LatestCorporate Compliance 20 September 2026
EPF Wage Ceiling Set at ₹25,000
India’s Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) has raised the monthly wage ceiling to ₹25,000, expanding the contribution base for PF, EPS and EDLI. Employers must now recalculate contributions, and workers earning above the former ₹15,000 limit will qualify for full pension and insurance benefits. The revision aligns with the 2026 interest‑rate adjustments and aims to broaden social security coverage for a larger segment of the workforce.
EPF Wage Ceiling Set at ₹25,000
- New rule lifts the monthly EPF wage ceiling to ₹25,000, affecting PF, EPS and EDLI coverage.
- Employers must update contribution calculations; employees previously above the ₹15,000 limit now receive full benefits.
- Change supports upcoming 2026 interest‑rate shifts and widens social security for more workers.
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