EconomySaturday, 4 July 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai
Unclaimed EPF funds in India fall to ₹9,330 crore across 31 lakh accounts
India’s unclaimed EPF money stood at ₹9,330 crore across more than 31 lakh accounts, according to the latest figures cited in July 2026.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In July 2026, the latest figures showed that more than 31 lakh EPF accounts in India held ₹9,330 crore as unclaimed funds, under the government’s “Your Money, Your Right” campaign.
Key specifics
- As of March 31, 2025, 31.83 lakh EPF accounts had ₹10,181 crore lying unclaimed nationwide.
- During the last one year, ₹851 crore was returned to rightful claimants from various EPF accounts.
- The EPF is a retirement and savings scheme administered by the Central Government for employees in government and private establishments.
- The campaign also covers unclaimed bank deposits, insurance amounts, dividends and other financial assets.
- Experts said ₹9,330 crore could fund 3 IITs or several welfare schemes.
Exam lens
Economy and social security question, key facts: EPF, ₹9,330 crore, 31 lakh accounts, March 31 2025, “Your Money, Your Right”. TNPSC may ask about unclaimed financial assets and the role of EPFO in retirement savings.