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- EPFO: Check EPF balance; download passbook, activate UAN & more; 5 EPF services available on Umang app
The EPFO has now made it possible for users to generate and activate their UAN directly via the UMANG app ...More
The EPFO has now made it possible for users to generate and activate their UAN directly via the UMANG app. This innovative approach incorporates Aadhaar-based facial recognition, streamlining access to essential EPFO services. After activating their UAN, employees can easily check their EPF balance and download passbooks. ...Less
- EPFO services you can still avail on its portal: Tracking application status, filing death claim, UAN allotment and more
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has revamped its services for members, allowing UAN activation ...More
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has revamped its services for members, allowing UAN activation solely through the UMANG app, utilizing advanced face authentication. While members can track pension applications and file death claims via the EPFO portal, UAN allotment and retrieval services continue to be accessible on the EPFO website. ...Less
- How to get Rs 3 lakh/month from my Rs 2 crore EPF corpus?
ET Wealth Reader's Query: I retired at 53 and have Rs 2 crore in my EPF account. I understand that I can ...More
ET Wealth Reader's Query: I retired at 53 and have Rs 2 crore in my EPF account. I understand that I can continue to earn interest on the balance for up to three years even without fresh contributions. What are the tax rules for this? My monthly expenses are Rs 3 lakh. I want to optimise returns and get steady income. ...Less
- EPFO told to pay 6% interest on Rs 14 lakh PF claim after 35-day delay: What consumer commission said
The Mumbai consumer commission ruled against the EPFO, citing service deficiency linked to inadequate com ...More
The Mumbai consumer commission ruled against the EPFO, citing service deficiency linked to inadequate communication regarding a joint declaration application. Consequently, the commission mandated EPFO to pay six percent interest on the delayed EPF claim, which was filed by the complainant back in October 2016. EPFO has been instructed to fulfill this directive within a strict timeframe of forty-five days. ...Less
- EPF scheme launches EEC 2026: If you missed EPF enrolment, find out whether you can enrol before the October 31 deadline
Salaried employees who want to opt for EPF scheme but could not due to issue with employer can now do so ...More
Salaried employees who want to opt for EPF scheme but could not due to issue with employer can now do so by October 31, 2026 if these conditions are satisfied. Read the article to know more. ...Less
- Young workers drive India's formal employment as 79% of new UANs come from 18-30 age group
Young individuals aged eighteen to thirty are now leading India's formal employment expansion. This demog ...More
Young individuals aged eighteen to thirty are now leading India's formal employment expansion. This demographic represents seventy-nine percent of new Universal Account Numbers generated. The 21 to 25 age group forms the largest cohort entering formal employment. Businesses are increasing investments in apprenticeships and job-ready skills development. ...Less
- SC asks Centre to consider devising safeguards to ensure no misuse of EPFO, ITR data
The Supreme Court finds private access to sensitive EPFO and ITR data worrisome. It urged the Centre to d ...More
The Supreme Court finds private access to sensitive EPFO and ITR data worrisome. It urged the Centre to devise safeguards against potential misuse of this information. A bench noted a commercial technology ecosystem accessing personal data. The court suggested expert assistance for an effective data protection mechanism. The government was asked to take steps to prevent data misuse by private enterprises. ...Less
- EPFO urges establishments to enrol eligible workers under EEC 2026
Establishments can now enrol previously uncovered employees under EPF. This Employees' Enrolment Campaign ...More
Establishments can now enrol previously uncovered employees under EPF. This Employees' Enrolment Campaign 2026 offers a one-time opportunity for compliance. Eligible workers will gain access to provident fund and pension benefits. Employers must complete enrolment and remittance through the online portal. The campaign aims to bring more workers into the social security framework. ...Less
- India sees sharper demand for specialised, mid-career talent as GCC hiring accelerates
Global capability centres are rapidly increasing hiring for specialized and mid-career professionals. Tec ...More
Global capability centres are rapidly increasing hiring for specialized and mid-career professionals. Technology and innovation are now key drivers for these centres' expansion. Experienced talent is increasingly sought after for immediate contributions to transformation programs. Contractual roles now form a significant portion of the global capability centre workforce. ...Less
- At least 9, including foreign nationals, killed in Kolkata hotel fire
Kolkata Hotel Fire: Altogether 80 persons have been rescued, the state Fire minister said. The PM and CM ...More
Kolkata Hotel Fire: Altogether 80 persons have been rescued, the state Fire minister said. The PM and CM expressed condolences. This comes close on the heels of death of nine pilgrims in Tarapith few days back. ...Less
- EPFO e-Office app services to remain unavailable on this date due to system upgrade
Attention users: The Employees Provident Fund Organisation e-Office application will not be accessible on ...More
Attention users: The Employees Provident Fund Organisation e-Office application will not be accessible on August 5 for essential system upgrades initiated by the NIC e-Office team. This means certain functionalities will experience constraints. Additionally, EPFO services through the UMANG app will also face downtime due to system migrations. Expect mild delays in processing claims and services during this period. ...Less
- Lost track of old PF account? Govt reveals how new EPFO e-portal helps trace and transfer balance
The EPFO has launched a new digital platform to help members trace old accounts. Members can now securely ...More
The EPFO has launched a new digital platform to help members trace old accounts. Members can now securely access and transfer their accumulated PF balances online. This new portal simplifies the process of consolidating funds from inoperative EPF accounts. ...Less
- EPF interest not credited yet? 3 easy ways to check if your PF interest has been credited
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has begun crediting 8.25% interest for the financial year 2025 ...More
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation has begun crediting 8.25% interest for the financial year 2025-26. Many EPF subscribers are receiving SMS notifications confirming this interest credit. Members can check their EPF balance through the EPFO portal, a missed call, or SMS service. ...Less
- EPF calculator: How much PF corpus can you generate with Rs 25,000 basic pay and 30 years of service?
