Goa, 28 July 2026

 

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Regional Office, Goa, has appealed to employers across the State to take advantage of 'VISHWAS 2026', a one-time scheme introduced by the Ministry of Labour & Employment for the amicable settlement of pending disputes relating to damages under Section 14B of the EPF & MP Act and Section 128 of the Code on Social Security.

The scheme, which came into effect on June 29, 2026, will remain open for six months, providing employers with an opportunity to resolve long-pending cases through a simplified online process at substantially reduced rates of damages.

According to EPFO Goa, the scheme covers pending litigation cases, finalized recovery cases where dues are yet to be recovered and pre-adjudication cases where notices have either been issued or are yet to be issued.

One of the major benefits of the scheme is the significant reduction in damages for eligible establishments. Employers who opt for the scheme can also avoid prolonged litigation before judicial forums and receive a digitally signed VISHWAS Certificate after successful settlement.

Applications can be submitted online through the EPFO Employer Portal using Digital Signature or e-Sign after payment of the applicable interest amount and fulfillment of other prescribed conditions.

EPFO Regional Office, Goa, has urged all eligible employers in the State to make use of this limited-time opportunity to settle pending disputes, reduce financial liabilities, and ensure compliance with provident fund provisions.

For further details, employers may contact the EPFO Regional Office, Patto Plaza, Panaji, Goa.

 

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(Source- EPFO, Goa) | PIB Panaji | Ambadas Yadav/Darshana Rane

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