What is a Provident Fund, and How Does it Work in India?

What is a Provident Fund, and How Does it Work in India?

The Provident Fund (PF) is a government-backed retirement savings scheme in India. Both employees and employers contribute to the fund, which earns interest and can be partially withdrawn or fully withdrawn upon retirement. EPF is managed by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) and offers tax benefits.