EPFO overhauls PF trust rules: Risk-based audits, 2% interest cap on exempted establishmentsNew rules are set for companies managing their own provident fund trusts. Mandatory annual audits are replaced by a risk-based system. Inte...
07 May, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
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
EPFO may raise minimum pension under EPS-95; settles 83.1 million claims in 2025-26Labour and employment minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Wednesday, said that the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) settled 6.103 mill...
29 Apr, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
Here’s how to fix errors in EPS records now to avoid PF claim rejection, pension lossIf you spot discrepancies in your EPS contributions, take immediate corrective measures or face rejection in EPF withdrawal or transfer cla...
27 Apr, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
Higher EPS Pension: EPFO can’t use the excuse of employer’s deficient system of recordkeeping as a ground to deny higher pension to employees, rules Bombay HCBombay High Court ruled in favour of six employees seeking higher pensions. The court stated the Employee Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO...
23 Apr, 2026, 04.39 PM 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
Noida workers' unrest: Action against 203 contractors labour law violationsNoida authorities are taking strong action against contractors. Licenses of 203 contractors are being cancelled. Firms are being blackliste...
17 Apr, 2026, 09.20 PM IST
GPF interest rate for government employees: Has Finance Ministry changed GPF interest rate for April-June 2026 quarter?The Ministry of Finance has announced the General Provident Fund (GPF) interest rate for the April-June 2026 quarter will remain at 7.1%. T...
10 Apr, 2026, 11.25 AM IST
Laid off or lost your job? Use 75% EPF amount while rest 25% compounds @8.25% - Check EPFO withdrawal rules in case of unemploymentWhile members are entitled to take out up to 100% of their eligible EPF balance, including both employee and employer contributions, there ...
08 Apr, 2026, 10.28 AM IST
Will EPF interest rate rise to 10%? Central government clarifies stance on rate hike and feasibilityThe government has stated it has not received formal requests from labour unions to raise the Employees Provident Fund interest rate to 10%...
02 Apr, 2026, 11.55 AM IST
SC nudges centre to revisit EPF wage cap of ₹15,000, directed to take decision on the matter in 4 monthsThe Supreme Court has directed the government and the Employees Provident Fund Organisation to examine the ₹15,000 basic salary ceiling for...
05 Jan, 2026, 11.18 PM IST
Why your take-home salary won't change much under new labour codes, clarifies labour ministryNew labour codes will not reduce take-home pay for employees whose Provident Fund deduction is on the statutory wage ceiling of Rs 15,000.,...
11 Dec, 2025, 04.34 PM IST
These EPF members have started receiving interest payments for FY 2023-24; check EPFO’s statement, 4 ways to check EPF balanceEPF interest payment for FY2023-24: The Government of India has authorized and informed that interest rate for EPF members for the Financia...
12 Jul, 2024, 10.34 AM IST
Formal employment additions drop in AugustNew enrolments to the government's social security schemes in India declined in August, indicating slower growth in formal employment. The ...
26 Oct, 2023, 12.50 AM IST
New enrollments to the formal job market decline in August; women lose outNew enrollments to the government's social security schemes in India declined in August, indicating slower growth in formal jobs. Enrollmen...
25 Oct, 2023, 04.20 PM IST
Govt considering further hike in EPF interest rate: MinisterA proposal to revise the interest rate of Employees Provident Fund (EPF) by .25 per cent is under the consideration of the government.
19 Feb, 2014, 06.59 PM IST
- Industries with 10 or more employees to be under EPF
Govt today approved the proposal of bringing industries with ten or more employees under the ambit of Employee's Provident Fund against the...
05 Jul, 2008, 05.44 PM IST