Universal Account Number – UAN

Every employee who contributes to the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) has a unique 12-digit Universal Account Number (UAN). This number is crucial as it helps track your income, and even the Income Tax Department uses it for evaluation. The best part? Your UAN stays with you, no matter how many jobs you switch or where your career takes you.

Verified by the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, your UAN is linked to your savings account, providing a seamless way to manage your EPF account, even if you move from one job to another.

Key Features of UAN

UAN is assigned to every EPF member or employee for efficient management of their EPF account. It simplifies the process of managing your EPF contributions across different employers.

Here are some of the key features of UAN:

• Unique and Permanent: A UAN remains the same throughout an employee’s career, regardless of job changes.
• Centralized Database: Consolidates all EPF accounts of an employee under a single number.
• Portability: You may now port your EPF services from one employee to another.
• Online Access: Allows employees to view their EPF balance, passbook, and other details online.
• KYC Storage: Stores Know Your Customer (KYC) details like PAN, Aadhaar, and bank account information.
• Reduced Paperwork: Minimizes the need for physical documents and reduces processing time.
• Enhanced Security: Ensures the security of EPF contributions through digital authentication.

Steps for UAN Registration & Activation

Your employer generates the UAN (Universal Account Number) when you join a company that contributes to the EPF. However, you need to activate it to access online EPF services.

Steps to Know Your UAN

If you’re unsure of your UAN, you can find it out through the following methods:

1. Through Your Employer: When you start a new job, your employer will enroll you in the EPF. The EPFO assigns a Universal Account Number (UAN) and sends it to your employer. You can obtain your UAN and member ID from your employer or HR department.
2. Through Salary Slip: Employers often include the UAN in employees’ salary slips. Check your salary slip to find your UAN issued by your employer or company.
3. Using the EPFO Member Portal:
   • Visit the EPFO Member Portal
   • Click on “Know Your UAN”.
   • Enter your registered mobile number, captcha, and OTP.
   • Provide your name, DOB, Aadhaar/PAN/member ID, and captcha.
   • Your UAN will be displayed.

UAN Registration & Activation

To activate your UAN, you need to have your Universal Account Number or PF member ID ready. Below are the steps to activate UAN on the EPFO portal:

• Step 1: Visit the EPFO Member Portal and,
• Step 2: Click on “Activate UAN” to enter details before activation.
• Step 3: Enter your UAN, Aadhaar number, name, DOB, mobile number, and captcha.
• Step 4: Click on ‘Get Authorisation PIN’.
• Step 5: Click on the ‘I Agree’ checkbox, and enter the four-digit OTP.
• Step 6: Then click on ‘Validate OTP’ and Activate UAN

Steps to Login to UAN Portal

After activating your UAN and receiving the password on your mobile number, you can sign in to the UAN or EPFO Member e-Sewa Portal and utilize online PF services. To access your EPF account online using your UAN, follow these steps:

• Step 1: Visit the EPFO Member Portal when in need.
• Step 2: Click on the “Member” tab.
• Step 3: Enter your UAN and password.
• Step 4: If you have forgotten your password, you can reset it using the OTP sent to your registered mobile number.

Downloading Your UAN Card Online

A valid EPF number can be downloaded easily by following the steps below:

• Step 1: Log into the EPFO portal using your UAN and password.
• Step 2: Select the ‘View’ tab and choose ‘UAN Card’.
• Step 3: The card linked to your account will be displayed.
• Step 4: Click the ‘Download’ option on the top right-hand side of the screen.

Steps to Reset UAN Password

Here are the steps that help you reset your UAN Password, if you have forgotten your UAN and otherwise sense any fraudulent activities:

• Step 1: Navigate to the UAN portal.
• Step 2: Select the ‘Forgot Password’ option.
• Step 3: Enter your UAN and the displayed captcha details, then click ‘Submit’.
• Step 4: Enter your name, gender, and date of birth, then click ‘Verify’.
• Step 5: Enter your Aadhaar number and captcha code, then click ‘Verify’.
• Step 6: Enter your mobile number and click ‘Get OTP’.
• Step 7: Enter the received OTP and click ‘Verify’.
• Step 8: Enter a new password twice, then click ‘Submit’ to update the password on the EPFO portal.

PF Balance Check

You can check your PF balance with or without your UAN. Follow the below-mentioned steps to stay informed about your savings.

PF Balance Check with UAN

Here are the steps to check EPF balance with your UAN:

Step 1. Visit the EPFO Member Portal.

Step 2. Log in with your UAN and password.

Step 3. Once logged in, you can view your detailed PF balance and passbook.

