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Impact of Proposed Wage Ceiling Enhancement under EPF Act

Corporate Law : Explore the potential effects of the proposed wage ceiling increase under the EPF Act on employers, employees, and provident fund ...

December 30, 2024 7839 Views 1 comment Print

High Court Rulings 2024 – Employees’ Provident Fund Act Cases & Decisions

Corporate Law : Summary of key 2024 High Court rulings under the Employees' Provident Fund Act, covering employer liabilities, deductions, and mor...

December 26, 2024 4500 Views 0 comment Print

Labour Law Updates: High Court Rulings – November 2024

Corporate Law : Key Labour law rulings in November 2024: ESI, ID Act, Provident Fund, and more across various High Courts....

December 5, 2024 4080 Views 0 comment Print

What is the formula to calculate EPS pension?

Corporate Law : Learn how to calculate EPS pension, eligibility criteria, and the different types of pensions available under the Employee Pension...

September 3, 2024 3963 Views 0 comment Print

Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Withdrawal Rules

Corporate Law : Understand EPF withdrawal rules, tax implications, and conditions for partial and full withdrawals in 2024. Know when and how your...

August 22, 2024 4143 Views 1 comment Print


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EPFO Simplifies PF Transfer Process for Easier Claims

Corporate Law : EPFO has streamlined the PF transfer process, eliminating employer approval for most claims, aiming to reduce turnaround time and ...

January 21, 2025 1218 Views 0 comment Print

EPFO introduces Auto claim settlement for Education, marriage & housing

Corporate Law : EPFO is revolutionizing service delivery by introducing auto-mode settlement for education, marriage, and housing claims, reducing...

May 13, 2024 2130 Views 0 comment Print

EPFO Extends Deadline for Employers: Upload Pension on Higher Wage Details

Corporate Law : EPFO grants a five-month extension to employers for uploading wage details regarding pension on higher wages. Learn about the late...

January 3, 2024 603 Views 0 comment Print

EPFO SOP on freezing/de-freezing the MID/UAN/Establishment

Corporate Law : Explore EPFO's SOP for freezing and de-freezing MIDs, UANs, and Establishments to safeguard funds, verify genuineness, and prevent...

December 27, 2023 1497 Views 0 comment Print

EPFO SOP For Inspection of Establishments

Corporate Law : Read the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for EPFO inspections, promoting fairness and ease of compliance while protecting worke...

August 1, 2023 10248 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


No Addition for Delay in PF/ESIC Deposits Due to Technical Glitches: ITAT Delhi

Income Tax :  ITAT Delhi partly allowed FIL India's appeal on tax adjustments, PF contributions, and double taxation of interest on refund und...

January 25, 2025 900 Views 0 comment Print

Employer liable to pay damages for delay in transfer of EPF accumulations by Board of Trustees

Goods and Services Tax : The Calcutta High Court reviewed a writ petition from Paschim Banga Gramin Bank, challenging a Section 14B order under the Employe...

January 5, 2025 600 Views 0 comment Print

EPF Appellate Tribunal Can Stay Orders Passed by Authorities Under EPF Act

Corporate Law : Allahabad High Court dismisses Patton Logistics' petition challenging EPF Appellate Tribunal's stay order, emphasizing the tribuna...

January 3, 2025 423 Views 0 comment Print

Employer Must Pre-Deposit 75% of Assessed EPF Amount Under Section 7A to Admit Appeal

Corporate Law : Learn about the Allahabad High Court's dismissal of Shrasty Computer Solutions' appeal against the EPFO due to the expired limitat...

January 3, 2025 228 Views 0 comment Print

EPF Act Not Applicable to Govt Employees with Superior Benefits: MP HC

Corporate Law : Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled on EPF Act applicability to employees of aided schools, emphasizing compliance with central laws o...

January 3, 2025 924 Views 0 comment Print


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EPFO Clarifications on Pension for Higher Wages Cases

Corporate Law : EPFO clarifies policies on pension computation, trust rules, arrears, and damages in higher wages cases per Ministry of Labour & E...

January 18, 2025 2745 Views 1 comment Print

Implementation of Centralised Pension Payment System (CPPS)

Corporate Law : EPFO centralises pension disbursement through CPPS. Claims processed with any bank across India. Instructions for smooth pension c...

