LatestCorporate Compliance 17 October 2026
EPS Wage Ceiling Fixed at ₹15,000 in New Pension Rules
Effective September 17, 2026, the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) wage ceiling has been capped at ₹15,000 under the latest amendment to the pension code. The change, issued under Section 15(1)(b) of the Code, revises previous limits and impacts employer contributions and employee benefits across India.
Key Update: The Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) wage ceiling is now fixed at ₹15,000.
- Effective from 17 September 2026.
- Issued under Section 15(1)(b) of the Pension Code.
- Affects employer contribution calculations and employee benefit limits.
For full details, see the SCC Online article.
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