LatestCorporate Compliance 16 July 2026
EPFO Interest Credit
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has started crediting 8.25% interest to over 34 crore accounts ahead of schedule, with the interest rate for FY26 remaining unchanged from the previous two financial years. Members can check their updated PF balance using the EPFO Member e-Sewa portal or by sending an SMS or giving a missed call. The interest earned on EPF contributions is tax-exempt up to ₹1.5 lakh under Section 80C under the old tax regime. Banks are also offering up to 8.5% interest to senior citizens on fixed deposits.
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has begun crediting 8.25% interest to over 34 crore accounts.
To check your EPF balance, you can use the EPFO Member e-Sewa portal or send an SMS or give a missed call.
Some key points to note:
- The interest rate for FY26 remains unchanged from the previous two financial years.
- For a member with ₹10 lakh in their PF account, the interest earned would be ₹8250.
Banks are also offering up to 8.5% interest to senior citizens on fixed deposits.
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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