EPFO Simplifies Joint Declaration Process: What Subscribers Need To Know
These changes are expected to reduce the dependency on physical documents and in-person submissions, making the process simpler for EPFO subscribers
EPFO Discusses Higher Pensions Applications Backlog, Grievance Redressal Initiatives, And Other Issues
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) discussed issues related to the backlog of higher pension applications, grievance redressal, data consolidation, and the new IT infrastructure during its 111th meeting
EPF Account Transfer When Switching Jobs: Eligible Employees Can Independently Transfer Their EPF Account From Old To New Employer
It is essential to link your Universal Account Number (UAN) with Aadhar for seamless management of your EPF account
Defence Pension: Uniform Procedure To Change Name And DoB In PPO For Retired Personnel And Dependents
If a pensioner’s name or date of birth is erroneously mentioned in the pension payment order (PPO), it needs to be amended. Previously, the procedure varied among defence personnel, but now it has been standardised and the unified process applies to the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force
Old Age Pension Cannot Be Denied To Individuals Cared For By Relatives: Madras High Court Grants Relief To 83-Year-Old Man
The Madras High Court has ordered authorities to provide an old age pension to an 83-year-old man who was denied the pension on the grounds of being taken care of by his grandsons
Budget 2025: Talks Underway, Minimum Pension In EPFO May Be Raised To Rs 7,500
In a recent meeting with the delegation of EPS-95 pensioners, Union Minister of Finance Nirmala Sitharaman assured them that their demands for increasing pension would be taken into consideration in the upcoming Budget
How To Ensure Long-Term Security With VRS Funds
A wise strategy is to divide the corpus into multiple buckets every 10 years, with the funds needed for the first decade allocated to debt instruments and a plan for regular withdrawals to cover expenses
Family Pension: Should Govt Employees List All Family Members In Service Book? Check Delhi HC Ruling
The declaration of family members in the service book is not a prerequisite for claiming the pension. What is the rule?
EPFO 3.0: ATM Withdrawals For Provident Fund Set To Launch Soon
With the addition of ATM withdrawals and improved digital capabilities, EPFO 3.0 seeks to provide faster and easier access to provident funds
Employees’ Union Asks Centre To Reduce Timeframe For Restoration Of Commuted Pension To 12 Years
The Confederation of Central Government Employees and Workers has written a letter to Cabinet Secretary T.V. Somanathan urging the Centre to revise the commutation rule and reduce the timeframe for restoration of commuted pension from 15 to 12 years
Key Changes Expected From EPFO In 2025
Whether it’s the convenience of withdrawing money via an ATM or getting the experience of quicker claims with a New IT System, 2025 seems like the year of transformative changes for EPFO and its members. Know what’s in order to bring ease for EPF subscribers
EPFO Balance Transfer: What Information Is Needed When You Apply Online PF transfer?
Your Provident Fund savings are not just another deduction from your payslip, but a financial cushion for retirement. Let’s understand the prerequisites to check for online PF transfer
Benefit Of Doubt A ‘Must’ For Granting Disability Pension To Soldiers: Punjab And Haryana HC
In a recent ruling, the Punjab and Haryana High Court ordered that the benefit of the doubt must be given in favour of disabled soldiers for granting disability pensions
