Can I Convert My Old Job's EPF to a PPF Account? What's the Process?

y@gna
Instead of withdrawing or transferring my EPF account from my previous organization, I would like to convert it to PPF. Please let me know if it is possible. If yes, what is the process?

Thank you.
tsivasankaran
Understanding the Difference Between EPF and PPF

Please understand that the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is different from the Public Provident Fund (PPF). They are two distinct funds, and their purposes are also different.

EPF is a contributory fund, and one needs to be an employee under the EPF Act to participate in it.

The Public Provident Fund is for the public who want to save money. There is no contribution from others. It earns interest only and is similar to the National Savings Certificate. You can open a PPF account at any nearby post office or in many banks.

Do not get confused between these two funds.
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