Overview
Delays in PF withdrawal or transfer, employer non-deposit of contributions, or wrong balances are addressed under the EPF & MP Act, 1952 through the EPFO grievance system (EPFiGMS), the Regional PF Commissioner, and ultimately the courts.
Key Provisions — EPF & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952
- Employers must deposit PF contributions and file returns on time.
- EPFO must settle withdrawal/transfer claims within prescribed timelines.
- Non-deposit by the employer attracts penalties and prosecution.
- Grievances can be filed via the EPFiGMS portal and escalated.
What You Can Claim
Release of withheld PF
Correction of balance
Interest for delay
Action against employer non-deposit
How We Solve It
1
File EPFiGMS Grievance
We lodge the grievance with EPFO and track it.
2
Escalate to RPFC
Escalation to the Regional PF Commissioner.
3
Legal Action
We pursue legal remedies if unresolved.
4
Recover Dues
We pursue release and interest.
Typical timeline: EPFO grievance: weeks · escalation/legal: a few months.
Frequently Asked Questions
My PF withdrawal is delayed — what can I do?
File a grievance on EPFiGMS, escalate to the Regional PF Commissioner, and pursue legal remedies if needed.
My employer didn't deposit PF — is that an offence?
Yes — non-deposit of PF is an offence under the EPF Act and attracts penalties and prosecution.