The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has significantly increased the auto claim settlement limit from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakh, making it easier for members to access their funds for urgent needs. Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced this major update, emphasizing EPFO’s commitment to faster, automated services.
Key Highlights of the New EPFO Update
Higher Auto Claim Limit: Members can now withdraw up to ₹5 lakh (previously ₹1 lakh) for education, medical emergencies, marriage, and housing without manual verification.
Faster Processing: Claims under this limit will be settled within three days, ensuring quick access to funds.
Growing Automation: In 2024-25, 2.34 crore claims were settled automatically—a 161% increase from the previous year. So far in 2025-26, 70% of advance claims have been processed without manual intervention.
What Does This Mean for EPF Members?
With over 7.4 crore active members, the raised limit simplifies withdrawals for critical expenses like medical treatment, home purchases, or wedding costs. The automated system eliminates paperwork and delays, offering a seamless experience.
How EPFO’s Auto Claim System Evolved
Introduced in April 2020 during COVID-19, starting with medical claims before expanding to education, marriage, and housing.
May 2024: Limit increased from ₹50,000 to ₹1 lakh.
June 2025: Further raised to ₹5 lakh, reflecting EPFO’s push for efficiency and member convenience.
Fact Check & Transparency
Auto claim settlements accounted for 59% of total advance claims in 2024-25, up from 31% in 2023-24.
Early data from 2025-26 shows 76.52 lakh claims processed automatically—70% of total settlements—proving the system’s effectiveness.
Conclusion
EPFO’s latest move ensures quicker, hassle-free withdrawals, benefiting millions of salaried employees. By leveraging automation, the organization is reducing processing times and improving member satisfaction.
Stay updated with official EPFO announcements for any further changes.
