EPFO: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Jun 2026
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EPFO Links Universal Account Numbers with ATM Cards and UPI
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EPFO Links Universal Account Numbers with ATM Cards and UPI

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is preparing for a massive digital overhaul with the upcoming rollout of “EPFO 3.0”. This revamped framework will transition the retirement corpus system into a core-banking-style model,enabling over seven crore subscribers across India to access instant provident fund (PF) withdrawals directly via UPI and ATM networks. Union Labour Minister Mansukh […]

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EPF Wage Ceiling Hike 2026: PF Limit Likely to Jump to ₹21,000
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EPF Wage Ceiling Hike 2026: PF Limit Likely to Jump to ₹21,000

The Union Government is reportedly revisiting the proposal to raise the mandatory wage ceiling for the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF). Sources indicate that the current limit of ₹15,000 has remained unchanged since 2014. This figure could be increased to ₹21,000 or even ₹25,000 per month. This reform is expected to bring millions of additional formal sector […]

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EPFO Sets New Deadline for UPI-Integrated Claims System
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EPFO Sets New Deadline for UPI-Integrated Claims System

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has rescheduled the highly anticipated rollout of its Unified Payments Interface (UPI)-linked withdrawal system to the end of May. Originally slated for an earlier release, the digital initiative is undergoing rigorous final-stage testing to ensure the security of high-value transactions and to prevent potential system failures during peak traffic. EPFO […]

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How the Proposed Wage Hike Impacts the EPFO Net
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How the Proposed Wage Hike Impacts the EPFO Net

The Government of India’s plan to implement a mandatory national floor minimum wage has sparked concerns regarding its unintended impact on EPFO social security coverage. While the move aims to improve the living standards of the unorganized workforce, experts warn it could inadvertently push a significant portion of low-income earners out of the Employees’ Provident […]

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EPFO Member ID Not Showing? 5 Easy Steps to Fix the Issue
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EPFO Member ID Not Showing? 5 Easy Steps to Fix the Issue

For millions of formal sector employees in India, the Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) portal is the primary gateway to managing retirement savings. However, many users often encounter a frustrating hurdle: their Member ID is not visible on the Unified Portal. This issue can delay withdrawals, transfers, and passbook access, but it is typically rooted […]

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EPFO 3.0: Withdraw Your PF Balance via UPI and ATM Instantly
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EPFO 3.0: Withdraw Your PF Balance via UPI and ATM Instantly

Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has officially transitioned into its “3.0 era,” marking a historic shift from bureaucratic delays to instant financial liquidity. In a move designed to modernize the retirement fund for over 6 crore subscribers, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has integrated the Universal Account Number (UAN) with India’s digital payment infrastructure. […]

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Telangana Pensioners and Employees Reject Further PRC Delays
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Telangana Pensioners and Employees Reject Further PRC Delays

The long-standing standoff between the Telangana state government and its 4.5 lakh employees has reached a critical juncture. Following the government’s recent decision to extend the Pay Revision Commission (PRC) tenure by another six months—pushing the deadline to September 30, 2026—employee unions have declared that further delays will “no longer be tolerated.” The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of […]

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Huge Relief for PF Members: How to Get Higher Pension Without Employer Proof
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Huge Relief for PF Members: How to Get Higher Pension Without Employer Proof

In a landmark ruling that provides significant relief to thousands of pensioners, the Supreme Court of India has affirmed that the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) cannot deny “Higher Pension” benefits simply because an employer failed to maintain or provide decades-old salary records. The judgment emphasizes that a worker’s statutory right to a pension based […]

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EPFO 3.0: How to Withdraw Your PF via UPI and ATM Starting April 1
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EPFO 3.0: How to Withdraw Your PF via UPI and ATM Starting April 1

In a landmark shift toward “banking-style” convenience, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to launch its highly anticipated EPFO 3.0 upgrade on April 1, 2026. The centerpiece of this overhaul is a new dedicated mobile application that will allow nearly eight crore subscribers to withdraw their provident fund (PF) savings instantly via UPI and physical ATM cards. Instant […]

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EPFO is Automatically Sending Unclaimed PF Money to Your Bank
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EPFO is Automatically Sending Unclaimed PF Money to Your Bank

In a major relief for millions of salaried employees, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched a strategic initiative to reunite subscribers with over ₹10,181 crore lying in inoperative accounts. The central focus of this campaign is a new “auto-settlement” facility designed to credit unclaimed balances directly into Aadhaar-linked bank accounts without requiring a […]

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South Indian Bank Becomes Authorized Partner for EPFO Collection
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South Indian Bank Becomes Authorized Partner for EPFO Collection

South Indian Bank (SIB) has announced a strategic partnership with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) to facilitate the efficient collection of provident fund dues. By integrating its digital banking infrastructure with the EPFO portal, the private sector lender aims to simplify the statutory compliance process for thousands of employers across the country. EPFO Enhancing […]

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EPFO Holds 8.25% Interest Rate for Second Consecutive Year
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EPFO Holds 8.25% Interest Rate for Second Consecutive Year

Central Board of Trustees (CBT) of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has officially recommended an interest rate of 8.25% on EPF deposits for the financial year 2025-26. This decision, taken during the 239th board meeting on March 2, 2026, marks the second consecutive year the rate has remained unchanged, providing a sense of stability […]

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