In this article, we break down the new EPFO claim settlement rules for 2025, their impact on employees, and how they will make the process of withdrawing or transferring PF funds easier. Discover EPFO reforms India 2025: new withdrawal rules, extended pension timelines, digital auto-settlement, and enhanced employee benefits under social security laws India. The EPFO is now receiving over 99.31% claims in online mode, without any requirement to visit the field office. In FY 2024-25 as on March 6, 2025, 7.14 crore claims were filed in online mode. Apart from the above, the EPFO is further simplifying the claim settlement process with centralisation of member databases under CITES 2.01. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has implemented several changes to simplify and accelerate the claims settlement process. These enhancements, effective from April 1, 2025, are aimed at providing a seamless experience for PF account holders. The new initiatives focus on reducing paperwork, minimizing processing delays, and leveraging technology to streamline various procedures.