An Employees Provident Fund subscriber could accumulate over Rs 1.12 crore in 30 years. This significant ...More
An Employees Provident Fund subscriber could accumulate over Rs 1.12 crore in 30 years. This significant corpus is projected with a Rs 25,000 monthly salary and an 8.25% interest rate. The total contributions amount to Rs 33.26 lakh, while interest earned reaches Rs 78.49 lakh. Compounding interest plays a crucial role in this substantial wealth accumulation over time. ...Less
- Rs 9,330 crore lying in the inoperative EPF accounts; is your account also one of them; here's how to claim fund
As much as Rs 9,330.56 crore lies in inoperative Employees Provident Fund accounts. This unclaimed amount ...More
As much as Rs 9,330.56 crore lies in inoperative Employees Provident Fund accounts. This unclaimed amount is as of March 31, 2026, according to government data. The Employees Provident Fund Organisation is conducting outreach initiatives to inform members. Inoperative accounts are those with no contributions for three years after retirement. Workers can claim their inoperative EPF funds by transferring or withdrawing them. ...Less
- Automatic EPF transfer on switching job: Who can access this facility and who will be left out?
The new EPF reforms introduce automatic fund transfers when changing jobs. This facility requires an Aadh ...More
The new EPF reforms introduce automatic fund transfers when changing jobs. This facility requires an Aadhaar-linked and KYC-compliant Universal Account Number for members. Employees in private and exempted EPF organizations will not receive this automatic transfer. Members can check their previous work history on the EPFO portal for verification. Several digital reforms aim to simplify claims and improve member services. ...Less
- Did you receive 8.25% EPF interest today in your account? Here's how you can check it
Employees Provident Fund Organisation members anticipate receiving 8.25 percent interest today. This inte ...More
Employees Provident Fund Organisation members anticipate receiving 8.25 percent interest today. This interest payment applies to the financial year 2025-2026 for many subscribers. EPFO subscribers can check their updated balances through the UMANG app or SMS. The EPFO member e-Sewa portal also provides access to account details. Interest accrues monthly, ensuring no loss if credit is delayed. ...Less
- EPFO upgrades unified member portal: UAN activation, generation through portal discontinued; here's how you can do it now
The EPFO's unified member portal is now live after an upgrade, bringing a new look and significant change ...More
The EPFO's unified member portal is now live after an upgrade, bringing a new look and significant changes. Key services like UAN activation and direct allotment have moved to the UMANG app, utilizing Aadhaar-based Face Authentication. While UAN retrieval is simplified on the portal, death claim filing remains accessible. This update aims for faster, more secure services for all users. ...Less
- EPF Scheme 2026: Key changes in nominations, PF withdrawals, and employer compliance
Key features— such as the 12% contribution rate for employers and employees as well as the Rs.15,000 stat ...More
Key features— such as the 12% contribution rate for employers and employees as well as the Rs.15,000 statutory wage ceiling—remain unchanged, but the formalisation of revised provisions will trigger new operational obligations. ...Less
- EPF interest credit by July 15, 2026: How to check if 8.25% interest has been credited to your PF account
Employees’ Provident Fund interest for FY 2025-26 will be credited by July 15, 2026. Subscribers will rec ...More
Employees’ Provident Fund interest for FY 2025-26 will be credited by July 15, 2026. Subscribers will receive an 8.25% interest rate on their EPF contributions. This marks the third consecutive year the interest rate remains unchanged. EPFO members can check their balance through the UMANG app or SMS service. Interest accrues monthly, so delays do not cause subscriber losses. ...Less
- EPFO portal downtime extended for a day: When will EPF passbook, claims and UAN services be restored?
