Where to complain if employer misses EPS payments
Employees earning up to Rs 25,000 per month are eligible for pension benefits under the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS), 2026, provided the employer makes the required contributions to their EPS account. If an employee's employer fails to make these contributions, they can address the issue with their employer first, asking the HR or payroll department to verify and confirm the correctness of their EPF and EPS records.
If the employer remains unresponsive, the employee can lodge a grievance with the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) via the EPFiGMS portal.
To file a grievance, one must register an online complaint through the EPFO's customised portal (https://epfigms.gov.in/), providing their Universal Account Number (UAN) and selecting the appropriate grievance type. Supporting documents, if necessary, should be attached to expedite the resolution process. The employee can subsequently track the status of their grievance using the reference number provided.
Incorrect or missed EPS deductions could pose difficulties for the employee later, particularly when settling pension or other claims. The wage ceiling under the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is now Rs 25,000 per month, up from Rs 15,000, which has extended mandatory coverage to a larger number of employees.
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