# epfinterest
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EPF Interest Tax Rule 2025: What You Need to Know
The EPF interest taxation rule introduced in 2021 is now a permanent reality in 2025. Contributions above 2.5 lakh (5 lakh for government employees without employer contribution) attract tax on interest. EPFO maintains separate taxable and non-taxable accounts, with TDS applied on taxable interest. High earners must now plan carefully, track contributions, and explore other investment options to optimize returns.