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Has government increased EPF wage ceiling limit of Rs 15,000 in Budget 2026?

The Union Budget 2026 has maintained the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) wage ceiling at Rs 15,000, a limit unchanged since 2014. Experts highlight that an increase would have significantly boosted retirement savings for employees, especially younger ones, through long-term compounding. While beneficial for workers, a higher ceiling could increase payroll costs for employers, particularly MSMEs.

1 Feb 2026 1:03 pm