Pradhan Mantri Rojgar Protsahan Yojana (PMRPY)
Ministry Of Labour and Employment
PMRPY reimburses employers the full employer EPF/EPS contribution for new employees earning up to Rs 15,000/month, encouraging formal job creation. Employers register and claim through the EPFO PMRPY portal; new employees benefit through formal social security coverage.
Key facts
- Nodal ministry
- Ministry Of Labour and Employment
- Level
- Central
- Launched
- 2016
- Last date
- Check EPFO for current scheme status
- Helpline
- NA
What you get
Employers get government reimbursement of the full employer's contribution (12% EPF and EPS) for new employees earning up to Rs 15,000 per month, incentivising formal job creation, with new employees benefiting from formal employment and social security coverage.
Who is eligible
Establishments registered with EPFO that hire new employees (not previously employed with EPF/UAN) earning up to Rs 15,000 per month are eligible for the government's contribution reimbursement.
Documents you need
Employer's EPFO registration, employee UAN, wage records, and bank account details.
How to apply
Employers register on the EPFO PMRPY portal and claim reimbursement for eligible new employees; new employees themselves do not apply directly - benefit flows through employer registration.
Frequently asked questions
Who benefits directly from PMRPY?
Employers get the EPF contribution reimbursement; new employees benefit from formal employment with social security coverage.
What is the wage limit for PMRPY?
New employees earning up to Rs 15,000 per month are eligible under the scheme.
How does an employer claim PMRPY benefits?
By registering on the EPFO PMRPY portal and claiming reimbursement for eligible new hires.