…

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EPS minimum pension hike: Is government increasing minimum EPS pension to Rs 7,500? Ministry responds

Employee unions demand a higher minimum Employees Pension Scheme pension. The government has not announced any increase to the current Rs 1,000. The Employees Pension Scheme 2026 has now replaced the previous EPS 1995. This new scheme introduces faster pension claim settlements and higher interest. Pension calculation formulas under the…

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EPS Scheme 2026: Higher pension, 20-day claim settlement, new withdrawal rules; top changes explained

The Employees' Pension Scheme, 2026, introduces significant changes for EPF members. Withdrawal benefits now require a 36-month waiting period after exit. Existing members will seamlessly continue their coverage under the new scheme.

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EPFO update: 10 key changes new centralised system brings to EPF, EPS subscribers

EPFO has centralized its member database for faster and smoother service delivery. Annual interest for FY 2025-2026 will be credited by July 15, 2026. Advance withdrawal auto-settlement limits have been raised to Rs 5 lakh. Automatic PF account transfers will occur upon job changes without separate forms. EPFO services are…

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EPS pension: Check how much monthly pension you can get after 10–25 years of service under EPS 2026

The Employees' Pension Scheme 2026 has been introduced, replacing older pension plans. This new scheme maintains the existing pension calculation formula for subscribers. Pensionable salary is determined by the average of the last sixty months' earnings. Employees receive a minimum monthly pension of one thousand rupees. Service years are enhanced…

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EPS 2026 brings new rules, but has the Rs 1,000 minimum pension changed?

The government has introduced the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS), 2026, replacing older schemes. The calculation formula for pensions also stays the same, based on pensionable salary and service.

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EPS 2026 replaces EPS-71, EPS-95: What has changed in new EPFO pension scheme and what remains the same

A new Employees' Pension Scheme, 2026, has replaced earlier pension schemes, effective June 29, 2026. While core benefits like the pension formula and contributions remain, key changes include faster pension claim settlements within 20 days and a 12% interest penalty for EPFO delays.

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I'm Relieved Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender EPs Wouldn't Cut 2 Storylines After Season 2 Got Shortened

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7 must-know things about EPS-95 pension: Eligibility, pension formula, family benefits and more

The Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995, offers vital retirement benefits for organized sector workers. Managed by the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation, it provides monthly pensions, family pensions, and disablement pensions.

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EPS pension alert: Can't submit your Life Certificate? Here's the process EPFO wants you to follow

EPS-95 pensioners unable to submit their annual life certificate can now avail doorstep assistance from the postal department. A simple call to 033-22029000 will arrange for a postal worker to visit and submit the certificate free of charge, ensuring uninterrupted pension payments.

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Discussions underway between EPS-led faction leaders amid reunion speculations

Key AIADMK leaders are meeting at Edappadi K Palaniswami's Chennai residence. Discussions are underway for a potential reunion of the party's factions. This follows recent meetings and expressions of support from MLAs. The party has also shared a message on social media emphasizing unity. The move comes amid a deepening…

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EPS-95 Higher Pension: Employees contributing to EPF on actual wages cannot be denied higher EPS 95 pension if they were EPS members on September 1, 2014, rules HC

The Karnataka High Court has ruled in favour of exempt trust employees. Those who retired after September 1, 2014, and contributed Provident Fund on actual wages can now claim a higher EPS 95 pension. The court quashed the EPFO's rejection orders. This decision allows eligible employees to exercise joint options…

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