EPFO services, including online claim submissions and passbook downloads, will be unavailable until July ...More
EPFO services, including online claim submissions and passbook downloads, will be unavailable until July 2 2026, due to a system migration. Members can check their EPF balance via a missed call if their UAN is linked with Aadhaar, PAN, and bank details. ...Less
- EPFO claims may take longer for 2 weeks after major system upgrade; members asked to avoid repeated requests
The Employees Provident Fund Organisation has finished a major system upgrade and database consolidation. ...More
The Employees Provident Fund Organisation has finished a major system upgrade and database consolidation. Some EPFO services are temporarily unavailable on the UMANG app due to this migration. ...Less
- EPF Scheme 2026 replaces EPF Scheme 1952: Have EPF interest rate, contribution and wage ceiling changed?
EPF Scheme 2026: The Employees' Provident Funds Scheme, 2026, has replaced the 1952 version, bringing the ...More
EPF Scheme 2026: The Employees' Provident Funds Scheme, 2026, has replaced the 1952 version, bringing the EPF under the new Social Security Code. While key benefits like contribution rates and UAN remain unchanged, the new framework emphasizes digital processes and introduces stricter governance for exempted trusts. ...Less
- EPFO services interrupted from June 26-30: Check full list of services unavailable for five days
EPFO services, including its member and employer portals and the UMANG app, will be temporarily unavailab ...More
EPFO services, including its member and employer portals and the UMANG app, will be temporarily unavailable from June 26th to June 30th due to a scheduled system migration. This upgrade aims to enhance service speed, reliability, and security. ...Less
- EPFO user alert! Claim submission, processing unavailable from June 26-28; UMANG services also affected
EPFO's online portal will be inaccessible for claim submissions and processing from June 26th to June 28t ...More
EPFO's online portal will be inaccessible for claim submissions and processing from June 26th to June 28th, 2026, due to a planned technology upgrade. Services on the Umang app will also be unavailable until July 2nd. This temporary shutdown aims to enhance service delivery and user experience. ...Less
- EPF UAN: Do you need to activate UAN every time you change jobs? Check details here
EPFO UAN: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to work in a campaign mode with employers and ...More
EPFO UAN: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to work in a campaign mode with employers and ensure the activation of the Universal Account Number (UAN) of employees. The activation process can be completed using an Aadhaar-based OTP ...Less
- UAN is a must for smooth transfer of Provident Fund
An employee is supposed to have a single UAN. Read on to find out what to do in case of multiple UANs and ...More
An employee is supposed to have a single UAN. Read on to find out what to do in case of multiple UANs and how to avoid it while changing jobs. ...Less
- EPFO simplifies UAN allotment: Now generate, activate UAN instantly with Face ID on UMANG App; Know how to use it
The EPFO circular has specified the process that provident fund members can use to instantly get and acti ...More
The EPFO circular has specified the process that provident fund members can use to instantly get and activate their UAN. It is important to note that UAN is one of the important documents in EPF. ...Less
- How to find UAN online on EPFO portal: Step-by-step guide
The 12-digit unique number called the Universal Account Number (UAN) remains the same throughout an emplo ...More
The 12-digit unique number called the Universal Account Number (UAN) remains the same throughout an employee's career, regardless of how many jobs he or she has switched. ...Less
- How to link UAN with Aadhaar
Here are three ways to link UAN to Aadhaar for faster PF claim settlement after you have activated your U ...More
Here are three ways to link UAN to Aadhaar for faster PF claim settlement after you have activated your UAN. ...Less
- EPFO relaxes UAN rule for PF settlement, but sets riders
The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) had made it mandatory to provide UAN on claim applicatio ...More
The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) had made it mandatory to provide UAN on claim application forms in December last year. ...Less
- EPFO UAN generation: Only EPF members can generate PF Universal Account Number now on Umang application
EPFO UAN generation: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation will introduce new rules. Starting August ...More
EPFO UAN generation: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation will introduce new rules. Starting August 1, 2025, UAN allotment and activation will be done through the UMANG App. Face Authentication Technology will be used. This will ensure error-free UAN generation. New facilities are available on the UMANG App. ...Less
- Have multiple EPF account UANs? Here’s how to merge more than two UANs
