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How to get Rs 3 lakh/month from my Rs 2 crore EPF corpus?

ET Wealth Reader's Query: I retired at 53 and have Rs 2 crore in my EPF account. I understand that I can continue to earn interest on the balance for up to three years even without fresh contributions. What are the tax rules for this? My monthly expenses are Rs…

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EPFO: Check EPF balance; download passbook, activate UAN & more; 5 EPF services available on Umang app

The EPFO has now made it possible for users to generate and activate their UAN directly via the UMANG app. This innovative approach incorporates Aadhaar-based facial recognition, streamlining access to essential EPFO services. After activating their UAN, employees can easily check their EPF balance and download passbooks.

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How to Do EPF Withdrawal Online: 5 Steps That Stop Your EPFO Claim From Being Rejected

Step 1: Activate and verify your UAN before anything elseYour Universal Account Number is the single point of failure most people ignore. EPFO's online withdrawal system will not process a claim if the UAN is not activated on the member portal, or if the mobile number linked to it belongs…

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Will you get EPF interest till 58 years of age if you leave job at 40? EPFO explains

Even if you've left your job, your EPF interest keeps accumulating until you turn 58. However, if you don’t contribute for three years, your account will be inactive. It’s usually a smart move to transfer your EPF balance to your new employer. Additionally, the VISHWAS, 2026 scheme provides businesses with…

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Employee showed Rs 9.6 lakh EPF interest in ITR by mistake, got income tax notice: He fought and got full relief in ITAT Mumbai

Income Tax Dept sent tax notice for Rs 9.6 lakh EPF interest which employee never received but erroneously shown in ITR as received; he fights and wins case in ITAT Mumbai. This judgement was delivered by Challa Nagendra Prasad, the Judicial Member, and Makarand Vasant Mahadeokar, the Accountant Member of…

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EPFO services you can still avail on its portal: Tracking application status, filing death claim, UAN allotment and more

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has revamped its services for members, allowing UAN activation solely through the UMANG app, utilizing advanced face authentication. While members can track pension applications and file death claims via the EPFO portal, UAN allotment and retrieval services continue to be accessible on the EPFO website.

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EPF scheme launches EEC 2026: If you missed EPF enrolment, find out whether you can enrol before the October 31 deadline

Salaried employees who want to opt for EPF scheme but could not due to issue with employer can now do so by October 31, 2026 if these conditions are satisfied. Read the article to know more.

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EPFO credits August pensions early to 4,40,901 pensioners in Keralam Zone amidst Onam celebrations

The Employees' Pension Fund Organisation credited August pensions early for 4,40,901 pensioners. This advance disbursement occurred on August 26, 2026, before the Onam festival. The Employees' Pension Scheme 1995 is usually paid at the month's end. This early release enabled families to celebrate the festival without financial concerns. EPFO aims…

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EPFO rules for NRIs’ EPF withdrawal: Do NRIs need to wait till 58 years of age to withdraw their employees’ provident fund retirement corpus?

Non-resident Indians have the opportunity to access their Employees Provident Fund (EPF) corpus upon their departure from India. Those who are relocating permanently abroad can initiate a complete withdrawal after fulfilling necessary formalities. Notably, NRIs aren’t required to reach the age of fifty-eight for this withdrawal.

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RailTel Corporation shares rally 5% after bagging Rs 166.8 crore EPFO order

RailTel shares gained nearly 5% after the company received a Rs 166.80 crore work order from EPFO for a one-year extension of its Infrastructure-as-a-Service engagement. While the order strengthens revenue and order-book visibility, technical indicators remain weak, with the stock trading below all 8 monitored SMAs and its RSI at…

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21.55 lakh inoperative EPF accounts have average balance of around Rs 40,000: Check if your EPF money is also stuck; here's what you can do

EPFO member alert: Over the past four years, inoperative Employees Provident Fund accounts have surged by eighty-four percent, with inactive balances witnessing a dramatic increase of one hundred sixteen percent. Furthermore, the average amount in these dormant accounts rose by sixteen percent. This trend indicates that many members are neglecting…

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EPFO withdrawal rules: Minister reveals how much EPF amount can subscribers withdraw during medical emergency, unemployment, house repair

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has made it easier for members to access their savings by modifying withdrawal regulations. Now, individuals can withdraw up to seventy-five percent of their accumulated balance twice a year. In cases of unemployment, members can access seventy-five percent of their provident fund immediately.

