EPF SCHEME, 2026

Settle your EPF damages disputes under
VISHWAS, 2026.

A one-time window to close pending or finalised Section 14B damages disputes before it shuts, with no further extension ordinarily expected.

TIME LEFT TO ACT

VISHWAS, 2026 closes ~ 29 December 2026

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Only the damages component is discounted. Section 7Q interest stays payable in full, and fraud or misappropriation cases are excluded.

9,000+ Locations serviced PAN-India
75+ Exemption assignments delivered
100+ Retiral trusts set up
50+ Surrender assignments handled

Regulatory context

Why this matters now?

Every employer with a pending EPFO dispute is affected the only variable is how much time is left to act.

Gavel on a desk, representing EPFO adjudication of Section 14B damages

Regulatory Timeline

  1. 1 21 Nov 2025

    4 Labour Codes notified

  2. 2 8 May 2026

    Central Rules notified

  3. 3 29 Jun 2026

    EPF Scheme, 2026 notified

  4. ! Now – Dec 2026

    Three transition windows open, including VISHWAS

Interactive eligibility check

Which category of dispute applies to you?

Select the option that matches your situation to see what happens next under VISHWAS, 2026.

Delivery model

How TeamLease RegTech Delivers

A single advisory team carries you from eligibility screening to closure.

Step 01

Dispute Inventory

Screen and confirm eligibility across your locations.

Step 02

Interest Computation

Compute and support payment of Section 7Q interest.

Step 03

Settlement Filing

Prepare and file the settlement application.

Step 04

Closure & Withdrawal

Coordinate litigation withdrawal and closure certificate.

Dedicated notice & correspondence desk

In-house legal + liaison team

RPFC-wide coordination network

Talk to our compliance desk

Not sure which window applies to you?

Schedule a Consultation

Why TeamLease RegTech

One team across execution, law, and liaison

For VISHWAS and every other EPF Scheme, 2026 window.

PAN-India footprint

9,000+ locations serviced for PF-related compliance.

Specialist teams

Separate legal, licensing, audit, and payroll compliance functions.

A seat at the table

Leadership represented on EPFO’s Central Board of Trustees.

Proven track record

75+ exemptions, 100+ trusts set up, 50+ surrenders delivered.

Technology-enabled

Bulk UAN, ECR, and digital filing built for scale.

One point of accountability

A single advisory team across all three EPF Scheme, 2026 windows.

The people behind the advisory

Leadership with a seat inside the system

The team behind your Enrolment Campaign, AMNESTY, and VISHWAS engagements.

Vishwanath B G

Vice President – Operations, TeamLease RegTech

  • Leads operational delivery of TeamLease RegTech’s compliance & liaising practice
  • Former Senior Consultant, Mercer India’s leading retirement benefits advisory
  • Deep grounding in PF operations, trust administration & regulatory filings

Mohana S

Asst. Vice President – Operations, TeamLease RegTech

  • Specialist in Provident Fund, Gratuity, Superannuation & NPS plan design
  • Former Associate Director, Retirement Consulting, Mercer Wealth India
  • Brings Mercer-grade rigour to exemption, trust & compliance advisory

Map your exposure. Act within the window.

Reach out to your TeamLease RegTech relationship manager to schedule your PF Exposure Health Check.

  1. 1

    PF Exposure Health Check

    A focused 30-minute review across all three schemes.
  2. 2

    Applicability Report

    A scheme-wise view of what applies to you, and why.
  3. 3

    Execute Within the Window

    A clear, resourced plan before the deadlines close.
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