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Old PF Sitting Idle? Transfer It in 5 Steps
If you changed jobs and never transferred your old EPF balance, it may be sitting idle. Here's how to move all your PF money into one active account before it stops earning interest.
mint - moneyLost Your UAN? Recover EPF in 4 Steps — Jul 2026
Millions of salaried Indians lose track of their UAN when switching jobs. Your EPF keeps earning 8.25% interest even then — here's how to find your UAN and reclaim your money fast.
mint - moneyAuto EPF Transfer: 5 Things to Check Before It Moves
EPFO now automatically transfers your PF balance when you change jobs. Sounds easy — but if your KYC, bank details, or UAN linkage are wrong, your money could get stuck or go to the wrong account.
mint - moneyEPF Withdrawal: Is Your PF Payout Tax-Free?
EPF withdrawals before 5 years of continuous service attract income tax. Knowing the rules around taxability, TDS deductions, and exemptions can help you avoid a nasty surprise when you actually need that money.
mint - moneyEPFO Drops Portal Login: Activate UAN in 4 Steps
EPFO has shut down UAN activation on its main website. New employees must now activate their UAN and generate it through the Umang app using Aadhaar-based face authentication — no OTP or password method allowed anymore.
mint - moneyAuto PF Transfer: 6 Mistakes Delaying Your Money
EPFO now auto-transfers your PF when you switch jobs — but only if your account details are clean. Six common errors can block the transfer and leave your retirement savings stuck for months.
mint - moneyNo EPFO Photo? Your PF Claim Gets Rejected
EPFO members must upload a recent photo on the Unified Member Portal to complete e-nominations and file online PF claims. Without it, your claim or nominee registration stays incomplete — even if all other details are correct.
mint - moneyEPF 8.25% Credited: Did Your Balance Update?
EPFO is crediting 8.25% annual interest for FY 2025-26 into members' accounts. If you haven't checked your EPF balance recently, now is the time — use UMANG app, SMS, or the member portal to confirm your updated balance.
Wealth-Economic TimesJob Switch? Your PF Transfers Auto in 3 Steps
EPFO has automated PF transfers for Aadhaar-linked UAN holders. When you switch jobs, your old PF balance moves to your new account without filling any forms — but only if your KYC is complete and your employer is EPFO-managed, not a private trust.
mint - moneyEPF 2025-26: Why Your 8.25% Interest Disappears?
EPFO calculates interest on your PF balance every single month, but only adds it to your account once the financial year ends. Until then, the money is earned but invisible — and if you withdraw early, you could lose months of interest.
mint - moneyChanged Jobs? Your PF Stays Frozen Until This Happens
Switching jobs doesn't move your PF automatically on Day 1. EPFO only triggers the transfer after your new employer makes their first contribution to your account. Until then, your old PF balance stays put — and many people don't even realise it.
mint - moneyOld Job PF Stuck? Auto-Transfer May Miss You
EPFO now auto-transfers PF when you switch jobs — but only if your UAN is Aadhaar-linked and active. If you changed jobs months or years ago without transferring, you likely need to do it manually yourself.
mint - moneyLost Your Job? PF Full Withdrawal Now Takes 12 Months
Under the new EPF Scheme 2026, if you lose your job, you can withdraw only 75% of your PF balance immediately. To get the remaining 25%, you must wait 12 full months of unemployment. This is a big change from the older rules most people assumed still applied.
mint - moneyEPFO Amnesty 2026: Is Your PF Trust Legally Safe?
EPFO has launched a one-time Amnesty Scheme 2026 giving employers who run their own private PF trusts six months to fix legal irregularities — or risk losing their exempted status, which could affect your PF balance and withdrawals.
mint - moneyEPFO's 1 New Portal: Is Your PF Claim Faster?
