EPFO Rule Changes Explained: The Centre has revamped EPF rules, promising faster claim settlements within three days for withdrawals and 20 days for pension and insurance. Penalties for delays and a largely paperless system are introduced. Employees can now withdraw 75% of their PF balance upon job loss and access funds for illness, education, and marriage with reduced service requirements. Full withdrawals are also permitted earlier, offering greater financial flexibility.

EPFO services, including online claim submissions and passbook downloads, will be unavailable until July 1, 2026, due to a system migration. Members can check their EPF balance…

EPFO has prolonged the suspension of its online services until July 1, with digital facilities set to resume operations from midnight on July 2.

India's provident fund system has undergone a significant overhaul with the introduction of the Employees' Provident Fund Scheme, 2026, replacing the 1952 version. This…

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has temporarily suspended several online services to carry out a planned database consolidation and software upgrade aimed at…

For millions of salaried employees in India, the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) remains one of the most important financial safety nets. It helps build retirement savings,…

New social security schemes under the Code on Social Security are now in effect, prioritizing digital compliance and faster claim settlements for provident fund, pension, and…