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Higher EPS pension: What is government doing on pending application for higher EPS pension; here's what union minister said

EPS 95 latest news: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has received over fifteen lakh applications for higher EPS pensions. As of August 5th, 2026, there remain eleven thousand five hundred ninety-five applications still pending. In response to a Supreme Court ruling granting access to higher pension options, the government…

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EPS pension hike: Will minimum pension rise from Rs 1,000 to Rs 7,500?

Minimum EPS pension: Pensioners are advocating for a boost in the minimum EPS pension. The government reassured them that existing pensions are backed by appropriate budget allocations. A considerable number of pensioners benefit from the EPS scheme, and recent Supreme Court rulings have enabled many employees to qualify for increased…

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Higher EPS-95 pension: Government clarifies rule for employees of exempted, unexempted establishments

EPS higher pension: The government has acknowledged the Madras High Court's decision on higher pension benefits. Supreme Court orders regarding higher pension contributions have also been examined. An online facility was provided for EPS subscribers opting for higher pension. This higher pension judgment has been implemented uniformly for all establishments.…

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EPFO claim delays, expert & IT staff shortage flagged by officers’ body; seeks govt intervention

EPFO officers have raised concerns over the backlog of auto claims that have been pending for over twenty days. The newly introduced IT system, CITES, has encountered significant implementation delays. Since 2008, staffing levels have remained stagnant, adversely affecting service quality. Officers are calling for reforms in both the Employees…

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67% higher EPS pension? How Rs 25,000 EPF wage ceiling could increase your monthly payout

EPF wage ceiling: The Employees Provident Fund wage ceiling may increase to Rs 25,000. This change will bring more employees under the EPF and EPS schemes. Employees' in-hand salaries might decrease while their retirement corpus grows. The Employees Pension Scheme pension will likely increase significantly for eligible members. This revision…

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EPFO e-Office app services to remain unavailable on this date due to system upgrade

Attention users: The Employees Provident Fund Organisation e-Office application will not be accessible on August 5 for essential system upgrades initiated by the NIC e-Office team. This means certain functionalities will experience constraints. Additionally, EPFO services through the UMANG app will also face downtime due to system migrations. Expect mild…

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Lost track of old PF account? Govt reveals how new EPFO e-portal helps trace and transfer balance

The EPFO has launched a new digital platform to help members trace old accounts. Members can now securely access and transfer their accumulated PF balances online. This new portal simplifies the process of consolidating funds from inoperative EPF accounts.

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EPF calculator: How much PF corpus can you generate with Rs 25,000 basic pay and 30 years of service?

An Employees Provident Fund subscriber could accumulate over Rs 1.12 crore in 30 years. This significant corpus is projected with a Rs 25,000 monthly salary and an 8.25% interest rate. The total contributions amount to Rs 33.26 lakh, while interest earned reaches Rs 78.49 lakh. Compounding interest plays a crucial…

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EPFO paid lesser EPS money than what was shown in passbook; Consumer commission orders it to pay Rs 1000 compensation and 9% interest

EPFO underpaid school employee's EPS; he files case and wins in consumer commission as commission ruled that the correct factor for his period of service was 0.94, but EPFO wrongly applied the 0.85 factor meant for 10 months of service. Know how this employee won the case against Employees' Provident…

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Rs 9,330 crore lying in the inoperative EPF accounts; is your account also one of them; here's how to claim fund

As much as Rs 9,330.56 crore lies in inoperative Employees Provident Fund accounts. This unclaimed amount is as of March 31, 2026, according to government data. The Employees Provident Fund Organisation is conducting outreach initiatives to inform members. Inoperative accounts are those with no contributions for three years after retirement.…

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EPF interest not credited yet? 3 easy ways to check if your PF interest has been credited

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has begun crediting 8.25% interest for the financial year 2025-26. Many EPF subscribers are receiving SMS notifications confirming this interest credit. Members can check their EPF balance through the EPFO portal, a missed call, or SMS service.

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EPS minimum pension hike: Is government increasing minimum EPS pension to Rs 7,500? Ministry responds

Employee unions demand a higher minimum Employees Pension Scheme pension. The government has not announced any increase to the current Rs 1,000. The Employees Pension Scheme 2026 has now replaced the previous EPS 1995. This new scheme introduces faster pension claim settlements and higher interest. Pension calculation formulas under the…

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EPFO 3.0: Government plans new pension scheme for formal and unorganised sector workers, claims report explaining how it will work

The government is planning a new pension scheme under the EPFO 3.0 framework. This new plan aims to provide retirement benefits to workers in both formal and unorganised sectors. Members will build a retirement corpus through regular contributions invested in government-backed assets.

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