EPFO Introduces VISHWAS 2026 Scheme to Reduce Pending PF Penalties for Employers
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched the VISHWAS 2026 scheme, allowing employers to settle pending provident fund penalty disputes with reduced damages for defaults before June 14, 2024. The scheme, active from June 29 to December 28, 2026, offers revised penalty rates based on delay duration but requires full payment of statutory interest and outstanding contributions. It covers various dispute categories, aiming to reduce litigation and clear backlogs while maintaining employers' obligations under the law.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
mint broke this story on 10 Nov, 11:58 am. Other outlets followed.