How to withdraw PF online before maturity to buy a new house; check eligibility, documents required, PF withdrawal status, and more

The Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), commonly known as the Provident Fund (PF), is a compulsory savings and retirement plan established for employees working in eligible organisations. This scheme acts as a financial safety net, providing employees with a lump sum corpus after retirement. Employees contribute 12% of their basic salary monthly, matched equally by their employers. The fund accrues annual interest, adding to the savings.