PF Recovery, Bank Attachment and Prosecution of Employers
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If determined dues aren't paid, EPFO can recover them like arrears of land revenue: issue a recovery certificate, attach bank accounts, and attach and sell property. Not depositing employees' share deducted from wages is treated most seriously and can lead to prosecution of the persons responsible.
- Order determining dues
- Recovery certificate if unpaid
- Bank attachment, property attachment
- Payment releases attachment
What to do
- Bank account attached: contact the recovery officer named in the order; pay or produce proof of payment or of a stay.
- Disputing the dues: appeal on time; an appeal alone may not stop recovery unless the order is stayed.
- Old damages: VISHWAS 2026 covers cases with recovery pending, until 28 Dec 2026.
Sources
- PIB, 15 Jul 2026: VISHWAS (recovery and RRC cases).
- EPFO: official website.