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In a landmark move for salaried employees across India, the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has implemented a series of reforms in 2025 aimed at streamlining the withdrawal process from EPF accounts. Whether for retirement, medical emergencies, home purchases, or periods of unemployment, accessing EPF funds has now become significantly faster and easier.

The centerpiece of these reforms is the rollout of EPF 3.0, operational from June 2025. This upgraded system allows members to instantly withdraw up to Rs 1 lakh using an ATM or UPI, eliminating the lengthy procedures that were standard in the past.

Furthermore, pa...