17 Oct 2025 | 5 Mins Read
EPF partial withdrawals rise 55 times in decade
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Partial provident fund withdrawals surged 55-fold in the past decade, reaching 2.95 crore in FY24 from 5 lakh in FY17, following government rule relaxations to allow access for events like marriages and job losses, and amid the pandemic. Rejections eased but still remain high, with the government recently easing further withdrawal rules to make withdrawals easier.