The UAN is constant throughout your career; even if you change jobs over the years, your UAN will remain ...More
The UAN is constant throughout your career; even if you change jobs over the years, your UAN will remain the same. With the use of the Universal Account Number, or UAN, one can merge their multiple EPF accounts. ...Less
- PF interest for FY26 being credited; passbook balance to be updated by July 15
EPFO is processing annual interest for FY 2025-26, with balances updated by July 15. This faster credit c ...More
EPFO is processing annual interest for FY 2025-26, with balances updated by July 15. This faster credit cycle is enabled by the new CITES 2.01 digital platform. The government approved an 8.25% interest rate, impacting over 34 crore member accounts. EPFO has also simplified partial withdrawal rules and automated account transfers after job switches. ...Less
- EPFO online services not available without active UAN: Here’s how to activate it
EPFO online services not available without active UAN: Universal Account Number (UAN) is a 12-digit numbe ...More
EPFO online services not available without active UAN: Universal Account Number (UAN) is a 12-digit number provided to each member of EPFO. The UAN acts as an umbrella for the multiple EPF Member IDs allotted to an individual. Employees should activate UAN to avail any EPFO services online. ...Less
- Have more than one UAN? You may be losing money, here’s how you can merge multiple UAN and consolidate your EPF accounts
Employees often end up with multiple Universal Account Numbers due to data mismatches or onboarding issue ...More
Employees often end up with multiple Universal Account Numbers due to data mismatches or onboarding issues. This can lead to significant interest loss on inactive Provident Fund accounts and complicate tax planning. The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation offers a straightforward online process to merge these UANs. ...Less
- How your UAN details can help in transferring EPF account to new employer
Individual employees can effortlessly transfer their EPF with the help of their UAN numbers. Before compl ...More
Individual employees can effortlessly transfer their EPF with the help of their UAN numbers. Before completing an account transfer application, members must remember to link their Aadhaar and seed their bank data against their UAN in order to make PF transfer claims online. ...Less
- Link UAN with Aadhaar by Dec 31 else EPF account contributions will stop: Here's how to link
The UAN deadline was extended several times. Initially, UAN-Aadhaar linking was to be done May 31, 2021. ...More
The UAN deadline was extended several times. Initially, UAN-Aadhaar linking was to be done May 31, 2021. However, this was extended twice again - first to August 31, 2021 and then to November 30, 2021. The deadline was extended to December 31, 2021. ...Less
- Government may make UAN mandatory for EPFO subscribers
The UAN remains portable throughout the lifetime of an employee and they don't have to apply for PF trans ...More
The UAN remains portable throughout the lifetime of an employee and they don't have to apply for PF transfer claims at changing jobs. ...Less
- Deadline to activate UAN for EPFO's ELI Scheme extended again; Check new last date, how to activate your UAN and avail benefits
Employees can activate their UAN through the EPFO portal using an Aadhaar-based OTP. This activation is m ...More
Employees can activate their UAN through the EPFO portal using an Aadhaar-based OTP. This activation is mandatory to claim monetary benefits under the ELI scheme announced in the Union Budget 2024. ...Less
- How to check if EPF UAN is linked with Aadhaar: Ways to link UAN with Aadhaar
If you are not sure if your UAN is linked to Aadhaar, then follow the steps below to check. Here are diff ...More
If you are not sure if your UAN is linked to Aadhaar, then follow the steps below to check. Here are different ways to link your UAN with Aadhaar. ...Less
- How to activate UAN for your EPF account
To access various services such as updating nomination details, making a withdrawal etc. on the EPFO's me ...More
To access various services such as updating nomination details, making a withdrawal etc. on the EPFO's member sewa portal, your Universal Account Number, commonly knows as UAN, must be activated. Here is how to do it. ...Less
- Aadhaar-UAN linking deadline extended till November 30, two and half months after expiry of old one
In May 2021, the government made it mandatory for UAN to be linked with the Aadhaar number. This was done ...More
In May 2021, the government made it mandatory for UAN to be linked with the Aadhaar number. This was done under section 142 of the Code on Social Security, 2020 through a gazette notification dated April 30, 2021. ...Less
- EPF account: How to generate, activate UAN
Employees can create their own UAN numbers by following a few simple procedures. After you have your 12-d ...More
