India–UK Social Security Agreement ⭐⭐⭐

Objective

Prevent double social security contributions for workers posted abroad.

Benefits

• Around 75,000 Indian professionals expected to benefit
• Easier mobility for IT, finance, engineering and consultancy professionals

Certificate of Coverage (CoC)

Required to claim exemption from dual contributions.

Indian Authority

Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO)

UPSC Mains

• India–UK relations
• Labour mobility
• Ease of doing business