January 17, 2025 486 Views 0 comment Print

EPFO Launches Data Capture for Non-EPS Members

Corporate Law : EPFO deploys functionality for capturing data of Non-EPS members. UAN generation and activation mandatory for all P.F. Trust membe...

January 17, 2025 378 Views 0 comment Print

EPFO Facility to Delink Erroneous Member IDs from UAN

Corporate Law : EPFO introduces a delinking facility for erroneous Member IDs from UAN. Follow steps via unified portal to correct linked details....

January 17, 2025 8124 Views 1 comment Print

Simplification of EPFO Joint Declaration Process

Corporate Law : EPFO introduces a streamlined process for joint declaration updates, including UAN, Aadhaar validation, and document submission vi...

January 16, 2025 1713 Views 0 comment Print


Guidelines for validation of EPS-95 higher pension

April 23, 2023 10635 Views 1 comment Print

EPS-95 higher pension – Application for validation of option / joint options- Scrutiny of information & wage details submitted by employee & employer

Employee’s PF Contribution deposited after due date not allowable

April 19, 2023 879 Views 0 comment Print

Swaraj Excellent Manpower Facilities Pvt. Ltd. Vs DCIT (ITAT Pune) Hon’ble Supreme Court has held that the Employee’s Contribution towards Provident Fund has to be deposited before the due date mentioned in the respective statute. In this case it is an admitted position by the assessee in the Audit Report that the amount was not […]

How To Claim Provident Fund (PF)

April 15, 2023 1827 Views 0 comment Print

Learn how to claim Provident Fund (PF) with this comprehensive guide. Understand PF meaning, eligibility, required documents, and steps for withdrawal online or offline.

EPFO’s strategic move to safeguard retirement funds in booming Indian stock market

April 13, 2023 1884 Views 0 comment Print

EPFO has been facing criticism from some quarters over the performance of its ETF investments, which have lagged behind the broader market indices in recent years. This has led to calls for the EPFO to review its investment strategy and take steps to enhance its returns.

EPFO & MP Act, 1952 (Analysis & Guide to Employers/HR/Consultants)

April 3, 2023 10257 Views 2 comments Print

Gain comprehensive insights into the EPFO & MP Act, 1952 with our analysis and guide for employers, HR professionals, and consultants. Understand key definitions, registration requirements, compliance obligations, record maintenance, and penal actions to ensure full compliance with this crucial social security legislation.

Deduction u/s 36(1)(va) available only if employees’ share is deposited by employer before due date

March 29, 2023 8121 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Delhi held that the deduction u/s 36(1)(va) of the Income Tax Act can be allowed only if the employees’ share in the provident fund and ESI fund is deposited by the employer before the due date stipulated in respective Acts.

8.15 % rate of interest to EPF subscribers for FY 2022-23

March 29, 2023 1050 Views 0 comment Print

The Central Board Trustees (CBT) EPF recommends 8.15 % rate of interest to EPF subscribers for FY 2022-23 The 233rd meeting of Central Board of Trustees, EPF was held today in Delhi under the Chairmanship of Shri Bhupendra Yadav, Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Environment, Forest & Climate Change. The Vice-Chairmanship of Shri Rameshwar […]

Deposit of employee’s contribution to PF after due date not allowable as deduction u/s 36(1)(va)

March 9, 2023 7380 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai held that deposit of employee’s contribution to provident fund after the due date prescribed under the relevant statue is not allowable as deduction under section 36(1)(va) of the Income Tax Act.

EPS 95 – Higher Pension Permission Under Para 26(6) of EPF Scheme

March 4, 2023 368646 Views 158 comments Print

Learn about the process of obtaining a higher pension under the EPS 95 scheme through Para 26(6) of the EPF scheme and the guidelines issued by the EPFO.

FAQ’s on Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF)

February 25, 2023 8409 Views 1 comment Print

Discover key FAQs on Employees Provident Fund (EPF) employer contributions, wage deductions, membership eligibility, contributions for piece-rate workers, interest on delayed deposits, and more. Understand your rights and obligations under EPF.

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