- A national initiative led by the PM/Government of India aims to extend social security benefits and EPF coverage to workers nationwide.
- The Centre notified the new Employees' Provident Fund Scheme 2026, which is integrated into the Social Security Code 2020.
EPF introduces new operational requirements for claim processing, including PDF uploads, SMS alerts, and PAN linkage for TDS deduction.
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Updated Jul 5
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EPF introduces new operational requirements for claim processing, including PDF uploads, SMS alerts, and PAN linkage for TDS deduction.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Online claims were processed via a dedicated portal on July 1, 2026, under the EPF Scheme.Sub-event
EPF claims now require PDF uploads, use SMS alerts, and link PAN for TDS deduction.1 source
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The Centre notified the new Employees' Provident Fund Scheme 2026, which is integrated into the Social Security Code 2020.Also in this story
- EPFO introduced new waiting periods for withdrawals under the EPF Scheme 2026.
- EPF contributions for salaried employees are capped by the statutory wage ceiling.
- Ramesh Krishnamurthi serves as the CEO of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), which operates under the Code on Social Security, 2020.