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New EPFO amnesty scheme approved—how it could affect employees and trusts

The move comes alongside a sweeping compliance amnesty, new social security schemes and tighter fund management rules.

EPF interest rate maintained at 8.25%: From corporate bonds to ETFs, here's how your contributions are invested

The EPFO has approved an interest rate of 8.25% on EPF deposits for 2025-26, maintaining the rate for the second year.
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EPFO passbook online: How to check EPF balance and download member passbook via portal, UMANG app, SMS

The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) is one of the most important savings schemes for salaried employees in India. Managed by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), this fund acts as a long ...

Over 2,200 company directors barred from leaving Malaysia over unpaid EPF contributions

More than 2,200 company directors were barred from leaving Malaysia in 2025 for failing to remit employees' Employees ...

EPF member guide: Eligibility, benefits, PF account retention, and rules for switching jobs explained

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%.
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EPFO coverage alert: 6-month special window for employers to enrol left-out employees

EPFO has introduced a one-time enrolment scheme allowing employers to regularise missed EPF coverage for eligible employees with reduced penalties. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation ...