1 October 2025 New Rules : A new month has begun today, October 1, 2025, and with it, many major changes have come into effect. These changes directly affect your pocket, your savings, and your daily life. Ignoring them could cause problems.
1. Gas cylinder prices changed
LPG cylinder prices are revised every month. Domestic gas prices have remained stable for a long time, but commercial cylinder prices have been revised. Today, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, cylinders have become more expensive. Oil marketing companies have increased the price of a 19-kilogram cylinder by ₹15.
2. New rules for booking railway tickets
Now, within the first 15 minutes of online reservations opening, only those with complete Aadhaar verification will be able to book tickets. Previously, this rule only applied to Tatkal tickets, but now it will also apply to general reservations.
3. UPI collect requests are closed
You will no longer be able to directly request money from anyone on the UPI app. NPCI has disabled this feature to prevent fraud.
4. Transfer large amounts through UPI
Starting today, you can send up to ₹5 lakh at a time using UPI. Previously, the limit was only ₹1 lakh. This will benefit businesses and those making large purchases.
5. UPI Auto-Pay Service
Now, auto-pay will be available on UPI for mobile recharges, electricity and water bills, or subscriptions. You will also receive a notification every time a payment is deducted.
6. Minimum contribution to NPS increased
The National Pension System now requires a minimum monthly deposit of Rs 1,000, up from Rs 500 previously.
7. New Tier System of NPS
From today, two options will be available in NPS –
Tier-1: With retirement and tax benefits.
Tier-2: Flexible option, but no tax exemption.
8. Pension Scheme Fees
Opening a new PRAN number will now cost ₹18 for the e-PRAN kit. The fee structure has also been simplified for NPS Lite customers.
9. 100% equity option in NPS
Non-government investors can invest their entire funds in the stock market (equities). Returns may be higher, but the risk will also increase.
10. Multiple Scheme Framework
Now, you can run schemes from different CRAs using a single PRAN number. This will provide investors with more options.
11. Strictness on online gaming
Starting today, all online gaming companies will be required to obtain a government license. To participate in real money gaming, you must be at least 18 years old.
12. RBI meeting today
The RBI’s Monetary Policy Committee is meeting today. If the repo rate is reduced, EMIs on home and car loans could become cheaper.
13. New rates for small savings schemes
New interest rates on small savings schemes like PPF, SCSS, and SSY came into effect today. As with every quarter, the government has revised these rates this time as well.
14. 21 bank holidays in October
Banks will be closed for 21 days this month due to the festive season. Banks will be closed on several festivals, including Gandhi Jayanti, Dussehra, and Diwali. Therefore, it’s best to get your work done in advance.
15. Changes in Speed ​​Post
Starting today, the Postal Department has revised Speed ​​Post rates and services. Services like OTP-based delivery, online booking, real-time tracking, and SMS notifications will now be available. Students will also receive a 10% discount and new bulk customers will receive a 5% discount.