Employees can create their own UAN numbers by following a few simple procedures. After you have your 12-digit UAN number, you can access your Employee Provident Fund (EPF) account. It also allows you to check the balance of your EPF account and review your passbook. ...Less
- Aadhar seeding process as KYC for UAN simplified: Know about EPFO’s latest changes for profile update
The EPFO has simplified Aadhaar as KYC for UAN, allowing members with matching details to update profiles ...More
The EPFO has simplified Aadhaar as KYC for UAN, allowing members with matching details to update profiles directly, bypassing employer approval. Employers can correct mismatches in name, gender, or date of birth via Joint Declaration. ...Less
- Wrong EPF member ID linked to your UAN? Here is how you can delink it
The EPFO introduced a facility for delinking erroneous member IDs from UANs. Members can now delink wrong ...More
The EPFO introduced a facility for delinking erroneous member IDs from UANs. Members can now delink wrongly-linked IDs by following a step-by-step process on the EPFO portal, ensuring their UANs reflect accurate employment records. ...Less
- Implementation of EPFO's UAN at tardy pace in East: Official
Out of 35 lakh active provident fund users only 1.73 lakh users from West Bengal have opted for the UAN t ...More
Out of 35 lakh active provident fund users only 1.73 lakh users from West Bengal have opted for the UAN till date, the official stated. ...Less
- KYCs of over 50% EPF subscribers not seeded with UAN
The government has directed all establishments covered under EPFO to get 100% KYC seeded with UANs of the ...More
The government has directed all establishments covered under EPFO to get 100% KYC seeded with UANs of the PF Members. Seeding of these KYC details with UAN is mandatory and failure in doing so is a punishable offence. ...Less
- EPFO update: 10 key changes new centralised system brings to EPF, EPS subscribers
EPFO has centralized its member database for faster and smoother service delivery. Annual interest for FY ...More
EPFO has centralized its member database for faster and smoother service delivery. Annual interest for FY 2025-2026 will be credited by July 15, 2026. Advance withdrawal auto-settlement limits have been raised to Rs 5 lakh. Automatic PF account transfers will occur upon job changes without separate forms. EPFO services are now accessible from any PF office across India. ...Less
- Seed your bank account with UAN to get easy PF withdrawal, seamless transfer: EPFO
Linking your bank account to your UAN ensures that your monthly EPF contributions are seamlessly transfer ...More
Linking your bank account to your UAN ensures that your monthly EPF contributions are seamlessly transferred directly into your account, providing convenient and immediate access to your funds. ...Less
- No leave till October 15, complete work on UAN: EPFO to staff
No EPFO staff can take leave till October 15, the deadline to make portable universal account PF numbers ...More
No EPFO staff can take leave till October 15, the deadline to make portable universal account PF numbers (UAN) operational, the retirement fund body said. ...Less
- Linking EPF with Aadhaar mandatory now: How to check if UAN is linked with Aadhaar number
The government has made it mandatory for UAN to be linked with Aadhaar so that employers are able to file ...More
The government has made it mandatory for UAN to be linked with Aadhaar so that employers are able to file Employee Cum Return (ECR) challan and deposit the money into your EPF account from September 1, 2021. Here's how you can check if your UAN is linked to Aadhaar. ...Less
- How to generate UAN online using Aadhaar even before joining a new job
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has put in place an online mechanism through which one ...More
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has put in place an online mechanism through which one can self-generate the UAN. ...Less
- Applying for higher EPS pension? What to do if name in application is not as per UAN
EPFO has released important FAQs related to errors members are facing while applying for higher EPS pensi ...More
EPFO has released important FAQs related to errors members are facing while applying for higher EPS pension. Here are few FAQs when your name, details is not as per UAN. ...Less
- How to reset or change your EPF UAN password?
You can reset your password if your UAN has been activated. If you've forgotten your UAN password and wan ...More
You can reset your password if your UAN has been activated. If you've forgotten your UAN password and want to reset it using your phone number, or if you want to change it without using your phone number, follow the procedures. ...Less
- EPFO issues 4.17 cr UANs for seeding with workers' KYCs
Initiating the process of providing portable Universal Account Numbers to members, retirement fund body E ...More
Initiating the process of providing portable Universal Account Numbers to members, retirement fund body EPFO today issued 4.17 crore UANs to firms for seeding them with workers' KYCs like Aadhaar and bank account number. ...Less
- Major EPFO update: New FAT rule delays payroll, UAN generation; are you impacted?
