Government Raises EPF Wage Ceiling to Rs 25,000

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The Indian government raised the EPF wage ceiling to Rs 25,000, mandating coverage for millions while instructing employers not to reduce statutory salaries

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The Indian government raised the EPF wage ceiling to Rs 25,000, mandating coverage for millions while instructing employers not to reduce statutory salaries

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Oct 2, 2026 • 11:16 PM

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Government Raises EPF Wage Ceiling to Rs 25,000

The Indian government raised the EPF wage ceiling to Rs 25,000, mandating coverage for millions while instructing employers not to reduce statutory salaries

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https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/dont-cut-salaries-after-epf-wage-ceiling-rises-to-rs-25000-from-rs-15000-ministry-directs-employers-to-bear-statutory-contribution-not-pass-it-on-to-employees-through-ctc-adjustments/articleshow/134633761.cms

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https://m.economictimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/dont-cut-salaries-india-sends-a-missive-to-companies-after-new-25000-epf-wage-ceiling/articleshow/134495703.cms

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https://nationalheraldindia.com/national/new-epf-scheme-leaves-central-govt-employees-outside-mandatory-wage-ceiling

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The Indian government raised the EPF wage ceiling to Rs 25,000, mandating coverage for millions while instructing employers not to reduce statutory salaries