This marks the strongest monthly performance since the payroll database was initiated in April 2018.
The June numbers reflect a 9.1% increase over May 2025 and a 13.5% rise year-on-year, highlighting robust employment generation and greater awareness of social security benefits, said a statement.
Youth lead enrollments
Of the 10.62 lakh new subscribers added during June, the 18–25 age group dominated with 6.39 lakh enrolments — accounting for more than 60% of the total. Net payroll addition for this age group stood at 9.72 lakh, up 11.4% month-on-month and 12.2% over June 2024, underlining that first-time job seekers continue to be the largest contributor to EPFO membership.
Rejoining members rise
Another 16.93 lakh members who had exited earlier rejoined EPFO in June, switching jobs but choosing to transfer their provident fund accounts instead of withdrawing savings. This represents a 5.1% sequential increase and a 19.7% rise from a year ago, indicating greater financial discipline and social security coverage continuity.
More women in the workforce
Female participation showed a notable improvement, with 3.02 lakh new female subscribers in June — a 14.9% increase over May and a 1.3% rise year-on-year. Net female payroll additions touched 4.72 lakh, up 11.1% from May and 10.3% compared to June 2024, signalling progress toward a more inclusive workforce.
State and sector trends
Maharashtra led all states, accounting for 20% of net additions. Along with Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Haryana, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Telangana, these states together contributed over 61% of the net additions.
Industry-wise, expert services — particularly manpower suppliers, contractors, and security services — accounted for the largest share, making up 42% of the total net additions. Education, construction, engineering, trading, and financial establishments also saw strong hiring momentum.
EPFO said the payroll data is provisional and undergoes regular revision as establishments update employment records. Since April 2018, the organisation has been releasing payroll statistics covering data from September 2017 onwards.
