EPF partial withdrawal rules have been simplified under the latest EPFO framework, bringing different withdrawal provisions under three broad categories. These are essential needs, housing needs and special circumstances, making it easier for employees to understand when they can access their provident fund savings. EPF Partial Withdrawal Rules Have Three Categories The Employees’ Provident Fund … Read more
Higher EPFO Pension Rules continue to determine how eligible employees and pensioners can receive enhanced monthly pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme. The higher-pension option followed the Supreme Court’s 2022 ruling, but the application window for eligible members closed in July 2023. Higher EPFO Pension Rules Explained Under the EPS framework, the standard pension calculation … Read more
EPF Advance Withdrawal Rules have been changed to make PF advances easier for employees facing specific financial needs. EPFO has grouped eligible withdrawals into three broad categories covering essential needs, housing needs and special circumstances. Under the updated rules, an employee can withdraw up to 75% of the total EPF balance, including employee and employer … Read more
Employers with long-pending PF-related cases have a limited-time opportunity to settle them at a much lower cost. The Ministry of Labour & Employment has announced that the VISHWAS, 2026 Scheme will remain open until December 28, 2026. The scheme allows eligible employers to settle certain pending disputes by paying a significantly reduced penalty. Penalty Can … Read more
Many employees have PF deducted from their salary every month. But what about those who were eligible for EPF but were never enrolled in the system? There is now a major opportunity for such employees. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched the Employees Enrolment Campaign (EEC) 2026 to bring eligible employees who were … Read more
EPFO members will now have to follow a new process to activate their Universal Account Number (UAN). The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has removed the UAN activation option from its Unified Member Portal after a system update in June. But don’t worry. You can still activate your UAN easily through the UMANG app using … Read more
EPFO pensioners do not need to visit an office every time they want to check their pension payment. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) provides an online facility through which pensioners can check their pension status, payment details and credit information with just a few clicks. How to Check EPFO Pension Status Online Pensioners can … Read more
There is some relief for employees and pensioners waiting for higher pensions under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). A large number of higher pension applications had been pending due to the sudden rise in claims and delays in verifying old contribution records. To clear this backlog, the central government directed EPFO officials to speed … Read more
Changing jobs has become common, but every new job can create a new PF Member ID. While the Universal Account Number (UAN) is designed to keep all your Provident Fund accounts connected, old records are sometimes left unlinked. This can happen because of incorrect employer details, incomplete PF transfers or old records created before UAN … Read more
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched a special Employee Enrolment Campaign (EEC) to bring more workers under the provident fund system. The campaign is aimed at employees who were eligible for EPF but could not be enrolled earlier for various reasons. Employers now have a special opportunity to register such employees and help … Read more
The rules for withdrawing money from your EPF account have changed, giving employees more flexibility to use their savings when they need them. The new rules allow eligible employees to withdraw money for several important needs, including medical treatment, education, marriage, housing expenses and unemployment. The changes were explained in the Lok Sabha by Minister … Read more