EPFO to Maintain 8.25% Interest Rate for FY25-26; Decision Soon

• EPFO likely to maintain EPF interest rate at 8.25% for the financial year 2025-26, defying earlier speculation of a cut.
• The final decision is expected at the organization's decision-making committee meeting on March 2.
• This would mark the third consecutive year subscribers receive 8.25% interest on provident fund deposits.
• EPFO manages approximately 28 lakh crore rupees, investing in government securities, debt instruments, and equities.
• The organization is also considering an interest stabilization reserve fund and reforms to simplify transactions.