Latest PF news with trusted* & easy to understand summaries of every new EPFO rule, pension circular, withdrawal guideline, & transfer process update
*This hub tracks official EPF/PF news from EPFO circulars and government notifications.
Source: News Updates
Published 2 Jul 2026
What changed:
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has restored its Member Portal after a week-long database migration and software upgrade. The updated portal introduces a redesigned Member Service History page, simplified PF Advance (Form 31) workflow, automatic eligible claim amount calculation, online Scheme Certificate Surrender, and changes to claim tracking and Joint Declaration. EPFO has also confirmed that claims will undergo additional verification for about two weeks, while the e-Passbook remains unavailable during the phased rollout.
Who it impacts:
All EPF members using the Member Portal for PF withdrawals, claim tracking, PF transfers, KYC updates, Joint Declaration requests, pension (EPS) services, and employers assisting employees with EPFO services.
Published 2 Jul 2026
Source: News Updates
Published 1 Jul 2026
What changed:
The Ministry of Labour & Employment has officially notified the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) 2026 under the Code on Social Security, 2020. While pension calculations and contributions remain unchanged, the new scheme introduces legally enforceable claim settlement timelines, stronger governance, and statutory backing for the higher pension framework.
Who it impacts:
Existing EPF/EPS members, pensioners, higher pension applicants, employers, exempted trusts, and families receiving survivor pensions.
Source:
(Ministry notification / Gazette)
Published 1 Jul 2026
Source: News Updates
Published 22 Jun 2026
What changed:
EPFO has temporarily suspended key online services between June 26 and June 30, 2026, to carry out a large-scale system migration involving database consolidation and upgrades to its claims processing software. The upgrade is expected to improve processing efficiency and lay the technical foundation for future initiatives such as EPFO 3.0 and greater automation.
Who it impacts:
EPF subscribers planning to submit withdrawal claims Members with pending PF claims Employers filing ECRs Retirees Nominees and legal heirs HR and payroll teams
Published 22 Jun 2026
What changed:
EPFO has brought a sense of stability to India's retirement landscape. During the 239th CBT meeting, the board recommended maintaining the EPF interest rate at 8.25% for the financial year 2025-26.
Who it impacts:
Legal heirs, nominees, families of deceased EPF members, and NRIs.
Published 21 Jun 2026
What changed:
EPFO is exploring faster withdrawal infrastructure that could reduce the time taken for approved PF claims to reach eligible members through modernized digital settlement systems.
Who it impacts:
EPF Members Planning Withdrawals
Source:
Publicly reported discussions around EPFO withdrawal modernization initiatives and faster PF settlement infrastructure.
Published 24 May 2026
What changed:
From April 1, 2026, Form 121 is the unified declaration for PF TDS.
Who it impacts:
All Withdrawals
Published 4 Apr 2026
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Official EPFO updates include circulars issued by the Employee's Provident Fund Organization, government notifications from the Ministry of Labour & Employment, and official press releases. These are the authoritative sources for EPF rule changes and policy decisions.
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