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EPS pension hike: Can EPFO increase minimum monthly pension from Rs 1,000 at its proposed November 19 meeting?

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation may discuss increasing the minimum monthly pension under the Employees' Pension Scheme. A proposal to raise the pension from Rs 1,000 is anticipated during the next Central Board of Trustees meeting.

The Economic Times · 16h ago

EPS-95 higher pension: Pensioners’ body appeals to President as retirees struggle to get higher pension

The National Confederation of Pensioners’ Associations has requested intervention from President Droupadi Murmu regarding higher EPS pension issues. They demand the withdrawal of a problematic EPFO circular that affects eligibility for pensions based on internal trust rules. In addition, they seek to halt unnecessary litigation and ensure uniform treatment for…

The Economic Times · Oct 26

EPS-95: Private sector employees win higher pension case in Bombay High Court despite PF Trust wage ceiling limit cap; know why

EPS-95: Private sector employees wins case for higher pension as Bombay HC rules higher pension can be given even if PF trust rules capped the contributions at statutory wage ceiling limit

The Economic Times · Oct 23

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No additional EPS contribution by government on higher wage ceiling of Rs 25,000; know what it means for your pension

EPS pension: In a recent notification, the central government confirmed that the Employees' Pension Scheme contribution will remain at the current cap of Rs 15,000, despite announcing a new wage ceiling of Rs 25,000. This choice reflects findings from earlier actuarial evaluations pointing to a potential funding shortfall. Additionally, the…

The Economic Times · Oct 23

EPS pensioner alert! How EPS pensioners can submit their Jeevan Pramaan sitting at home

EPS pensioners can now submit their Digital Life Certificate effortlessly from home. Thanks to the India Post Payments Bank, a convenient doorstep service is available to assist them.

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Salary up to Rs 25,000: EPFO reveals how you can enrol for EPF, EPS and ELDI schemes

The government recently raised the wage ceiling for the Employees' Provident Fund to Rs 25,000, allowing a broader range of workers to access the EPF, EPS, and EDLI schemes. This increase means that employees earning up to the new limit can secure essential social security benefits.

The Economic Times · Oct 19

EPFO’s financial literacy course can help eligible first-time employees get up to Rs 15,000: Check eligibility criteria for PM-VBRY incentive

The Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana supports first-time employees enrolled with EPFO through financial aid of up to Rs 15,000. Disbursed in two instalments, the first payment occurs after six months of steady employment, while the second is contingent on completing a financial literacy course.

The Economic Times · Oct 17

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EPFO WhatsApp channel: Can you access EPF, EPS and EDLI services? How to join

EPFO has introduced a new WhatsApp channel to keep subscribers informed about its schemes and services, attracting around two lakh users so far. The channel provides insights into the Employees’ Provident Fund, Employees’ Pension Scheme, and Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance.

The Economic Times · Oct 16

NPS investment in startups: AINPSEF writes to PM Modi seeking probe and asks for dissolution of NPS Trust

Manjeet Singh Patel has alleged serious financial irregularities concerning the National Pension System Trust. He has requested a high-level audit by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India. Patel asserts that many employees' NPS investments have turned negative due to poor market performance. He demands the implementation of a guaranteed…

The Economic Times · Oct 14

EPFO extends ECR deadline to October 31, 2026: Employers to get 16 more days to file employees’ EPF, EPS and EDLI data

The EPFO has extended the September 2026 ECR filing deadline for employers from October 15 to October 31, following the increase in the PF wage ceiling from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000. Employers must calculate contributions using the applicable wage ceilings. Meanwhile, eligible establishments can apply under the EPFO Amnesty…

The Economic Times · Oct 14

Formalisation of jobs continued during second wave: Economic Survey

Data from the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) suggested that not only had formalisation of jobs continued through the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the adverse impact on form

The Hindu · Jan 31, 2022

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