The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched a major initiative to help employees regularise past EPF contributions. Union minister Mansukh Mandaviya unveiled the Employees' Enrolment Scheme 2025 during EPFO’s 73rd Foundation Day celebrations in Delhi. Here’s everything you need to know:
1️⃣ Six-Month Window to Regularise EPF Dues
· The scheme opens a six-month window for employees and employers to settle pending or missed Employee Provident Fund (EPF) contributions.
· This is aimed at making sure employees can secure their retirement savings without facing penalties or complications.
2️⃣ Who Can Benefit
· Employees who were previously not enrolled in the EPF system.
· Employers who failed to deposit contributions on behalf of their staff in past years.
· workers who moved jobs or switched sectors and have gaps in their EPF accounts.
3️⃣ How to Regularise Past Dues
· Eligible employees can log in to the EPFO portal using their credentials.
· Past contributions can be recalculated and submitted for clearance.
· Employers can also submit missed contributions for all eligible employees during this window.
4️⃣ Benefits of the Scheme
· Employees can ensure continuity in retirement savings, including interest accumulation.
· Helps reduce legal disputes between employees and employers over missed PF contributions.
· Strengthens financial security and pension benefits for the future.
5️⃣ Official Support & Guidance
· EPFO offices across the country will provide assistance to employees and employers in completing the enrolment process.
· Online resources, FAQs, and helpline numbers are available for step-by-step guidance.
6️⃣ Timeline and Important Dates
· Scheme Launch: november 2025 (coinciding with EPFO’s 73rd Foundation Day).
· Six-Month Window: Employees and employers must complete all regularisation within six months of launch.
🌟 Final Take
The Employees’ Enrolment Scheme 2025 is a significant step toward ensuring that workers’ retirement benefits are complete and secure. Whether you’re an employee with missed contributions or an employer looking to clear dues, acting within this six-month window is crucial.
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