EPFO has significantly enhanced its claim settlement process in 2025, increasing the auto-claim limit to ₹5 Lakh, expanding its scope, removing the need for cheque/passbook uploads and employer approval for bank seeding, aiming for much faster processing (within 3 days for auto-claims). Updated KYC is crucial.

The EPFO has raised the automatic claim settlement threshold from ₹1 lakh to 5 lakh, benefiting 7.5 crore members by expediting PF withdrawals. Discover how this significant change minimizes processing time, removes the need for manual approvals, and enables employees to access funds in times of need.

EPFO will introduce UPI-based PF withdrawals on March 7, 2025, allowing for faster and simpler access to Provident Funds. This blog discusses the new system, its benefits, and how members should prepare for smooth withdrawals.

A number of important improvements have been proposed by the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) for 2025 with the goal of enhancing customer ease, efficiency, and transparency. A Centralized Pension Payment System (CPPS), a simplified joint declaration procedure, digital profile updates, quicker EPF withdrawals, and an auto-transfer function for job changers are some of the major modifications. These changes provide workers more control over their provident fund accounts, streamline EPF contributions, and improve grievance resolution. To get the most out of your EPF benefits, be informed about these significant changes.

The Public Provident Fund (PPF) regulations have undergone substantial modifications for investors with the implementation of the 2024 revisions on October 1st. A greater deposit cap, more freedom for early withdrawals, online nomination, longer loan terms, and quarterly interest rate adjustments are a few of them. PPF account holders now have more flexibility, investment possibilities, and convenience thanks to these changes.