EPFO shifts recruitment to IBPS after NTA exit, eyes annual hiring cycle
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has roped in the Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) to conduct direct recruitment as it seeks to address an “acute shortage” of staff, according to two people aware of the matter.

EPFO delays UPI-linked PF withdrawals to May-end amid final testing
 

EPFO shifts recruitment to IBPS after NTA exit, eyes annual hiring cycle
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation’s (EPFO) recruitment system is being reshaped following changes in its hiring pipeline, according to two people aware of the matter.

Nominee vs legal heir: Why your PF, gratuity may not go where you think
 

Govt revisits plan to raise wage cap for PF coverage

Withdrawal to extensions: How PPF works after 15-year lock-in period
Source Credit: Amit Kumar, Business Standard

New Delhi: In India’s crowded savings market, where investors often juggle market-linked returns and capital safety, the Public Provident Fund (PPF) remains a steady, long-term option. While neither flashy nor high-yielding, its government backing, tax efficiency and disciplined structure make it a consistent choice for retirement-focused investors.

EPFO looks to frame exit strategy amid rising stressed debt exposure
 

EPFO looks to frame exit strategy amid rising stressed debt exposure
 

Tweaks in NPS health scheme

Pension fund managers: Why consistency and risk matter in your choice
Source Credit: Sanjay Kumar Singh/Karthik Jerome, Business Standard

New Delhi: Currently 10 pension fund managers manage the funds of subscribers in the National Pension System (NPS). Another one, PPFAS Asset Management, has received approval to begin operations soon, which will take the number up to 11. Since this is a long-term investment, investors must do their homework and choose a fund manager carefully.

PFRDA ropes in private partners to push NPS Swasthya that provides healthcare funding along with retirement planning
 

PPFAS Asset Management gets PFRDA approval to launch pension fund under NPS
Mumbai: PPFAS Asset Management Pvt. Ltd received approval from the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) on Wednesday to become a sponsor for a pension fund under the National Pension System (NPS).

Filing returns for overseas pension accounts: What taxpayers must know
 

Loan against PPF: Who can borrow, limits, rates, and repayment rules
 

EPFO flags critical error: Check your DoJ/Exit date before it hits your PF
 

PFRDA calls for perpetual funds, deeper AIF exit market
Mumbai: India’s financial regulators are working towards a deeper secondary market for alternate investment funds (AIFs) to help them manage longer fund cycles, said S. Ramann, chairman, Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA).

Govt announces small savings schemes interest rates for April-June 2026: Here's how much you get for PPF, NSC, deposits
The government today kept interest rates unchanged for various small savings schemes, including the public provident fund (PPF) and national savings certificate (NSC), for the eighth straight quarter, beginning 1 April 2026.

Bank-sponsored pension funds to be a game changer for NPS, says PFRDA chief
Mumbai: Opening up pension fund sponsorship to banks could mark a turning point for the National Pension System (NPS), according to Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) chairperson Sivasubramanian Ramann, signalling a push to scale up distribution and deepen investor reach.

Inoperative EPFO accounts? Govt may reach out to subscribers to refund unclaimed money; check who's eligible to get it

EPFO plans auto-settlement to clear Rs 5,200 crore in inoperative accounts

EPFO reaches out to subscribers with unclaimed balance

EPFO minimum pension hike: Govt breaks silence in Parliament — key takeaways
The long-standing demand to increase the minimum pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS-95) once again came up in Parliament, and the government has now clearly stated out its position.

Rs 1,000 monthly pension inadequate for needs, says Parliamentary panel
 

EPS update: Any change in ₹1,000 pension? Labour minister explains
 

EPFO 3.0 Update: Govt shares progress on centralised pension system, auto claim settlement, EPF transfer claims, check details
The government has shared a detailed update on reforms under EPFO 3.0 in Lok Sabha, highlighting key developments such as expansion in its subscriber base, faster claim settlement, and the status of pension-related proposals. Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Shobha Karandlaje, outlined the progress made under EPFO 3.0, including simplified processes and progress on employment-linked schemes.

Old Pension Scheme: 69 lakh central govt pensioners under OPS, only about 50,000 under NPS — Centre explains stance
Many employee unions across the country have been demanding the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) for several years now. The issue has repeatedly surfaced in Parliament as well, with many arguing that the National Pension System (NPS), which replaced the OPS over two decades back, exposes employees to market risks.

Punjab Govt pensioners urged to submit Digital Life Certificate

The move aims to provide greater convenience to pensioners and bring transparency to the pension disbursement system, she said.

Why pension planning can no longer be optional

Changing jobs and have multiple PF accounts? How to merge them online
 

SC to hear challenge to EPF rules governing international workers