LatestCorporate Compliance 28 September 2026
EPFO Wage Hike Hits 2026 Pay
An EPFO wage hike announced for 2026 will raise the employee’s contribution base, affecting October salary slips. Higher contributions increase the employee’s Provident Fund balance, but also reduce take‑home pay after deductions, while the prevailing PF interest rate remains unchanged for July‑September 2026.
EPFO wage hike impacts 2026 salary slip
The EPFO announced a wage hike effective from October 2026, raising the employee contribution base. This change boosts PF balances but trims take‑home pay.
- Higher PF contribution from salary
- Reduced net salary after deduction
- PF interest rate stays at current July‑September 2026 level
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