The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has extended the due date for filing the Electronic Challan-cum-Return (ECR) and depositing statutory PF contributions for the wage month of September 2026.

As per the circular dated 13th October 2026, employers can now complete the filing and payment on or before 31st October 2026.

Important Points

• Revised due date: 31st October 2026.
• Applicable month: September 2026 wages only.
• Reason: Additional time is provided to make payroll and compliance changes following the revised wage ceiling effective from 17th September 2026.
• Employer action: Revise payroll calculations, verify PF contributions, and file the ECR with the corresponding payment within the extended deadline.
• Important clarification: This extension applies only to September 2026. Other wage months remain subject to their applicable statutory deadlines.