New Delhi, Oct. 9 -- The Ministry of Finance has announced the interest rate applicable to the General Provident Fund (GPF) and other provident funds for the October-December 2026 quarter.

The notification is relevant for eligible government employees who contribute to these funds as part of their long-term savings and retirement planning. Here is what government employees need to know about the latest announcement and which funds are covered.

According to a resolution issued by the Ministry of Finance on 5 October 2026, the interest rate for the General Provident Fund and other similar funds has been set at 7.1% for the quarter from 1 October to 31 December 2026.

The Finance Ministry's resolution states, "It is announced for general i...