Government Launches Employees’ Enrollment Scheme: Check Eligibiility, Benefits and Registration Process

The Government of India has rolled out the Employees’ Enrollment Scheme (EES) 2025, a new initiative aimed at extending Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) coverage to eligible workers who were previously left out.

The voluntary social security scheme was officially launched on November 1, 2025, by Union Minister for Labour and Employment, Mansukh Mandaviya, and will remain open for six months. “This is a special initiative by the Government of India to encourage voluntary compliance and ensure social security for all eligible employees,” the ministry said in an official statement.

Eligibility Criteria and Contribution Guidelines

Under EES 2025, establishments covered by the EPFO can voluntarily enrol employees who joined the workforce between July 1, 2017, and October 31, 2025, but were not previously registered under the EPF scheme.

To ease participation, the government has waived the employees’ share of contributions for the eligible period, provided those deductions were not previously made. Employers, however, are required to pay their share of Provident Fund contributions for the same period, along with a nominal fee of ₹100.

In cases where employees have already left the organisation, the EPFO will not initiate compliance proceedings against employers.

Key Benefits of EES 2025

This initiative follows a similar enrolment drive undertaken in 2017, which brought employees from 2009 to 2016 under the EPFO umbrella.

At present, employees contribute 12% of their basic pay toward the EPF, matched by an equal 12% contribution from employers. Out of the employer’s share, 8.33% goes to the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS), and 3.67% remains in the EPF account. The EPFO currently offers an annual interest rate of 8.25% on the accumulated balance.

How to Register for EES 2025?

Employers can register eligible employees online through the official EPFO portal. After submission, contributions can be made via the Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR) system, a seamless online platform for payment processing.

Once registered successfully, employees receive a Universal Account Number (UAN), which allows them to:

• Access their PF passbook and account balance,
• Withdraw funds when eligible, and
• Monitor contributions to ensure timely deposits by their employer.

Also Read: EPFO Introduces Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025

Conclusion

The EES 2025 marks another step toward the government’s goal of universal social security coverage, strengthening India’s commitment to safeguarding the financial future of its workforce.

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