Overview

• The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) added 16.10 lakh net members in February 2025, reflecting a 3.99% year-on-year growth in formal employment trends.
• A total of 7.39 lakh new subscribers joined, with the 18-25 age group accounting for 57.71% of these additions, highlighting a surge in first-time job seekers.
• Approximately 13.18 lakh members rejoined EPFO after previously exiting, marking an 11.85% year-on-year increase in re-engagement.
• Female participation saw significant growth, with 2.08 lakh new female subscribers and a net female payroll addition of 3.37 lakh, up 9.23% from February 2024.
• Maharashtra led state contributions, adding 20.90% of net payroll, while expert services sectors accounted for 41.72% of total net additions.