EPFO has moved all its member data to a single centralised system called CITES. This means faster PF claims, easier transfers, and one digital portal for everything — no more running between offices or portals.
mint - moneyChanged Jobs? Transfer Your PF in 5 Easy Steps
EPFO's member portal now lets you transfer your old employer's PF balance to your new account online — no paperwork, no visits. Here's what you need to know to move your money before it goes dormant.
mint - moneyEPF Tax-Free? 3 Rules That Can Cost You
EPF is not always tax-free. If you withdraw early, switch jobs too often, or take a career break, your provident fund money can become taxable. Here's what every salaried employee must know before touching their PF.
mint - moneyEPFO Passbook Back: Your 8.25% Interest Is Loading
EPFO's passbook portal was down for about two weeks due to a database upgrade. It is now back online. Members should log in and verify their balance before the 8.25% annual interest gets credited to their accounts.
mint - money6 EPFO Changes: Is Your PF Working Harder Now?
EPFO has rolled out major reforms including a higher interest rate, faster auto-settlements, and a unified portal. Here is what every salaried employee needs to know to get the most from their provident fund.
Personal Finance News in CNBCTV18, Personal Finance Latest News, Personal Finance NewsEPFO Revamp: 10 Changes That Affect Your PF Now
EPFO has overhauled its system with a central database. Big wins: PF transfers happen automatically when you change jobs, advance withdrawals up to ₹5 lakh settle on their own, and you can visit any PF office in India — not just your home office.
Wealth-Economic TimesEPFO Auto PF Transfer: 3 Steps to Link Aadhaar Now
EPFO has removed the need to submit a separate fund transfer request when you change jobs — if your UAN is linked to Aadhaar, your PF moves automatically to your new employer's account.
Wealth-Economic TimesEPF Interest at 8.25%: Calculate Your Exact Earnings
EPF interest for FY2025-26 is being credited to accounts this month at 8.25% per year. If you have an EPF account, your balance is about to grow — here's how to calculate how much and verify it online.
mint - moneyEPFO UAN Shift: Activate Your PF in 3 New Steps
EPFO has stopped UAN activation on its member portal. You now must use the UMANG app with Aadhaar-based face authentication to activate or generate your UAN and access EPF services.
Personal Finance News in CNBCTV18, Personal Finance Latest News, Personal Finance NewsEPFO Upgrade Delays Claims: Is Your PF Stuck?
EPFO recently upgraded its database and software systems. As a result, PF claims are taking longer than usual to settle. If you filed a claim recently or plan to, expect delays and know your options.
mint - moneyEPFO FY26 Interest Credited: Check Your PF Now
EPFO has started adding 8.25% interest for FY2025-26 to 34 crore PF accounts. If you haven't checked your balance lately, now is the time — the update should reflect by mid-July 2025.
mint - moneyEPF 8.25% Interest Due: Did Your PF Get Credited?
EPFO will credit 8.25% interest for FY 2025-26 into all EPF accounts by July 15, 2026. This is the third year in a row the rate stays unchanged. Here's how to check if your money has landed.
Wealth-Economic TimesEPFO Revamp: 10 PF Changes You Must Know Now
EPFO has overhauled its digital portal with 10 major changes that make PF claims faster, transfers simpler, and withdrawals more transparent. Here's what every salaried employee needs to know right now.
mint - moneyEPFO Upgrade: Will Your PF Claim Wait 2 Weeks?
EPFO is upgrading its database and software systems, which means PF withdrawal and transfer claims filed recently may take up to two weeks longer than usual to process. Here's what you should know before hitting submit.
Personal Finance News in CNBCTV18, Personal Finance Latest News, Personal Finance NewsLost Your Job? ESIC Pays You for 90 Days
ESIC has extended a scheme that pays unemployed workers up to 90 days of cash relief if they lose their job. If your employer deducts ESIC from your salary, you may already be eligible — most salaried workers don't know this benefit exists.
mint - money5 Signs a Website Is Fake: Is Your Money Safe?
Fake websites steal your money, bank details, and identity. Before you enter any personal or payment info online, here are 5 quick checks every Indian should do to avoid getting scammed.
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