LatestCorporate Compliance 16 July 2026
EPF Interest Credit Update
Interest earned on EPF contributions is tax-exempt up to ₹1.5 lakh under Section 80C under the old tax regime, and EPFO has provided a stepwise guide on how to check EPF balance and e-passbook using the portal, Umang, SMS, missed call, and Whatsapp.
The EPFO interest credit for the current year is now available. To check your EPF balance and access your e-passbook, you can use the following methods:
- Using the EPFO portal
- Through the Umang app
- By sending an SMS or giving a missed call
- Via Whatsapp.
*The interest earned on EPF contributions is tax-exempt up to ₹1.5 lakh under Section 80C under the old tax regime.*
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