EPFO Sees Surge in Young Workforce with April 2025 Enrollment Boom
The Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) added 19.14 lakh members in April 2025, marking significant growth. Key factors contributing to this rise include youth employment, increased awareness of benefits, and inclusive workforce trends. Maharashtra led state-wise contributions, highlighting nationwide job growth and economic expansion.
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The Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) reported a significant boost in its payroll numbers with 19.14 lakh members added in April 2025, according to data released by the Labour Ministry on Sunday. This growth represents an impressive 31.31% increase compared to March 2025 and a 1.17% rise from April 2024.
Around 8.49 lakh new subscribers joined EPFO in April 2025, marking a 12.49% increase over the previous month. The rise is attributed to burgeoning employment opportunities, heightened awareness of employee benefits, and the success of EPFO's outreach initiatives targeting new workers.
Maharashtra led the way among states, contributing 21.12% to the total net payroll additions. States like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Haryana, and others also posted substantial numbers, reflecting a comprehensive national growth trend in organized employment.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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