Cabinet raises EPFO wage ceiling to Rs 25,000 from Rs 15,000The government has increased the provident fund wage ceiling to Rs 25,000 monthly. This significant move aims to expand social security cov...
16 Sep, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
Will this EPF insurance limit rise to Rs 10.50 lakh after EPF wage ceiling hike to Rs 25,000?The government has approved raising the EPF wage ceiling to Rs 25,000. This change will significantly increase the Employees’ Deposit Linke...
16 Sep, 2026, 06.27 PM IST
EPFO launches WhatsApp channel for PF updates: How to join official channel and what information you can getThe Employees Provident Fund Organisation has introduced a dedicated WhatsApp channel for its members. This innovative service delivers cru...
14 Sep, 2026, 02.32 PM IST
100% equity NPS schemes have attracted younger investors, says Sriram Iyer, MD & CEO, HDFC Pension FundThe multiple-scheme framework introduced last year, the lower mandatory annuitisation requirement, and the growing focus on non-government ...
14 Sep, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
₹79 lakh more at retirement? How a small monthly VPF contribution can boost your retirement corpusVoluntary Provident Fund offers a stable retirement savings avenue for salaried employees. Additional VPF contributions can significantly g...
04 Sep, 2026, 01.19 PM IST
EPF vs NPS: Rs 10,000/monthly investment in each; where you may get a higher retirement corpus?The National Pension System (NPS) and the Employee Provident Fund (EPF) both serve unique purposes for retirement planning. The ultimate fi...
03 Sep, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
EPF calculator: Basic pay Rs 50,000? In how many years can you build Rs 2.23 crore retirement corpus?The Employees Provident Fund serves as a robust mechanism for building long-term savings through consistent contributions and the magic of ...
27 Aug, 2026, 04.54 PM IST
EPF vs stock market: EPFO reveals 6 reasons why EPF offers greater retirement securityThe Employees Provident Fund (EPF) presents a government-backed savings scheme, ensuring consistent interest rates with mandatory contribut...
22 Aug, 2026, 10.21 AM IST
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 r...
06 Aug, 2026, 07.54 AM IST
67% higher EPS pension? How Rs 25,000 EPF wage ceiling could increase your monthly payoutEPF wage ceiling: The Employees Provident Fund wage ceiling may increase to Rs 25,000. This change will bring more employees under the EPF ...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
New EPF wage ceiling of Rs 25,000? Who will benefit and what it means for EPF subscribers; here’s what the report saysThe Expenditure Department has granted approval to increase the EPF wage ceiling to Rs 25,000, aiming to expand mandatory provident fund an...
04 Aug, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
Eligible for 75% EPF balance withdrawal and planning to do so? Think again and find out how much it will cost you to rebuild itNew EPF withdrawal rules offer greater flexibility for salaried employees. Experts caution against withdrawing retirement savings premature...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.18 AM IST
EPF vs mutual funds: Which is better for retirement? EPFO compares returns, tax, pension benefits and riskThe Employees Provident Fund offers retirement security and employer contributions. Mutual funds are voluntary investments with market-link...
27 Jul, 2026, 02.58 PM IST
Rs 1,800 EPF vs 12% of basic pay: Choosing Rs 1,800 monthly contribution can increase your in-hand salary, but is it worth?Employees face a choice between higher immediate income and a larger retirement fund. Reducing EPF contributions increases take-home pay bu...
16 Jul, 2026, 03.50 PM IST
EPFO Amnesty 2026 Scheme for PF trusts: Eligibility, benefits, application process and key rulesThe Employees' Provident Fund Organisation introduced a six-month Amnesty Scheme in 2026. This initiative allows employers to regularize th...
13 Jul, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
New EPF Scheme, 2026: What existing and new PF subscribers should knowIndia's Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) is undergoing a significant modernization with the EPF Scheme, 2026. Existing subscribers will see ...
07 Jul, 2026, 11.44 AM IST
EPF vs VPF under new EPF Scheme 2026: Here's how employee and employer contributions will workEPFO: The EPF 2026 Scheme largely retains existing EPF contribution rules, with both employees and employers continuing to contribute 12% o...
07 Jul, 2026, 11.15 AM IST