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The government has approved an 8.25% interest rate on EPF deposits for 2024-25. The EPFO board also enhanced EDLI benefits, introducing a Rs 50,000 minimum death payout. These changes aim to provide better financial security to EPF members and their families. The EPFO continues to see steady growth with 14.58 lakh new members added in March.

Key Points: Govt Approves 8.25% EPF Interest Rate for 2024-25

  • EPF interest rate set at 8.25% for FY25
  • EDLI scheme revised with Rs 50k minimum death benefit
  • EPFO added 14.58 lakh new members in March
  • Tax-free returns make EPF attractive for salaried workers
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Govt ratifies interest rate of 8.25% on employees' provident fund for fiscal 2024-25

EPFO ratifies 8.25% interest on EPF deposits for FY25, along with enhanced EDLI benefits for members' families.

"The Board approved key modifications in EDLI to provide greater financial security to families of members - Dr Mansukh Mandaviya"

New Delhi, May 24

The Union Government has ratified an interest rate of 8.25 per cent on the employees' provident fund for the financial year (FY) 2024-25.

In February, Union Minister for Labour & Employment Dr Mansukh Mandaviya chaired the 237th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT), EPF, in New Delhi, in which the recommendation was made.

During the meeting, the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) had recommended an 8.25 per cent annual rate of interest to be credited on Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) accumulations in members' accounts for the fiscal year 2024-25.

Following the official ratification, the EPFO will credit the rate of interest into the subscribers' accounts.

Compared to many other fixed-income instruments, the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) offers relatively high and stable returns, ensuring steady growth of savings.

The interest earned on EPF deposits is tax-free (up to a specified limit), making it a highly attractive investment option for salaried individuals.

This reflects strong confidence in the credit profile of EPFO's investments and its ability to deliver competitive returns to its members.

After the meeting, Union Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya took a series of pathbreaking decisions.

Following the actuarial valuation of the Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) scheme, the Board approved key modifications in the scheme to provide greater financial security and support to the families of members.

A minimum life insurance benefit of Rs 50,000 will be provided in cases where an EPF member dies without completing one year of continuous service. This amendment is expected to result in higher benefits for more than 5,000 cases of deaths in service every year.

As part of the revised EDLI Scheme, if a member passes away within six months of their last contribution received, the EDLI benefit will be admissible, provided the member's name is not struck off from the rolls.

Under the new modifications, a gap of up to two months between two spells of employment will now be considered as continuous service, ensuring eligibility for higher quantum EDLI benefits.

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has added 14.58 lakh new members in March. The year-on-year analysis reveals an increase of 1.15 per cent in net payroll additions compared to March 2024.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
8.25% is decent but I was hoping for at least 8.5% considering inflation. Still, better than most bank FDs. The EDLI scheme improvements are a welcome move for workers' families 👏
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Priya M.
As someone who lost her father early in his career, the enhanced EDLI benefits would have made a huge difference to our family. Good to see the government thinking about financial security for all employees, especially the lower income groups.
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Amit S.
The interest rate is competitive but EPFO needs to improve its digital services. My online claim took 45 days to process! First fix the basics, then talk about rates. #EPFODigitalIndia
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Sneha R.
The continuous service rule change is very thoughtful! Many workers in manufacturing sector face job gaps due to seasonal work. This will help their families get proper benefits. 👍
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Vikram J.
With 14+ lakh new members added, EPFO is clearly becoming the backbone of India's formal workforce savings. But they must ensure timely interest credits - last year many accounts got delayed payments.
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Neha T.
Tax-free returns make EPF the best long-term investment for middle class. I wish they'd increase the withdrawal flexibility though - medical emergencies shouldn't require so much paperwork!

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