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Notification on Employers 8.33% Contribution Rate to the Employees Pension Scheme

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-notification-on-employers-8-33-contribution-rate-to-the-employees-pension-scheme) on 2026-07-01, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to ensure that employers comply with the statutory requirement of contributing 8.33% of the employee's salary to the Employees' Pension Scheme, thereby securing the employee's pension benefits.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID central-notification-on-employers-8-33-contribution-rate-to-the-employees-pension-scheme
Category Labour Code
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-07-01

Action Required

Employers must ensure that they contribute 8.33% of the employee's salary to the Employees' Pension Scheme, and also ensure that the necessary deductions are made from the employee's salary. Employers should review their current contribution rates and make necessary adjustments to comply with the notification.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty may be imposed under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, for non-compliance, which may include a fine of up to ₹5,000 or imprisonment for up to 3 years, or both.

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952
  • Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers must ensure that they contribute 8.33% of the employee's salary to the Employees' Pension Scheme, and also ensure that the necessary deductions are made from the employee's salary. Employers should review their current contribution rates and make necessary adjustments to comply with the notification.
Compliance Deadline
Statutory PenaltyPenalty may be imposed under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, for non-compliance, which may include a fine of up to ₹5,000 or imprisonment for up to 3 years, or both.

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to ensure that employers comply with the statutory requirement of contributing 8.33% of the employee's salary to the Employees' Pension Scheme, thereby securing the employee's pension benefits.

Summary

The Central Government has issued a notification regarding the employer's 8.33% contribution rate to the Employees' Pension Scheme, which is a key aspect of the labour code in India. This notification aims to clarify the contribution rate and its implications for employers and employees covered under the scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-notification-on-employers-8-33-contribution-rate-to-the-employees-pension-scheme)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-07-01.
What is Gazette Notification central-notification-on-employers-8-33-contribution-rate-to-the-employees-pension-scheme about?
The purpose of this notification is to ensure that employers comply with the statutory requirement of contributing 8.33% of the employee's salary to the Employees' Pension Scheme, thereby securing the employee's pension benefits.
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-on-employers-8-33-contribution-rate-to-the-employees-pension-scheme?
Employers must ensure that they contribute 8.33% of the employee's salary to the Employees' Pension Scheme, and also ensure that the necessary deductions are made from the employee's salary. Employers should review their current contribution rates and make necessary adjustments to comply with the notification. The compliance deadline is 2026-07-01.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-notification-on-employers-8-33-contribution-rate-to-the-employees-pension-scheme?
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-on-employers-8-33-contribution-rate-to-the-employees-pension-scheme?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty may be imposed under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952, for non-compliance, which may include a fine of up to ₹5,000 or imprisonment for up to 3 years, or both..