The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has issued a new circular that brings major relief to employees’ families. Announced on December 17, the update aims to prevent unfair rejection of death-related claims and clarify how service breaks are calculated when changing jobs. This move is especially important for dependents and legal heirs seeking benefits under … Read more
At the India 2047 Entrepreneurship Conclave, Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya shared important updates on Provident Fund (PF) withdrawals. The government is preparing to link PF accounts with UPI, allowing employees to withdraw their funds directly from ATMs by March. This move is expected to make the withdrawal process simpler and faster. Withdraw Up to … Read more
Imagine logging into your PF passbook and seeing a company you never worked for. An incorrect PF Member ID linked to your Universal Account Number (UAN) can mess up your service history and even block PF transfers or withdrawals. If this happens to you, there’s no need to panic. With the right steps, this error … Read more
The Employee Pension Scheme (EPS) provides retirement benefits to organized sector employees in India. To get a regular pension under EPS, you must: Complete at least 10 years of continuous service Reach the age of 58 years If someone leaves their job before completing 10 years, they can either withdraw the accumulated pension or receive … Read more
If you’re employed, a part of your salary is automatically deposited into your Provident Fund (PF) account. Your employer contributes an equal amount, and the government adds annual interest, helping your savings grow over time. The good news is, you don’t need to wait until retirement to access your PF. You can withdraw money even … Read more
The Central Government has introduced a major initiative to strengthen social security for workers across the country. Under the new Employee Enrollment Scheme (EES), employees who were left out of the EPF earlier can now be enrolled by their employers. This special opportunity is open until April 30, 2026, and EPFO has already started a … Read more
Foreign expatriates working in India will now be covered under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO). In a major ruling, the Delhi High Court clarified that EPFO rules apply equally to both Indian and foreign employees working for any company in India. The court ruled that employers cannot exclude foreign employees just because they are … Read more
Central government employees and pensioners have received major relief after a recent clarification. The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW), under the Ministry of Personnel, has stated that once a pension or family pension is fixed, it cannot be reduced. However, there is one exception — if a clerical error such as a writing … Read more
The Ministry of Labor and Employment has introduced the Employees Enrolment Scheme 2025 to extend social security benefits under the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) to more workers. Along with the scheme, Union Labor and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya also launched the new EPFO website – www.epfo.gov.in The redesigned portal offers a simpler interface, improved … Read more
If you are a salaried employee whose Provident Fund (PF) is deducted every month, this update from the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) is very important for you. The EPFO has made five major changes to the Employee Pension Scheme (EPS) that will directly affect your future pension benefits. Pension Will Now Be Based on … Read more
The Central Board of Trustees (CBT) of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) held a meeting in New Delhi on Monday, chaired by Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. During the meeting, the minister said that the proposal to increase the minimum PF pension is under active consideration at the Cabinet level. Although the issue was … Read more