Overview

• The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) added 14.58 lakh net members in March 2025, reflecting a 1.15% year-over-year increase in payroll additions.
• Of the 7.54 lakh new subscribers, 58.94% were aged 18–25, showcasing strong first-time job seeker participation in the formal workforce.
• Approximately 13.23 lakh members rejoined EPFO after previous exits, highlighting job mobility and retention of social security benefits.
• Around 2.08 lakh new female subscribers joined, marking a 4.18% year-over-year increase and signaling progress toward workforce gender diversity.
• Maharashtra led state-wise contributions, accounting for 20.24% of net additions, with the top five states contributing 59.67% of total growth.