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Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced a significant policy change, allowing employers to make one-time payments of past dues via demand drafts. This decision comes in response to technical glitches and delays in the Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR) system, which have hindered timely deposit of EPF contributions. The move aims to address employer concerns while […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, has taken a groundbreaking step in enhancing its digital services. By introducing Aadhaar-based Face Authentication Technology (FAT) for Universal Account Number (UAN) generation and activation through the UMANG mobile app, EPFO aims to provide a seamless, contactless, and secure experience for millions of […]
In a major reform to enhance Ease of Living for EPF members and Ease of Doing Business for employers, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced two key changes to streamline claim settlements and bank account seeding. 1. No More Cheque Leaf or Passbook Uploads EPFO has eliminated the requirement to upload a scanned […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced significant reforms to simplify the process of updating personal details and withdrawing funds for EPF members. These changes aim to enhance convenience for EPF members and reduce administrative burdens for employers. The reforms, announced by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, have been widely welcomed as a step […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced two significant reforms aimed at simplifying the claim settlement process and enhancing ease of living for its members and ease of doing business for employers. These changes, effective from April 1, 2025, reflect EPFO’s commitment to leveraging technology and streamlining operations to provide a seamless experience for its […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), one of the largest social security organizations globally, has expanded its banking network by empanelling 15 additional banks for the collection of EPFO contributions. This move takes the total number of empanelled banks to 32, significantly enhancing accessibility for employers and members. The expansion aligns with EPFO’s mission to simplify […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced several transformative changes to its claim settlement process, effective from April 1, 2025. These reforms aim to enhance efficiency, reduce paperwork, and improve the overall experience for its 7.5 crore members. With a focus on digitization and automation, EPFO is setting new benchmarks in service delivery, ensuring faster […]
To enhance the ease of living for its 7.5 crore members, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to increase the auto-settlement limit for provident fund (PF) withdrawals from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh. This decision, approved during the 113th Executive Committee meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) held in Srinagar, Jammu […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) convened its 113th Executive Committee (EC) meeting of Central Board of Trustees (CBT) on March 29, 2025, in Srinagar. Chaired by Sumita Dawra, Secretary of the Ministry of Labour and Employment, the meeting brought together senior officials, representatives of employers and employees, and EPFO leadership to discuss key initiatives aimed […]
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has addressed concerns regarding recent amendments to pension rules, clarifying that there will be no changes to the existing pension benefits for central government and defense pensioners. While addressing the Rajya Sabha, Nirmala clarified that the amendments are simply a validation of existing rules. She assured that these changes do not […]
Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is set to revolutionize the way its members access their provident fund (PF) accounts. By the end of May 2025, EPFO will introduce a Unified Payments Interface (UPI)-based system and ATM withdrawals, enabling members to access their funds more conveniently and efficiently. This initiative, approved by the Ministry of Labour […]
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced several measures to enhance the efficiency and ease of claim settlements. These steps focus on automation, digitalization, and process simplification to improve user experience. Auto-Mode Processing of Claims EPFO has increased the limit for auto-mode claim processing to ₹1 lakh, covering advances for housing, education, and marriage […]
