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Circular regarding the Simplification of procedure for extension of Certificate of Coverage (COC) cases under Article 7.2 of the Social Security Agreement between India and Japan

Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-circular-regarding-the-simplification-of-procedure-for-extension-of-certificate-of-coverage-coc-cases-under-article-7-2-of) on 2026-03-27, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to streamline and simplify the process for extending COC cases, promoting ease of doing business and international cooperation in social security matters.

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Gazette ID central-circular-regarding-the-simplification-of-procedure-for-extension-of-certificate-of-coverage-coc-cases-under-article-7-2-of
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers must review and comply with the simplified procedure for extending COC cases under the Social Security Agreement between India and Japan, ensuring timely submission of required documents and information. They should also update their internal processes to reflect these changes.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
AllIT/ITESManufacturing

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Social Security Agreement between India and Japan
  • Article 7.2

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers must review and comply with the simplified procedure for extending COC cases under the Social Security Agreement between India and Japan, ensuring timely submission of required documents and information. They should also update their internal processes to reflect these changes.

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to streamline and simplify the process for extending COC cases, promoting ease of doing business and international cooperation in social security matters.

Summary

The Central Government has issued a circular to simplify the procedure for extending Certificate of Coverage (COC) cases under Article 7.2 of the Social Security Agreement between India and Japan, aiming to facilitate easier compliance for employers. This move is expected to reduce administrative burdens and enhance cooperation between the two countries in the realm of social security.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (central-circular-regarding-the-simplification-of-procedure-for-extension-of-certificate-of-coverage-coc-cases-under-article-7-2-of)?
Central issued this notification, published on 2026-03-27.
What is Gazette Notification central-circular-regarding-the-simplification-of-procedure-for-extension-of-certificate-of-coverage-coc-cases-under-article-7-2-of about?
The purpose of this notification is to streamline and simplify the process for extending COC cases, promoting ease of doing business and international cooperation in social security matters.
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-the-simplification-of-procedure-for-extension-of-certificate-of-coverage-coc-cases-under-article-7-2-of?
Employers must review and comply with the simplified procedure for extending COC cases under the Social Security Agreement between India and Japan, ensuring timely submission of required documents and information. They should also update their internal processes to reflect these changes. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification central-circular-regarding-the-simplification-of-procedure-for-extension-of-certificate-of-coverage-coc-cases-under-article-7-2-of?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All, IT/ITES, Manufacturing sector(s).