EPFO eases high pension rules: Check new calculation formula and more

How to apply for higher pensions under the Employees' Pension Scheme

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To simplify the process of claiming higher pensions, Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has released guidelines for computing the increased pension amount.

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How to calculate high pension on actual salary?

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Formula for people retired before September 1, 2014

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Formula for people retired post September 1, 2014

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What are the documents required?

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What are the documents required?

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What are the documents required?

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Who can apply?

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Who can apply?

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Who can apply?

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How to apply?

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The last date to apply for a higher EPS pension is June 26, 2023

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