EPF interest rate has been retained at 8.25% for FY26. Here’s a simple guide explaining EPF eligibility, contribution rules, and how the provident fund scheme works for employees in India.
The Karnataka High Court has penalized an employer ₹77,000 for delaying provident fund contributions for two employees over two years. The court ruled that the penalty under EPFO rules cannot be less ...
The move comes alongside a sweeping compliance amnesty, new social security schemes and tighter fund management rules.
EPFO members can withdraw money up to 50 per cent from the EPF account for their own marriage, the marriage of their daughter, son, sister or brother.
EPF doesn’t disappear when you leave India. But if you don’t make a conscious call, it can quietly turn into a mess later.
The compound interest is credited by EPFO on a monthly running balance basis at the statutory rate declared for each year. For 2024-25, EPFO declared an interest of 8.25%.
EPFO has reinstated the option for employees to link their pension scheme contributions to their full basic salary. This move ...
Members can choose to maintain, transfer or withdraw their savings depending on their destination and employment terms ...
Indian investors face evolving tax rules for popular products like ULIPs, EPF, and mutual funds. Understanding these changes ...
EPFO App PF Withdrawal UPI: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation, also known as EPFO, is bringing a change for its members. Soon, people may be able to take out some of their provident fund ...
EPFO has been able to declare an interest rate of above 8% for the past several years owing to good returns from ETFs and ...
That EPF balance sitting quietly in your passbook can look tempting when you are staring at a 20-year home loan. If you have ...