These rules will change in the new year 2026
The year 2025 is ending and the year 2026 is about to come. The arrival of the New Year is not going to be limited to just changing the calendar, but it is also bringing with it many big changes related to banking, salary structure and everyday expenses. These rules, which will come into effect from the year 2026, will directly affect your pocket and lifestyle. The government and regulatory bodies have prepared a detailed blueprint for the new year, which includes rules ranging from reforms in tax slabs to use of social media. The purpose of these changes is to provide relief to the common man and strengthen digital security. Let us understand in detail which important rules are going to change in the new year.
Good news for the working class
The coming year may bring news of relief for employed people and taxpayers. The biggest discussion is about the 8th Pay Commission. It is expected that it can be implemented from January 1, 2026, which will lead to a tremendous increase in the income of government employees and pensioners. According to initial estimates, the salary may increase by 20 to 35 percent. While the fitment factor in the 7th Pay Commission was 2.57, now it is likely to be increased to 3.0.
Taxpayers’ burden will be lighter
Along with this, the new Income Tax Bill will also lighten the burden of the taxpayers. The government has indicated reduction in the rates of Goods and Services (GST), due to which the items of common need may become cheaper. Under the new tax bill, changes have also been made in the slabs, which will directly benefit the salaried class and small traders. Also, a new ‘pre-filled ITR form’ will also be introduced to make tax filing easier.
Big change in EPFO rules
The change in the rules of Provident Fund i.e. EPFO is no less than a gift for private sector employees. Now withdrawing PF money will become easier than before. Instead of the old 13 different conditions, the withdrawal rules have now been divided into only three main categories: essential needs, household expenses and special circumstances. This will save you from unnecessary paperwork while withdrawing money for medical emergency or marriage.
Banking rules will be strict
On the other hand, rules are being tightened to prevent banking fraud. From January 1, linking of PAN and Aadhar card will become mandatory for almost every financial service. If you have not linked them yet, your bank accounts may be frozen. Apart from this, to make UPI and digital payments secure, the process of SIM verification and digital identification will be further tightened, so that online fraud can be curbed.
Can get relief from inflation
Kitchen and travel expenses may reduce slightly in the new year. There is a possibility of a fall in the prices of CNG and PNG due to changes in the Unified Tariff System. According to the report, CNG may become cheaper by Rs 2.50 per kg and PNG by Rs 1.80. However, in view of pollution, strictness will be increased on old petrol-diesel vehicles and commercial vehicles in big cities, which may affect logistics services.
Government is also serious about digital security
The government is also serious about the digital security of children. It is possible that in 2026, new guidelines on the use of social media for children under 16 years of age may be implemented, in which features like parental control and age verification will be mandatory. At the same time, to avail the benefits of PM-Kisan scheme, it may be necessary for the farmers to make a ‘Unique Farmer ID’, which will bring transparency in the scheme.
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