Prominent Display of Form 5A (Return of Ownership) by Employers: EPFO
EPFO mandates employers to display Form 5A (Return of Ownership) physically and online. Show EPF code, coverage date and branch details, comply by 22 October 2025.
Category: PF and Pension
EPFO Rolls Out Big Changes For Easy Claim Settlements
EPFO just made life simpler for millions of EPF members and employers with two game-changing reforms.
FAQs on UPS: Pension Scheme for Central Govt Employees
FAQs explaining the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for Central Government employees, covering eligibility, enrollment, contributions, payouts, and more.
UAN Activation & Aadhaar Seeding: Your Essential EPFO Guide
Activate your EPFO UAN and link Aadhaar/Bank details seamlessly. This guide explains UAN activation, Aadhaar seeding importance, processes, and troubleshooting common issues for easy PF management.
UPS Under NPS: A Guide for Central Govt Employees
Understand the new Unified Pension Scheme introduced by PFRDA for Central Govt employees. Learn about eligibility, contributions, withdrawal rules, etc.
EPFO Stops Accepting Aadhaar as DOB Proof
EPFO removes Aadhaar as proof of date of birth in line with UIDAI's directive and legal stance on Aadhaar's limitations. EPFO members and entities involved in date of birth …
E-Passbook Launched for EPFO Members (PF Subscribers)
The EPFO now offers an e-passbook for members to view their EPF account details in graphical representations. Accessible online for greater convenience.
EPFO Clarification on Final PF Withdrawal by International Workers (IWs)/ Expats from non SSA Countries
EPFO Clarifies that final PF withdrawal in the case of International Workers (IWs)/ Expats from non SSA Countries is allowed only after retirement from service or attaining the age …
Lump sum Limit for NPS Withdrawal on Exit, enhanced by PFRDA
PFRDA has modified the norms applicable for exit from National Pension Scheme (NPS) to enhance/ increase the lumpsum withdrawal limit under the NPS, i.e. for premature exit, normal exit …
No Penal Damages for PF Deposit Delays during Lockdown (COVID-19): EPFO
EPFO has provided relief to employers from levy of penal damages for any delay in deposit of PF contribution(s)/ administrative charges due for the period during Lockdown (COVID-19). No …