EPFO mandates that, starting August 1, 2025, all allotment and activation of UANs should be done through ...More
EPFO mandates that, starting August 1, 2025, all allotment and activation of UANs should be done through the UMANG app using face authentication technology. ...Less
- EPFO to receive your PF contributions only if UAN is linked to current employer
From December 20, 2016, EPFO is introducing a new version of Electronic Challan cum Return to provide a u ...More
From December 20, 2016, EPFO is introducing a new version of Electronic Challan cum Return to provide a unified platform for various EPF services. ...Less
- Deadline to activate UAN for EPFO's ELI Scheme extended again; here is how to activate your UAN and avail benefits
The UAN activation and linking of bank account with Aadhaar is necessary to avail of benefits under the E ...More
The UAN activation and linking of bank account with Aadhaar is necessary to avail of benefits under the EPFO's Employment-Linked Incentive Scheme ...Less
- Aadhaar–UAN linking deadline ends: EPFO says no ECR filing allowed for defaulter employers from these regions, industries
The Employees Provident Fund Organisation will not grant further extensions for Aadhaar-UAN linking. Empl ...More
The Employees Provident Fund Organisation will not grant further extensions for Aadhaar-UAN linking. Employers in the North East Region, Beedi-making, building and construction, and plantation industries must complete this by October 31, 2025. Failure to do so will prevent ECR filing for November 2025 wages onwards. Offices are conducting awareness drives. ...Less
- EPFO: No ELI benefits if you don't activate UAN by November 30, 2024, how to activate UAN on EPFO member portal
UAN activation deadline: Employees must activate their Universal Account Number (UAN) and link their Aadh ...More
UAN activation deadline: Employees must activate their Universal Account Number (UAN) and link their Aadhaar to their bank accounts. This mandatory step must be completed by November 30, 2024. ...Less
- Deadline to activate UAN for EPFO's ELI Scheme extended to this date: Here is how to activate UAN to avail ELI benefits
The UAN activation and linking of bank accounts with Aadhaar is necessary to avail of benefits under the ...More
The UAN activation and linking of bank accounts with Aadhaar is necessary to avail of benefits under the EPFO's Employment Linked Incentive Scheme. ...Less
- Deadline to activate UAN for EPFO's ELI scheme is February 15: How to activate UAN to avail ELI benefits
The deadline to activate the Universal Account Number (UAN) and link your bank account with Aadhaar for t ...More
The deadline to activate the Universal Account Number (UAN) and link your bank account with Aadhaar for the EPFO's Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme is February 15, 2025. UAN activation enables access to EPFO's online services. ...Less
- How to update UAN and EPF KYC details Online
UAN stands for Universal Account Number is a 12-digit number given to each EPFO member. Here are few impo ...More
UAN stands for Universal Account Number is a 12-digit number given to each EPFO member. Here are few important FAQs on UAN KYC, release by EPFO. ...Less
- 4 ways to link PF account with Aadhaar
To file any EPF withdrawal claim online, it is mandatory for your EPF account to be linked to Aadhaar. Yo ...More
To file any EPF withdrawal claim online, it is mandatory for your EPF account to be linked to Aadhaar. You are required to link your UAN to your Aadhaar number. Before starting the linking process, ensure that your UAN is active. ...Less
- How to find your UAN
The EPFO has a portal where subscribers can view account details, download EPF passbook and carry out tra ...More
The EPFO has a portal where subscribers can view account details, download EPF passbook and carry out transactions such as withdrawal of funds or transfer of PF money from one employer to another. ...Less
- 1.09 crore UANs portable out of 6.38 crore issued by EPFO: Bandaru Dattatreya
UAN provides automatic portability of PF account on change of employment if the employee has activated hi ...More
UAN provides automatic portability of PF account on change of employment if the employee has activated his UAN by seeding his KYC details through the employer. ...Less
- Need to change your name in EPF? No documents required for Aadhaar-linked UAN
EPFO has simplified updating member profiles for those with Aadhaar-validated UANs, eliminating the need ...More
EPFO has simplified updating member profiles for those with Aadhaar-validated UANs, eliminating the need for documents in many cases. ...Less
- EPFO subscribers can now generate UAN via face authentication process
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced face authentication for generating Unive ...More
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has introduced face authentication for generating Universal Account Numbers (UAN) and accessing related services, simplifying the process for millions of subscribers. This initiative, along with the removal of certain documentation requirements and employer approvals, aims to provide contactless, secure, and fully digital service delivery. ...Less
- EPFO enables face authentication for UAN generation and activation
This is part of the series of measures announced by EPFO over the last one month under EPFO 2.0 initiativ ...More
This is part of the series of measures announced by EPFO over the last one month under EPFO 2.0 initiative to streamline processes and simplify procedures. The move aimed at enhancing the ease of living for millions of EPFO subscribers while fast-tracking UAN generation and activation for all EPFO subscribers. ...Less
- EPFO extends deadline to activate UAN for ELI scheme, check last date here
UAN Activation deadline extended: The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has extended the deadl ...More
