Tax-free allowances rise, so do employer costs: The salary structuring dilemma under the Social Security CodeEnhanced tax-free allowances under the Income-Tax Rules, 2026 can improve employees’ take-home pay. However, the expanded definition of “wa...
06 May, 2026, 07.33 AM IST
Wrong EPF joining or exit date? This small error can cost you big; Here’s how to fix it fastSmall errors in EPF joining or exit dates can cause major financial problems. These mistakes can delay fund withdrawals and even impact you...
30 Apr, 2026, 10.19 AM IST
India Inc salary restructuring: How new labour codes and income tax rules will impact take-home pay and retirement savingsSalaried employees face uncertainty as new labor codes and tax rules loom. Companies are preparing for changes, but widespread implementati...
20 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Think your NPS saving is enough for retirement? Watch out for this common mistake that could derail your financial plansMany investors overlook their National Pension System, assuming retirement plans are on track. However, a 'set and forget' approach can lea...
08 Apr, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
EPFO 3.0: Government reveals status of centralised pension system, auto claim settlement and EPF account transfer claimsThe government has provided an update on EPFO 3.0 reforms. Key developments include faster claim settlements and an expanded subscriber bas...
17 Mar, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
When will EPF interest be credited to your provident fund account as EPFO keeps rate unchanged at 8.25%?EPFO has announced an 8.25% interest rate for the financial year 2025-26. This rate remains unchanged from the previous year. Employees' Pr...
06 Mar, 2026, 03.15 PM IST
Has government changed EPF interest rate for FY 2025-26?The Employees Provident Fund Organisation's Central Board of Trustees has kept the EPF interest rate at 8.25% for the Financial Year 2025-2...
03 Mar, 2026, 02.36 PM IST
The big retirement reset: How EPF and NPS rules were rewrittenRetirement planning saw major changes in 2025. Policymakers reformed EPF and NPS, making them more flexible and digital. NPS now allows eas...
29 Dec, 2025, 11.38 AM IST
EPF withdrawals via ATM, instant UPI as EPFO 3.0 likely to roll out in June 2025The EPFO is set to revolutionize PF withdrawals by June 2025, enabling instant access via UPI and ATMs, pending NPCI approval. This initiat...
30 May, 2025, 08.00 AM IST
EPF changes in 2025: New form to transfer EPF account, instant UAN activation, other announcements made by EPFO that you need to knowEPFO has recently announced several important updates aimed at making Provident Fund (PF) operations more efficient, transparent, and user-...
20 May, 2025, 04.15 PM IST
New EPFO rules for death benefit: 3 changes announced under the EPF's EDLI scheme; check detailsThe EPFO's Central Board of Trustees announces changes to the Employees' Deposit Linked Scheme to enhance benefits for families of EPF memb...
08 Mar, 2025, 12.15 PM IST
EPF interest rate 8.25% for 2024-25: What’s actual interest amount you will get in your EPF account now? Here’s how to calculate itEPF interest rate 8.25%: The Labour Ministry has retained the 8.25% interest rate for the current financial year 2024-25. Once the interest...
28 Feb, 2025, 05.45 PM IST
Relief for EPF members: No documents required in new simplified process by EPFO to update these profile related detailsEPF Members can update details such as name, date of birth, gender, nationality, father or mother's name, marital status, spouse's name, jo...
22 Jan, 2025, 06.00 PM IST
5 major EPF changes in 2025: Easy PF transfer, joint declaration process, CPPS, pension for higher wages and more5 major EPF changes in 2025: The Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has introduced key service updates. Here are the details of ...
20 Jan, 2025, 01.39 PM IST
Seed your bank account with UAN to get easy PF withdrawal, seamless transfer: EPFOLinking your bank account to your UAN ensures that your monthly EPF contributions are seamlessly transferred directly into your account, pr...
14 Jan, 2025, 04.40 PM IST
PF rules change in 2025: Key EPFO rule changes to expect in 2025EPFO rule changes 2025: The Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) is set to undergo several significant changes in 2025, impacting ...
28 Dec, 2024, 02.06 PM IST
EPF members can do KYC, correction in provident fund account online: Here is a step-by-step guide to do itCorrection in EPF details online: It may happen that an employee details such as name, gender, date of birth, father/mother's name etc. in ...
22 Mar, 2024, 10.54 AM IST