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High CourtProvident Fund (EPF)Social Security Code 2020

Kerala High Court Clarifies Pre-Deposit Requirement for Appeals Against EPF Damages

Kerala High Court 21 Jul 2026KLHC010365112026

The Kerala High Court held that the 75% pre-deposit requirement under Section 7-O of the EPF Act applies only to appeals against provident fund dues determined under Section 7A, and not to appeals against damages imposed under Section 14B. However, the Tribunal may impose a reasonable deposit condition while granting a stay against recovery.