UAN Activation deadline extended: The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has extended the deadline to activate UAN and Aadhaar seeding of bank account to December 15, 2024, from the original deadline of November 30, 2024. The extension was announced via a post on X. The EPFO has issued the circular for the same as well. ...Less
- Employers must activate staffers' UAN by April 1 in Madhya Pradesh: EPFO
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has asked employers to activate their employees' Univer ...More
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has asked employers to activate their employees' Universal Account Numbers (UAN) by April 1 in Madhya Pradesh. ...Less
- New EPF Scheme, 2026: What existing and new PF subscribers should know
India's Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) is undergoing a significant modernization with the EPF Scheme, 20 ...More
India's Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) is undergoing a significant modernization with the EPF Scheme, 2026. Existing subscribers will see continuity in their balances and membership, while new entrants will find a clearer framework for contributions and benefits. A key change involves increased flexibility for voluntary contributions, allowing employees to build larger retirement funds. ...Less
- EPFO taking legal action against cos for not meeting UAN norms
EPFO has started taking legal action against employers who are not complying with its guidelines on the U ...More
EPFO has started taking legal action against employers who are not complying with its guidelines on the Universal Account Number (UAN) for employees ...Less
- EPFO makes UAN mandatory for all employers under its purview
The deadline for completing the formalities is August 25 after which action will be taken against those f ...More
The deadline for completing the formalities is August 25 after which action will be taken against those failing to comply with the order. ...Less
- How EPFO's unified portal can help employees
Although it is still not mandatory for one to link their UAN to Aadhaar, doing so can make life simpler a ...More
Although it is still not mandatory for one to link their UAN to Aadhaar, doing so can make life simpler and the claims settlement process can be a breeze. ...Less
- Merge 10 old EPF accounts at one go with this new service
Under this facility, subscribers of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) can merge as many a ...More
Under this facility, subscribers of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) can merge as many as 10 previous accounts with their UAN at one go. ...Less
- EPF account: How to link your new mobile number with EPF UAN
Employees PF balance and notifications regarding employer contributions will be sent to the registered mo ...More
Employees PF balance and notifications regarding employer contributions will be sent to the registered mobile number. If you don’t have your previous number with you, in that case you will have to register mobile number with Aadhaar. ...Less
- EPF new rules: EPFO issues SOP on how to freeze, defreeze UAN
In order to detect probable situations of suspicious accounts or transactions where there may be a risk o ...More
In order to detect probable situations of suspicious accounts or transactions where there may be a risk of impersonation or fraudulent withdrawals, multiple stages of verification for MIDs, UANs, and institutions will be carried out as part of the SOP. Here is a look at EPFO's latest SOP freezing and defreezing UANs of EPF subscribers. ...Less
- Deadline to activate UAN for EPFO's ELI Scheme ends on January 15, 2025: Step by step guide to activate UAN
Deadline to activate UAN: The UAN activation and linking of bank account with Aadhaar is necessary to ava ...More
Deadline to activate UAN: The UAN activation and linking of bank account with Aadhaar is necessary to avail of benefits under the EPFO's Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme. ...Less
- 10.96 lakh universal PF account numbers activated so far, EPFO to sensitise firms soon
As per Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) data, so far made 1.09 crore UANs are ready for acti ...More
As per Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) data, so far made 1.09 crore UANs are ready for activation by its members. ...Less
- EPF account transfer on switching jobs: These employees can apply for EPF a/c transfer from old to new employer on their own; Check details here
EPF account transfer on switching jobs: The requirement for an employee to submit online transfer claims ...More
EPF account transfer on switching jobs: The requirement for an employee to submit online transfer claims via the previous or current employer has been removed for specified cases listed below. ...Less
- Your Aadhaar number can help you download your UAN, PPO from DigiLocker. Here's how
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) announced on its Twitter handle that the Pension Paymen ...More
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) announced on its Twitter handle that the Pension Payment Order (PPO) number and Universal Account Number (UAN) are now available on the government's e-locker service DigiLocker. ...Less
- Employers to get incentive for providing UAN to EPFO subscribers
UAN offers easy portability of PF accounts between employers. It also allows members to view their EPF ac ...More
UAN offers easy portability of PF accounts between employers. It also allows members to view their EPF accounts with current and former employers. ...Less
- How to generate UAN in your EPF account
How to generate UAN in your EPF account ...More
How to generate UAN in your EPF account ...Less
- EPFO defers Aadhaar seeding with UANs for Northeast states, certain industries till Dec 31
