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Notification of the Employees Provident Fund Scheme, 2026

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-notification-of-the-employees-provident-fund-scheme-2026) on 2026-06-29, filed under EPF. The purpose of this notification is to implement and administer the Employees Provident Fund Scheme, 2026, to ensure that employees receive their due benefits and to promote social security in the country.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID central-notification-of-the-employees-provident-fund-scheme-2026
Category EPF
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-06-29

Action Required

Employers must ensure compliance with the Employees Provident Fund Scheme, 2026, by deducting and depositing the requisite provident fund contributions from their employees' salaries. They must also maintain accurate records and submit returns as required under the scheme.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 14B of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, which may extend to ₹5,000 or more, depending on the nature and severity of the non-compliance.

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952
  • Employees Provident Fund Scheme, 1952

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers must ensure compliance with the Employees Provident Fund Scheme, 2026, by deducting and depositing the requisite provident fund contributions from their employees' salaries. They must also maintain accurate records and submit returns as required under the scheme.
Compliance Deadline
Statutory PenaltyPenalty under Section 14B of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, which may extend to ₹5,000 or more, depending on the nature and severity of the non-compliance.

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to implement and administer the Employees Provident Fund Scheme, 2026, to ensure that employees receive their due benefits and to promote social security in the country.

Summary

The Central Government has issued a notification regarding the Employees Provident Fund Scheme, 2026, which aims to regulate and manage the provident fund contributions of employees in India. This scheme is applicable to all establishments covered under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, and is intended to provide social security benefits to employees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-notification-of-the-employees-provident-fund-scheme-2026)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-06-29.
What is Gazette Notification central-notification-of-the-employees-provident-fund-scheme-2026 about?
The purpose of this notification is to implement and administer the Employees Provident Fund Scheme, 2026, to ensure that employees receive their due benefits and to promote social security in the country.
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-provident-fund-scheme-2026?
Employers must ensure compliance with the Employees Provident Fund Scheme, 2026, by deducting and depositing the requisite provident fund contributions from their employees' salaries. They must also maintain accurate records and submit returns as required under the scheme. The compliance deadline is 2026-06-29.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-notification-of-the-employees-provident-fund-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-provident-fund-scheme-2026?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 14B of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, which may extend to ₹5,000 or more, depending on the nature and severity of the non-compliance..