The Maharashtra General Provident Fund Rules, 1988

The Maharashtra General Provident Fund Rules, 1988 is an authoritative manual on provident fund administration for Maharashtra government employees. It provides a rule-wise commentary covering contributions, withdrawals, interest calculations, nominee provisions, advances, and retirement benefits. Each rule is explained with practical guidance and references to circulars, notifications, and amendments, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Special attention is given to account maintenance, procedural compliance, calculation of interest, PF advances, transfers, and closure of accounts. The book also includes sample forms and templates for subscription, withdrawal, nomination, and other PF-related procedures. Indexed and structured for quick reference, it is an indispensable guide for administrative officers, HR departments, treasury officials, and employees managing their provident fund accounts. This edition makes complex financial rules accessible, practical, and easy to implement while maintaining statutory accuracy. It is particularly useful for payroll management, audit purposes, and retirement planning under the MGPF framework.