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EPFO urges PF Trusts to apply for Amnesty Scheme by 28 December 2026
The Ministry of Labour & Employment announced on 13 October 2026 that the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is urging eligible establishments to apply for the Amnesty Scheme, 2026. This scheme allows Provident Fund (PF) Trusts recognized by the Income Tax Department but lacking formal EPFO exemption orders to regularize their status retrospectively.
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- Dated
- 13 October 2026
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