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The Government of Andhra Pradesh has officially announced the GPF interest rate at 7.1% per annum for the period 1st January 2026 to 31st March 2026 (4th Quarter of C.F.Y. 2025-26).
As per Finance (HR-III-Pension & GPF) Department G.O.RT.No.395, Dated: 24-02-2026, the state government has adopted the same interest rate as declared by the Government of India.
GPF Interest Rate 7.1% for Jan–March 2026 – Andhra Pradesh Govt Orders Issued (G.O.RT.No.395)
📄 Official Order Reference:
Key Highlights of GPF Interest Rate 202
- Applicable Period: 1st January 2026 to 31st March 2026
- Interest Rate: 7.1% (Seven Point One Percent) Per Annum
- Issued by: Finance (HR-III-Pension & GPF) Department
- G.O. Number: G.O.RT.No.395 Order Date: 24-02-2026
- Financial Year: 2025-26 (4th Quarter)
General Provident Fund (GPF) is a retirement savings scheme for government employees. Employees contribute monthly from their salary, and the government pays interest on the accumulated amount.
As per Rule 13(1) of GPF (Andhra Pradesh) Rules 1935, the State Government determines the interest rate based on the Government of India guidelines.
Funds Covered Under 7.1% Interest Rate
The 7.1% interest rate is applicable to the following funds maintained by the Government of Andhra Pradesh:
1. General Provident Fund (Andhra Pradesh) Rules 1935
2. Electricity Department Provident Fund Rules
3. Emergency Cut and Compulsory Saving Rules, 1949
4. Government Distilleries Employees Provident Fund
5. Andhra Pradesh Government Life Insurance Fund
6. Andhra Pradesh Employees Welfare Fund Rules
Why This Order is Important
- Beneficial for AP Government Employees
- Ensures uniform interest rate with Government of India
- Helps in retirement planning and financial stability
- Applicable for all eligible subscribers during Jan–March 2026 quarter
Official Statement Summary
The Government of India (Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs) announced 7.1% interest rate for GPF accumulations for the 4th quarter of 2025-26. Following this, Andhra Pradesh Government adopted the same rate.
This rate is effective from 1st January 2026.
Conclusion
The Andhra Pradesh Government has continued the 7.1% interest rate on GPF for the fourth quarter of FY 2025-26. All government employees contributing to GPF and similar funds will receive interest at this rate for the period January to March 2026.
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