EPF Wage Ceiling Increased to ₹25,000 | Pulse by Pacta

The statutory wage ceiling for mandatory Employee Provident Fund (EPF) coverage has increased from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month, with effect from 17 September 2026.

For non-profit organisations, this may affect payroll planning, employer contribution obligations, CTC structures, and EPFO compliance.

This issue covers:
• What the revised EPF wage ceiling means
• How employer contributions may change
• When take-home salary may be affected
• EPFO formalities for newly covered employees
• PMVBRY eligibility considerations

Read the full issue here.