LatestCorporate Compliance 7 October 2026
EPF Wage Ceiling Raised to Rs 25,000 Effective Sep 17, 2026
From 17 September 2026 the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has increased the statutory wage ceiling for EPF contributions from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000 per month. The change expands coverage, requiring more workers and employers to enroll in the scheme, and forces payroll systems to be updated to reflect the higher threshold for contribution calculations and reporting.
EPF wage ceiling increased – effective 17 September 2026 the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) raised the monthly wage limit from Rs 15,000 to Rs 25,000. Read full details.
- Applies to all establishments under EPF
- Increases number of employees required to contribute
- Employers must update payroll systems and file revised returns in the next filing cycle
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