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. EPFO Claim Settlement Rule Changes from May 1, 2025 – Key Updates 1. Increased Limit for Auto-Mode Claim Settlements To improve the speed and efficiency of the claim settlement process, EPFO has raised the threshold for automatic claim processing to ₹1 lakh. This means that claims related to medical emergencies, housing, education, and marriage advances will now be processed automatically, a facility previously limited only to medical emergencies. As a result of this reform: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has announced key changes in 2025 aimed at streamlining processes for its over 7.6 crore subscribers. These updates cover PF transfers, UAN activation, claim settlements, and member data updates. PF transfers simplified EPFO has introduced a ... The upcoming changes in EPFO claim settlement for FY 2025-26 signify a progressive shift toward digital efficiency and enhanced security. By enabling you to check EPF status & balance online and simplifying the process to withdraw PF & EPF after leaving your job, the EPFO is making strides in ensuring that your provident fund is more accessible.
