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Labour Reviewed Nov 2025
Employer didn't deposit PF
Your employer is deducting Provident Fund (PF) from your salary but is not depositing it into your EPFO account.
3 steps 4 documents ~3 min read EPFO Grievance Portal (EPFiGMS) o…
The law
Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. Section 405 BNS (Criminal Breach of Trust).
Your remedy
Recovery of PF dues with interest and penal damages from the employer.
Steps to take
Documents to gather
Where to go
EPFO Grievance Portal (EPFiGMS) or Regional PF Commissioner.
Jurisdiction varies by state — confirm exact venue with a local advocate.
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