Labour Code Advisor

Ministry of Labour and Employment

Amendment in EDLI Scheme 1976

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-29102025-267229) on 29 October 2025 (issued 27-Oct-2025), filed under Extra Ordinary. The purpose of this notification is to strengthen the social security framework for employees in the private sector by amending the EDLI Scheme 1976.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-29102025-267229
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (i)
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2025-12-31

Action Required

Employers must review and update their EDLI scheme implementation to comply with the amended provisions, and ensure that the enhanced benefits are provided to eligible employees. They should also communicate the changes to their employees and update their records accordingly.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 14B of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme, 1976
  • Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to strengthen the social security framework for employees in the private sector by amending the EDLI Scheme 1976.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification amending the Employees' Deposit Linked Insurance Scheme (EDLI) 1976, which provides life insurance benefits to employees in the private sector. The amendment aims to enhance the social security benefits of employees and improve the overall effectiveness of the scheme.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-29102025-267229)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 29-Oct-2025.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-29102025-267229 about?
The purpose of this notification is to strengthen the social security framework for employees in the private sector by amending the EDLI Scheme 1976.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official gazette PDF is published on egazette.gov.in. An archived copy is also available for download directly from this page, in case the official portal is temporarily unavailable.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-29102025-267229?
Employers must review and update their EDLI scheme implementation to comply with the amended provisions, and ensure that the enhanced benefits are provided to eligible employees. They should also communicate the changes to their employees and update their records accordingly. The compliance deadline is 2025-12-31.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-29102025-267229?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-29102025-267229?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 14B of the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·