“Considering the low Aadhaar penetration in the EPFO's administrative zone of north east region, time for ...More
“Considering the low Aadhaar penetration in the EPFO's administrative zone of north east region, time for mandatory seeding of Aadhaar in universal account number (UAN) for filing electronic challan cum return (ECR) is extended till 31.12.2021,” it said in a notification dated September 11. ...Less
- How to merge two or more EPF accounts
If an individual has multiple UANs, then it's important that the individual mergers all his/her UANs so t ...More
If an individual has multiple UANs, then it's important that the individual mergers all his/her UANs so that balances from the old EPF accounts can be transferred to the EPF account held with his/her current employer. Given below is the online process of merging two or more UANs of EPF accounts. Do note that an online process can be undertaken provided all the EPF accounts (old as well as new) are KYC compliant. ...Less
- Missed EPFO deadline to activate UAN for ELI benefits? You may get another chance to apply as govt yet to announce details
EPFO ELI deadline: The last date for UAN activation to get benefits under the ELI Scheme expired on Novem ...More
EPFO ELI deadline: The last date for UAN activation to get benefits under the ELI Scheme expired on November 30, 2024. If you are an EPF member and are eligible for ELI benefit but missed the deadline, then you may wonder if you will get another chance. ET Wealth online asked experts if EPF members will get another chance to claim benefits. ...Less
- Portable PF A/c number to be launched on October 16
UAN will give the facility of collation of accounts, viewing of updated accounts as well as downloading t ...More
UAN will give the facility of collation of accounts, viewing of updated accounts as well as downloading the same and collation of pensionable service. ...Less
- EPF changes in 2025: New form to transfer EPF account, instant UAN activation, other announcements made by EPFO that you need to know
EPFO has recently announced several important updates aimed at making Provident Fund (PF) operations more ...More
EPFO has recently announced several important updates aimed at making Provident Fund (PF) operations more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly. ...Less
- EPFO services soon at 2 lakh common service centres of IT Department
According to the data available at EPFO website, as many as 2.93 crore UAN's have been activated by subsc ...More
According to the data available at EPFO website, as many as 2.93 crore UAN's have been activated by subscribers, which are now portable for life. ...Less
- Now workers can generate UAN from EPFO portal directly
At present, workers are required to apply through their employers to get the universal account number (UA ...More
At present, workers are required to apply through their employers to get the universal account number (UAN), which enables them to avoid filing PF transfer claims on changing jobs. Now they do not have to depend on his or her employer for getting the UAN. The UAN remains the same throughout the life of a worker. ...Less
- EPFO 3.0 promises a digital PF experience, but can it fix years of legacy problems?
EPFO 3.0 aims to modernize provident fund services through upgraded technology, faster claim processing, ...More
EPFO 3.0 aims to modernize provident fund services through upgraded technology, faster claim processing, simplified withdrawals, digital record corrections and improved user access. While these reforms promise greater convenience, longstanding issues such as data quality, employer dependence, pension complexities and grievance resolution remain challenges that will require sustained implementation efforts. ...Less
- Latest EPFO rules: How to unblock inoperative EPF account, settle claims
The EPFO has especially outlined the procedural complications involved in UAN generation/linking, KYC see ...More
The EPFO has especially outlined the procedural complications involved in UAN generation/linking, KYC seeding, blocking, unblocking, and paying claims for transaction-less accounts and inoperative Accounts. Let us take a look at what the EPFO SOP had to say about inoperative accounts. ...Less
- EPFO portal: How you can log in to your account
To be able to log into your account on the Member Sewa portal, you should first register yourself. The re ...More
To be able to log into your account on the Member Sewa portal, you should first register yourself. The registration process requires you to activate your UAN. Follow these steps to register and log in to your account on the EPFO portal. ...Less
- Now EPFO members having UAN can link Aadhaar online
Meeting the know your customers (KYC) norms by the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) subscrib ...More
Meeting the know your customers (KYC) norms by the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) subscribers help them access a host of online services. ...Less
- How to merge two or more EPFO accounts
With the introduction of the Universal Account Number, it is possible to consolidate multiple accounts in ...More
With the introduction of the Universal Account Number, it is possible to consolidate multiple accounts into one single account for each EPFO member. ...Less
- ELI benefits from EPFO: Deadline for eligible employees to activate UAN is November 30, 2024; here’s how to do it
All employees who wish to claim benefits of the employment-linked scheme (ELI) must activate their UAN an ...More
All employees who wish to claim benefits of the employment-linked scheme (ELI) must activate their UAN and complete Aadhar verification by November 30th, 2024. ELI is classified into three categories and will cover first-time employees by offering them Rs 15,000 in 3 instalments, jobs in the manufacturing sector, and employer support. ...Less
