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Notification regarding revision of wage ceiling Rs. 15,000/-to Rs.25,000/- for the purpose of Chapter III of CoSS(EPF) w.e.f 17th Sep 2026

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-notification-regarding-revision-of-wage-ceiling-rs-15-000-to-rs-25-000-for-the-purpose-of-chapter-iii-of-coss-epf-w-e-f-17) on 2026-09-17, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to enhance the social security benefits for employees by increasing the wage ceiling, thereby ensuring more workers are covered under the EPF scheme.

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Gazette ID central-notification-regarding-revision-of-wage-ceiling-rs-15-000-to-rs-25-000-for-the-purpose-of-chapter-iii-of-coss-epf-w-e-f-17
Category Labour Code
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-09-17

Action Required

Employers must ensure that all employees earning up to Rs. 25,000 are covered under the EPF scheme and deduct the requisite contributions with effect from 17th September 2026. They must also update their payroll systems to reflect the revised wage ceiling.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Non-compliance may attract penalties under the EPF Act, including fines and imprisonment

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Code on Social Security (EPF)
  • EPF Act

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers must ensure that all employees earning up to Rs. 25,000 are covered under the EPF scheme and deduct the requisite contributions with effect from 17th September 2026. They must also update their payroll systems to reflect the revised wage ceiling.
Compliance Deadline
Statutory PenaltyNon-compliance may attract penalties under the EPF Act, including fines and imprisonment

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to enhance the social security benefits for employees by increasing the wage ceiling, thereby ensuring more workers are covered under the EPF scheme.

Summary

The Central Government has issued a notification revising the wage ceiling from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 25,000 for the purpose of Chapter III of the Code on Social Security (EPF) with effect from 17th September 2026. This revision aims to expand the coverage of social security benefits to more employees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-notification-regarding-revision-of-wage-ceiling-rs-15-000-to-rs-25-000-for-the-purpose-of-chapter-iii-of-coss-epf-w-e-f-17)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-09-17.
What is Gazette Notification central-notification-regarding-revision-of-wage-ceiling-rs-15-000-to-rs-25-000-for-the-purpose-of-chapter-iii-of-coss-epf-w-e-f-17 about?
The purpose of this notification is to enhance the social security benefits for employees by increasing the wage ceiling, thereby ensuring more workers are covered under the EPF scheme.
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-regarding-revision-of-wage-ceiling-rs-15-000-to-rs-25-000-for-the-purpose-of-chapter-iii-of-coss-epf-w-e-f-17?
Employers must ensure that all employees earning up to Rs. 25,000 are covered under the EPF scheme and deduct the requisite contributions with effect from 17th September 2026. They must also update their payroll systems to reflect the revised wage ceiling. The compliance deadline is 2026-09-17.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-notification-regarding-revision-of-wage-ceiling-rs-15-000-to-rs-25-000-for-the-purpose-of-chapter-iii-of-coss-epf-w-e-f-17?
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-regarding-revision-of-wage-ceiling-rs-15-000-to-rs-25-000-for-the-purpose-of-chapter-iii-of-coss-epf-w-e-f-17?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Non-compliance may attract penalties under the EPF Act, including fines and imprisonment.