EPFO Rules Changed: Important news has emerged for working individuals regarding the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO). In fact, the EPFO has made a major change in the year 2026, which will now impact PF employees. Eight changes were made yesterday to the new EPFO rules, making the PF withdrawal process much easier. Under these rules, changes are being seen in the process from online nomination to withdrawal.
These changes protect social security benefits for employees. This process further simplifies the PF scheme. Let’s take a look at the changes made to the rules.
1. Minimum contribution will be Rs 1800
There have been no significant changes to the PF contribution rules for employees.
The government clarified that the employee and company contributions to the PF will remain at 12%, but the minimum contribution will be ₹1,800 per month.
2. Salary Limit
The new rules make it easier than ever to change the salary limit. Previously, the EPF scheme had a clear salary limit of Rs 15,000.
3. Withdrawing money from PF will be easy
With the new EPFO changes, the PF withdrawal process has been simplified. This change aims to reduce the hassles associated with withdrawals. This will make PF withdrawals easier.
4. 25% of the amount will be kept as minimum balance in the PF account
Now, following the changes in the rules, 25% of the amount will remain as the minimum balance. Additionally, you can withdraw up to 75% of your balance without any problems.
5. 12 months service for withdrawal
Under the new rules, when you withdraw money from your PF account, you must have 12 months of service. This means that if you have been employed for 12 months, you can withdraw money from your PF account.
6. Full withdrawal of funds after 12 months
According to the new rules, if you have left your job or are no longer in service, you will be able to access your PF amount only after at least 12 months. The full amount cannot be withdrawn before that time.
7. PF nomination will now be digital
PF nominations have now been significantly changed compared to the previous method. According to media reports, PF nominations have now become completely digital. You can now file your PF nominations digitally.
8. PAP claims will now be settled within 20 days.
According to reports, PF claims will now be settled within 20 days. If you have filed a claim to withdraw your funds, the department will settle it within 20 days.
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