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Circular regarding declaration of Holiday on 14th Apr 2026 on occasion of Birth day of Dr. Ambedkar in EPFO

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-circular-regarding-declaration-of-holiday-on-14th-apr-2026-on-occasion-of-birth-day-of-dr-ambedkar-in-epfo) on 2026-04-13, filed under EPF. The purpose of this notification is to commemorate the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a prominent figure in Indian history, by declaring a holiday for EPFO offices.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID central-circular-regarding-declaration-of-holiday-on-14th-apr-2026-on-occasion-of-birth-day-of-dr-ambedkar-in-epfo
Category EPF
Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-04-14

Action Required

EPFO offices must remain closed on 14th April 2026, and employers may need to adjust their payroll and employee leave records accordingly.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • EPF Act

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEPFO offices must remain closed on 14th April 2026, and employers may need to adjust their payroll and employee leave records accordingly.
Compliance Deadline

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to commemorate the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a prominent figure in Indian history, by declaring a holiday for EPFO offices.

Summary

The Central Government has declared a holiday on 14th April 2026, on the occasion of Dr. Ambedkar's birthday, for the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). This holiday will be applicable to all EPFO offices across the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-circular-regarding-declaration-of-holiday-on-14th-apr-2026-on-occasion-of-birth-day-of-dr-ambedkar-in-epfo)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-04-13.
What is Gazette Notification central-circular-regarding-declaration-of-holiday-on-14th-apr-2026-on-occasion-of-birth-day-of-dr-ambedkar-in-epfo about?
The purpose of this notification is to commemorate the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a prominent figure in Indian history, by declaring a holiday for EPFO offices.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official notification is published by the respective State Government and is linked directly from this page for your reference and download.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification central-circular-regarding-declaration-of-holiday-on-14th-apr-2026-on-occasion-of-birth-day-of-dr-ambedkar-in-epfo?
EPFO offices must remain closed on 14th April 2026, and employers may need to adjust their payroll and employee leave records accordingly. The compliance deadline is 2026-04-14.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-circular-regarding-declaration-of-holiday-on-14th-apr-2026-on-occasion-of-birth-day-of-dr-ambedkar-in-epfo?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).