LatestCorporate Compliance 23 September 2026
India Raises Provident Fund Wage Ceiling to INR 25,000
The Indian government has issued a notification, effective September 17, 2026, that lifts the Provident Fund (PF) wage ceiling from the previous limit to INR 25,000 per month. This amendment, part of the broader wage code reforms, aims to expand PF coverage for higher‑earning workers and aligns contributions with rising salary levels across the country.
Key Points
- Effective September 17, 2026, the PF wage ceiling is increased to INR 25,000 per month.
- The change expands PF eligibility for employees earning above the previous ceiling.
- Part of the government's wage code updates to modernise labour regulations.
For full details, see the original notification on Mondaq.
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