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Notification of the Employees Pension Scheme, 2026

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-notification-of-the-employees-pension-scheme-2026) on 2026-06-29, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to implement and regulate the Employees Pension Scheme, 2026, to ensure that employees receive pension benefits and social security after their retirement.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID central-notification-of-the-employees-pension-scheme-2026
Category Labour Code
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-12-31

Action Required

Employers must register their employees under the Employees Pension Scheme, 2026, and contribute to the pension fund as per the notified rates. They must also maintain accurate records of employee data and pension contributions.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 114 of the Labour Code, 2020, which may extend to ₹1 lakh

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995
  • Labour Code, 2020

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers must register their employees under the Employees Pension Scheme, 2026, and contribute to the pension fund as per the notified rates. They must also maintain accurate records of employee data and pension contributions.
Compliance Deadline
Statutory PenaltyPenalty under Section 114 of the Labour Code, 2020, which may extend to ₹1 lakh

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to implement and regulate the Employees Pension Scheme, 2026, to ensure that employees receive pension benefits and social security after their retirement.

Summary

The Central Government has issued a notification regarding the Employees Pension Scheme, 2026, which aims to provide pension benefits to employees in various industries. This scheme is part of the Labour Code and is intended to provide social security to employees after their retirement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-notification-of-the-employees-pension-scheme-2026)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-06-29.
What is Gazette Notification central-notification-of-the-employees-pension-scheme-2026 about?
The purpose of this notification is to implement and regulate the Employees Pension Scheme, 2026, to ensure that employees receive pension benefits and social security after their retirement.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official notification is published by the respective State Government and is linked directly from this page for your reference and download.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification central-notification-of-the-employees-pension-scheme-2026?
Employers must register their employees under the Employees Pension Scheme, 2026, and contribute to the pension fund as per the notified rates. They must also maintain accurate records of employee data and pension contributions. The compliance deadline is 2026-12-31.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-notification-of-the-employees-pension-scheme-2026?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification central-notification-of-the-employees-pension-scheme-2026?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 114 of the Labour Code, 2020, which may extend to ₹1 lakh.