PF Withdrawals via UPI from April 2026: BHIM App to Facilitate, Rs 25,000 Limit

• EPFO members can withdraw PF money directly via UPI using the BHIM app starting April 2026.
• The facility aims to simplify and speed up the PF withdrawal process, especially benefiting blue-collar workers.
• Initial transactions may have a limit of Rs 25,000 to prevent misuse of instant withdrawals.
• EPFO, C-DAC, NPCI, and SBI are collaborating to develop and implement this digital withdrawal system.
• Members must be mindful of withdrawal frequency, as exceeding the set number of transactions can block further withdrawals.

Why It Matters: EPFO introduces UPI-based PF withdrawals via BHIM app from April 2026, enhancing accessibility for millions.