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13 July 2026

EPFO Amnesty Scheme for PF Trusts

The EPFO Amnesty Scheme is a specific government policy initiative related to social security administration and regulatory compliance, making it a relevant topic for questions on governance and welfare mechanisms.

1 min read Day 4 of 8 1 questions 2 prelims

Notes

  • The EPFO has launched the Amnesty Scheme, 2026, to allow exempted Provident Fund (PF) Trusts to regularise their status.
  • The scheme is framed under the Finance Act, 2026, the Income Tax Act, 2025, and the Code on Social Security.
  • The scheme provides a one-time opportunity for Trusts recognised under the Income Tax Act, 1961, to formalise their status.
  • Eligibility for recognition under the Income Tax Act, 2025, is contingent upon obtaining exemption under Section 17 of the Employees’ Provident Fund and Misc. Provisions Act, 1952.
  • The scheme specifically targets establishments that currently lack formal exemption from the government.

Part of a longer story

This is day 4 of 8 in Implementation of the Code on Social Security 2020 and EPF Rule Revisions, which has been running since 3 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of the Amnesty Scheme, 2026, in the context of strengthening social security compliance for exempted Provident Fund Trusts in India. 150 words
    Attempt this — 150 words in 8 min
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Prelims

  1. The Amnesty Scheme, 2026, launched by the EPFO, is primarily aimed at which of the following?

  2. Under the Amnesty Scheme, 2026, recognition under the Income Tax Act, 2025, is available to Provident Funds that have obtained exemption under which of the following?

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