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EPFO ceiling must rise with time

The EPFO has raised the mandatory coverage limit from 15,000 to 25,000, bolstering social security for organized sector employees. Worker advocacy groups had long pushed for this increase, highlighting that the last adjustment occurred in 2014. The updated ceiling now aligns with the average private sector salary, marking a critical improvement.

24 Sep 2026 10:53 pm