EPFO Wage Ceiling Raised to ₹25,000: What It Means for Your PF and Pension
Explains how raising the EPFO wage ceiling to ₹25,000 expands coverage, raises government spend by ₹1,089 crore yearly and affects EPS pensions and take‑home pay.
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Explains how raising the EPFO wage ceiling to ₹25,000 expands coverage, raises government spend by ₹1,089 crore yearly and affects EPS pensions and take‑home pay.
The Union Cabinet has raised the mandatory EPFO wage ceiling from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month, effective Sept 17, 2026. Over 51 lakh employees gain social security without a drop in take-home pay.