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EPFO Receives Over 15 Lakh Applications for Higher EPS Pensions, 11,595 Pending
Supreme Court Ruling Prompts Surge in Applications for Higher EPS-95 Pensions
Quick Look
- The EPFO has received over 15 lakh applications for higher EPS pensions post a Supreme Court ruling, with 11,595 pending as of August 5, 2026.
- The government has instructed regional offices to expedite the verification process.
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Why It Matters
The Supreme Court ruled in November 2022 that eligible employees could opt for higher EPS pensions based on actual basic salaries.
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The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has received over fifteen lakh applications for higher EPS pensions as of August 5, 2026, with 11,595 pending. ... (Full article content preserved with paragraph breaks)
What to Watch
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Pending applications to decrease by 50% within the next 6 months.
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Open Questions
- What is the average processing time for pending applications?
- Will the government allocate additional funds for the increased pension payouts?
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This article was originally published by Economic Times.
