IEPF stands for "Investor Education and Protection Fund." It is a fund established by the Government of India under the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, with the primary objective of protecting the interests of investors and promoting investor education. The IEPF is managed by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).

Here are some key aspects and benefits of the IEPF:

Protection of Investor Interests: The IEPF serves as a safeguard for the interests of investors by ensuring that unclaimed dividends, matured deposits, and other unclaimed funds from companies are transferred to the fund. These funds are held in trust for the rightful owners or beneficiaries.