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Amendment in EPS 95 Scheme.

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-29102025-267230) on 29 October 2025 (issued 27-Oct-2025), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Code on Social Security, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to update the Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995 to ensure better social security benefits for employees covered under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-29102025-267230
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (i)
Related Code Code on Social Security, 2020
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2025-10-27

Action Required

Employers must review and update their employee pension schemes to comply with the amended EPS 95 Scheme, ensuring that the changes are implemented and communicated to the affected employees. They should also verify that their provident fund contributions and pension calculations are adjusted according to the new rules.

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' Pension Scheme, 1995
  • Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to update the Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995 to ensure better social security benefits for employees covered under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification amending the Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995 under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act. This amendment aims to modify the existing pension scheme for employees, potentially impacting their retirement benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-29102025-267230)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 29-Oct-2025.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-29102025-267230 about?
The purpose of this notification is to update the Employees' Pension Scheme, 1995 to ensure better social security benefits for employees covered under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act.
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.
Which Labour Code does this notification relate to?
This notification relates to the Code on Social Security, 2020.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-29102025-267230?
Employers must review and update their employee pension schemes to comply with the amended EPS 95 Scheme, ensuring that the changes are implemented and communicated to the affected employees. They should also verify that their provident fund contributions and pension calculations are adjusted according to the new rules. The compliance deadline is 2025-10-27.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-29102025-267230?
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-29102025-267230?
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 ·