Will this EPF insurance limit rise to Rs 10.50 lakh after EPF wage ceiling hike to Rs 25,000?

The government has approved raising the EPF wage ceiling to Rs 25,000. This change will significantly increase the Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance coverage amount. Nominees could receive a maximum assured sum of Rs 10.50 lakh or more. The revised ceiling aligns social security thresholds with current wage levels. Employers should await formal notification for detailed implementation provisions.