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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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EPFO launches six-month 'VISHWAS 2026' scheme to settle employer penalty disputes, promote compliance

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched 'VISHWAS, 2026', a one-time dispute resolution scheme aimed at encouraging employers to settle long-pending damages and penalty-related cases through a simplified digital process, while promoting voluntary compliance and reducing litigation.

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Automatic EPF transfer on switching job: Who can access this facility and who will be left out?

The new EPF reforms introduce automatic fund transfers when changing jobs. This facility requires an Aadhaar-linked and KYC-compliant Universal Account Number for members. Employees in private and exempted EPF organizations will not receive this automatic transfer. Members can check their previous work history on the EPFO portal for verification. Several…

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School Assembly News Headlines, July 17: Top National, International, Sports, Business & Education News

School Assembly News Headlines, July 17: Skyroot Aerospace plans its Vikram-1 rocket launch on July 18. India and the UK signed a trade agreement to reduce tariffs on goods. The ICC approved significant changes to ODI and T20 World Cup formats. EPFO credited annual interest to millions of member accounts…

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Did you receive 8.25% EPF interest today in your account? Here's how you can check it

Employees Provident Fund Organisation members anticipate receiving 8.25 percent interest today. This interest payment applies to the financial year 2025-2026 for many subscribers. EPFO subscribers can check their updated balances through the UMANG app or SMS. The EPFO member e-Sewa portal also provides access to account details. Interest accrues monthly,…

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EPFO Amnesty 2026 Scheme for PF trusts: Eligibility, benefits, application process and key rules

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation introduced a six-month Amnesty Scheme in 2026. This initiative allows employers to regularize their private provident fund trusts. Eligible establishments can either join the EPFO framework or continue as exempted trusts.

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EPFO launches VISHWAS 2026 scheme: Six-month window offers relief in delayed PF dispute cases; check eligibility

EPFO 2026 scheme: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced VISHWAS, 2026, a dispute resolution scheme. This initiative offers employers reduced damages for pending Employees' Provident Fund cases.

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EPFO invites applications from PF trusts for amnesty scheme

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has launched a new amnesty scheme for provident fund trusts. This one-time opportunity allows exempted trusts to regularise their status for six months. The scheme offers retrospective regularisation and waives certain compliance requirements. Pending assessments for dues and damages will be withdrawn under specific conditions.…

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EPFO update: 10 key changes new centralised system brings to EPF, EPS subscribers

EPFO has centralized its member database for faster and smoother service delivery. Annual interest for FY 2025-2026 will be credited by July 15, 2026. Advance withdrawal auto-settlement limits have been raised to Rs 5 lakh. Automatic PF account transfers will occur upon job changes without separate forms. EPFO services are…

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EPF interest credit by July 15, 2026: How to check if 8.25% interest has been credited to your PF account

Employees’ Provident Fund interest for FY 2025-26 will be credited by July 15, 2026. Subscribers will receive an 8.25% interest rate on their EPF contributions. This marks the third consecutive year the interest rate remains unchanged. EPFO members can check their balance through the UMANG app or SMS service. Interest…

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PF interest for FY26 being credited; passbook balance to be updated by July 15

EPFO is processing annual interest for FY 2025-26, with balances updated by July 15. This faster credit cycle is enabled by the new CITES 2.01 digital platform. The government approved an 8.25% interest rate, impacting over 34 crore member accounts. EPFO has also simplified partial withdrawal rules and automated account…

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Stocks in news: Adani Enterprises, Cochin Shipyard, IDFC First Bank, Premier Energies, Glenmark Pharma

Markets traded subdued on the weekly expiry day, with indices ending marginally lower. Cochin Shipyard's offer for sale saw strong investor demand on its first day. Adani Enterprises' US legal case faces a likely dismissal by federal prosecutors. IDFC First Bank launched provident fund payment services through its EPFO integration.…

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EPF withdrawal rules explained: How many times can you withdraw PF for illness, marriage, education, home purchase and special circumstances?

Latest EPF withdrawal rules: EPFO subscribers can withdraw funds for specific needs like illness and education. Withdrawals for marriage and housing are permitted up to five times. Special circumstances allow advances twice annually under new guidelines.

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EPFO claims may take longer for 2 weeks after major system upgrade; members asked to avoid repeated requests

The Employees Provident Fund Organisation has finished a major system upgrade and database consolidation. Some EPFO services are temporarily unavailable on the UMANG app due to this migration.

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EPFO's New PF Rules Explained: Faster withdrawals, three-day settlement and other key changes

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…

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EPFO upgrades unified member portal: UAN activation, generation through portal discontinued; here's how you can do it now

The EPFO's unified member portal is now live after an upgrade, bringing a new look and significant changes. Key services like UAN activation and direct allotment have moved to the UMANG app, utilizing Aadhaar-based Face Authentication. While UAN retrieval is simplified on the portal, death claim filing remains accessible. This…

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EPF Scheme 2026: Will you get more than 8.25% interest on your PF contributions now? Check EPFO update

A new Employees' Provident Funds Scheme, 2026, has replaced the 1952 version under the Code on Social Security, 2020. The EPF interest rate remains at 8.25% for the financial year 2025-26. While digital services are formally incorporated, private PF trusts now face a cap on their declared interest rates, not…

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EPFO portal still down after July 2 deadline: Here's the latest update on when services will resume for members and employers

EPFO's online services remain inaccessible beyond the scheduled maintenance, frustrating members and employers. A major technology upgrade for better claim processing is underway, but the portal outage continues. Meanwhile, a new EPF Scheme, 2026, has been rolled out, simplifying withdrawals and enhancing digital compliance, though it's not linked to the…

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EPFO's new social security rules tighten claim timelines, mandate digital compliance

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 insurance. EPFO officials face a 12% annual penal interest for delays exceeding 20 days without valid reasons. Contribution structures remain unchanged, with a focus…

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EPF Scheme 2026 replaces EPF Scheme 1952: Have EPF interest rate, contribution and wage ceiling changed?

EPF Scheme 2026: The Employees' Provident Funds Scheme, 2026, has replaced the 1952 version, bringing the EPF under the new Social Security Code. While key benefits like contribution rates and UAN remain unchanged, the new framework emphasizes digital processes and introduces stricter governance for exempted trusts.

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EPS 2026 replaces EPS-71, EPS-95: What has changed in new EPFO pension scheme and what remains the same

A new Employees' Pension Scheme, 2026, has replaced earlier pension schemes, effective June 29, 2026. While core benefits like the pension formula and contributions remain, key changes include faster pension claim settlements within 20 days and a 12% interest penalty for EPFO delays.

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EPFO portal downtime extended for a day: When will EPF passbook, claims and UAN services be restored?

EPFO services, including online claim submissions and passbook downloads, will be unavailable until July 2 2026, due to a system migration. Members can check their EPF balance via a missed call if their UAN is linked with Aadhaar, PAN, and bank details.

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EPFO services interrupted from June 26-30: Check full list of services unavailable for five days

EPFO services, including its member and employer portals and the UMANG app, will be temporarily unavailable from June 26th to June 30th due to a scheduled system migration. This upgrade aims to enhance service speed, reliability, and security.

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EPFO user alert! Claim submission, processing unavailable from June 26-28; UMANG services also affected

EPFO's online portal will be inaccessible for claim submissions and processing from June 26th to June 28th, 2026, due to a planned technology upgrade. Services on the Umang app will also be unavailable until July 2nd. This temporary shutdown aims to enhance service delivery and user experience.

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