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नाविक भविष्य निधि
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
The Seamens' Provident Fund is a statutory provident fund for merchant marine sailors under the Seamens' Provident Fund Act 1966, administered by the Seamens' Provident Fund Organisation under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. It provides retirement, disability, and death benefits for Indian seafarers.
Employer Enrolls Seaman
Shipping company/employer registers the seaman with SPF office at time of joining.
SPF Account Opened
Seaman receives SPF account number; CDC is linked to the account.
Contributions Made
Employer and employee make monthly contributions per the Seamens' PF Act.
Claim Settlement
On retirement/death, claim submitted via employer or directly to SPF Commissioner, Mumbai.
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Source: spfo.gov.in
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