LatestCorporate Compliance 9 November 2026
EPFO Extends Electronic Challan Filing Deadline to November 30
On 13 October 2026 the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation issued a circular that pushes back the due date for filing the Electronic Challan‑cum‑Statement. The new deadline gives employers an extra two weeks, now set for 30 November 2026, to submit their returns and avoid penalties, while emphasizing continued compliance with the latest statutory requirements.
EPFO Circular Update
- The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has extended the filing deadline for the Electronic Challan‑cum‑Statement to 30 November 2026.
- Employers now have an additional two weeks to submit their returns, reducing the risk of penalties for late filing.
- The extension aims to accommodate operational challenges and ensure smoother compliance across all registered establishments.
For full details, see the official EPFO circular on the SCC Online blog.
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