Overview
- The agreement, signed in New Delhi by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and UK High Commissioner Lindy Cameron, covers temporary postings of up to 36 months.
- The pact allows workers to remain under their home-country system, eliminating duplicate social security payments during short-term assignments.
- The accord is set to take effect alongside the India‑UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement in the first half of 2026.
- Eligible employees will be able to obtain Certificates of Coverage from the EPFO after publication on MEA and EPFO websites to claim exemptions.
- Government estimates indicate around 75,000 Indian workers and more than 900 companies could benefit, with projected savings exceeding ₹4,000 crore, particularly in IT and finance.