The Labour Ministry has clarified that employees can now immediately withdraw up to 75% of their Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) balance upon leaving a job. Contrary to social media claims suggesting restrictions on withdrawals, the ministry confirmed that the new rules actually simplify and expand access to members’ funds.

“If the individual remains unemployed for one year, the entire balance can be withdrawn,” the ministry said in its statement, adding that the move is designed to ensure financial flexibility without hurting long-term savings.

Simpler Rules, Greater Flexibility

Under the new system, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has streamlined its withdrawal process by merging 13 complex categories into a single, uniform framework. This eliminates cumbersome paper

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