At present, EPFO already processes some advance withdrawal claims automatically. With the upcoming reform, Retirement Fund Withdrawal Automation will extend to final PF withdrawal claims as well. This will allow members to receive their funds directly in their bank accounts with minimal paperwork and quicker processing time.

Officials said the organisation also plans to automate PF account transfers when employees change jobs. This will remove the need for submitting manual forms and reduce delays in moving PF balances between accounts.

EPFO has more than seven crore subscribers in India. The automation initiative aims to improve transparency, reduce processing delays, and provide faster access to retirement savings for employees.

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Between November 1 and 5, about 25.60 lakh DLCs were generated, and 61% used face authentication. The report said 37,000 pensioners above 90 years and 985 above 100 years completed their DLCs. The face authentication system works through a smartphone, allowing pensioners to finish the process anytime, anywhere. It helps aged and sick pensioners avoid visits to banks or offices.

The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare launched DLC Campaign 4.0 on November 1, 2025, in partnership with banks, India Post Payments Bank, EPFO, Railways, UIDAI, and MeitY. The campaign runs till November 30 and aims to cover pensioners across the country.

Secretary V. Srinivas opened a mega camp at Punjab National Bank, Sansad Marg. He spoke about how digital tools improve pensioners’ comfort. PNB will hold camps in 39 cities and 185 locations to support pensioners through face authentication.

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Under this partnership, IPPB will use its vast network of 1.65 lakh post offices and over 3 lakh postal service providers, including postmen and Gramin Dak Sevaks. Equipped with digital authentication tools, they will help pensioners submit their life certificates from home, removing the need to visit bank branches or EPFO offices.

EPFO will bear the entire cost of issuing Digital Life Certificates, making the service completely free for pensioners. IPPB MD and CEO R. Viswesvaran said the initiative strengthens the bank’s mission to deliver citizen-centric financial services across India, especially to rural and semi-urban pensioners.

This move aligns with the government’s Digital India and Ease of Living initiatives. It ensures inclusive service delivery using biometric technology and postal infrastructure. Once the process is complete, pensioners will receive an SMS confirmation and can view their life certificate online the next day.

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Under EPFO 3.0, members can withdraw up to 75 per cent of their total balance while keeping at least 25 per cent for retirement. The minimum service requirement is now 12 months for all withdrawals, replacing the previous rules that varied by purpose.

Members no longer need to submit proof for Special Circumstances withdrawals, reducing paperwork. EPFO has also increased limits for education and marriage withdrawals to 10 and 5, respectively, giving more flexibility to members.

Stricter rules apply to final settlements. Members can apply for early settlement only 12 months after leaving a job, and pension withdrawals are allowed 36 months later. Full withdrawals after job loss are exempt from the 25 per cent minimum balance. While the changes improve efficiency, they may delay access for unemployed workers.

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The petition urged the creation of a centralised digital platform. This system would allow citizens to trace and recover inactive or unclaimed financial assets. Furthermore, it would combine data from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), and Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).

The court directed the Union of India, Ministry of Consumer Affairs, RBI, SEBI, IRDAI, National Savings Institute, Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), and Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) to respond.

This portal could make it easier for citizens to check their operational and inactive holdings in one place. Moreover, it could speed up asset recovery and reduce disputes. Experts say it would also improve efficiency in banking and insurance.

Therefore, the Supreme Court’s move reflects growing demands for digital solutions in governance. Citizens and experts now await government responses to this significant proposal.

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The Central Board of Trustees (CBT) will meet in October 2025 to decide the maximum withdrawal limit per transaction, ensuring smooth implementation of this facility. Although the service was originally scheduled to be rolled out in June 2025, several operational and logistical challenges caused delays.

Currently, EPFO manages accounts for 78 million members across India, and this initiative is expected to enhance convenience for a large segment of the workforce. The move reflects EPFO’s efforts to modernize its services and make PF fund access more user-friendly and efficient.

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Around 9.79 lakh new subscribers were enrolled in July. Most belong to the 18-25 age group, contributing 61.06 per cent of new members, reflecting first-time job seekers joining the workforce. Net payroll additions in this age group stood at 9.13 lakh, up 4.09 per cent from last year.

Around 16.43 lakh members rejoined EPFO after switching jobs, showing a 12.12 per cent growth year-on-year. They transferred their accumulations instead of taking final settlements, ensuring long-term financial security and social protection.

Female participation rose with 2.80 lakh new female subscribers. Net female payroll additions reached 4.42 lakh, showing inclusive workforce growth. Maharashtra led with 20.47 per cent of net payroll, while Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Haryana, Delhi, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh also contributed significantly.

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