Labour Code Advisor

Ministry of Labour and Employment

Corrigendum w.r.t. EPS, 2026

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-20082026-275627) on 20 August 2026, filed under Extra Ordinary. The purpose of this notification is to rectify and clarify the existing provisions of the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) to ensure effective implementation and compliance.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-20082026-275627
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (i)
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-12-31

Action Required

Employers must review and update their EPS contributions and compliance in accordance with the corrigendum, ensuring adherence to the revised provisions. They should also communicate the changes to their employees and update their records accordingly.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 17 of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952

Statutes & Rules Amended

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

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to rectify and clarify the existing provisions of the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) to ensure effective implementation and compliance.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a corrigendum regarding the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) for the year 2026, aiming to clarify and rectify existing provisions. This update is expected to impact employers and employees covered under the EPS, necessitating a review of their compliance and contributions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-20082026-275627)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 20-Aug-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-20082026-275627 about?
The purpose of this notification is to rectify and clarify the existing provisions of the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) to ensure effective implementation and compliance.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official gazette PDF is published on egazette.gov.in. An archived copy is also available for download directly from this page, in case the official portal is temporarily unavailable.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-20082026-275627?
Employers must review and update their EPS contributions and compliance in accordance with the corrigendum, ensuring adherence to the revised provisions. They should also communicate the changes to their employees and update their records accordingly. The compliance deadline is 2026-12-31.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-20082026-275627?
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 CG-DL-E-20082026-275627?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 17 of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952.

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