PF Balance Check without UAN

There are two simple ways to access your PF balance without your UAN:

1. Check PF balance by missed call: Give a missed call to 9966044425 from your registered mobile number to receive a text message with your PF balance details.

2. Check PF balance by SMS: Send a message containing ‘EPFOHO UAN ENG’, where UAN is your personal UAN and ENG is the first three letters of your preferred language.

Steps to Link Aadhaar With UAN

Linking your UAN with Aadhaar is easy and enhances your EPF account security. Here are the steps you need to follow:

• Step 1: You may Visit the EPFO portal.
• Step 2: Sign in using your UAN, password, and captcha.
• Step 3: Under the ‘Manage’ tab, click on ‘KYC’.
• Step 4: Tick the check box for Aadhaar, enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number and name, and save the details.
• Step 5: Your details will appear under the ‘Pending KYC’ tab. Once the employer approves, it will reflect under the ‘Approved KYC’ tab (generally takes 15 days).

Update Personal Details on UAN Portal

You can update personal details such as their name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID by logging into the UAN portal. It’s important to note that the updated details must match those on the Aadhaar card; otherwise, the changes will not be reflected on the UAN portal. Additionally, employer approval is required for changes to the name and date of birth.

Steps to Update Name & Date of Birth on UAN Portal

Here are the steps to change your name and date of birth:

• Step 1: Drop into the UAN website portal to update your name and other set of details.
• Step 2: Enter your UAN number, password, captcha code, and click the ‘Sign In’ button.
• Step 3: Click on the ‘Manage’ tab, then select the ‘Joint Declaration’ option.
• Step 4: Choose your member ID and click ‘Get Details’.
• Step 5: You can update your name, date of birth, gender, parent’s name, relationship, marital status, and nationality by clicking the pen icon under the ‘Changes Requested’ column. Tick the consent for joint declaration and click ‘Proceed’.
• Step 6: Upload the required documents and click ‘Proceed’.
• Step 7: Review and submit your application for changes.
• Step 8: A message will indicate that your request is ‘Pending approval by Employer’.
• Step 9: Reach out to your employer to approve your changes.
• Step 10: Once your employer approves, the EPFO office will finalize the updates to your personal details on the UAN portal.

Steps to Update Mobile Number & Email ID on UAN Portal

Follow these steps to update your mobile number and email ID:

• Step 1: Visit the UAN Portal.
• Step 2: Enter your UAN number, password, and captcha code, then click the ‘Sign In’ button.
• Step 3: Click on the ‘Manage’ tab, then select the ‘Contact Details’ option.
• Step 4: You will see options to change your mobile number or email ID. Choose either ‘Change Mobile Number’ or ‘Change E-mail ID’.
• Step 5: Additional fields will appear. Enter your new mobile number or email ID twice, then click ‘Get Mobile OTP’ or ‘Get Authorization Pin’.
• Step 6: Enter the OTP received on your new mobile number and click ‘Submit’. Your new mobile number or email ID will then be updated on the EPFO portal.

Beside checking UAN, you can also check out more about EPF from the table below:

Beside checking UAN, you can also check out more about EPF from the table below:

Services Offered by UAN Portal

The UAN portal offers a wide range of services to EPF members/employees. Here’s an overview of channels, claims, and services offered:

Account Management:

• View PF balance and passbook
• Update personal details (address, mobile number, etc.)
• Link Aadhaar, PAN, and bank account
• Generate PF slips

Claims:

• Initiate PF withdrawal, pension, or other claims
• Track claim status

UAN Activation: Now activate your UAN for online access

KYC Update: Update your Know Your Customer (KYC) details

Online Transfer Claim: Transfer your PF balance from one employer to another

Grievance Redressal: Register and track complaints

Benefits of UAN to Employees

Here’s how having a UAN benefits you:

• Consolidated Account Management: All EPF accounts from different employers are linked under a single UAN, making tracking and managing contributions easier.
• Simplified Transfers: Switching jobs is hassle-free as transferring EPF funds between accounts becomes quicker and simpler.
• Online Access to Services: Employees can access various EPF services online, including checking balances, updating personal details, and initiating transfers.
• Faster Claim Settlement: The process of withdrawing EPF funds is streamlined, leading to faster claim settlements.
• Transparency and Security: UAN ensures transparency in EPF management and provides a secure platform for managing your savings.
• Reduced Paperwork: Most processes can be completed online, minimizing the need for physical documents.
• Easy Tracking: Employees can easily monitor their EPF contributions and growth over time.
• Portability: UAN ensures that your EPF savings remain with you even if you change jobs multiple times.

UAN Customer Care

You can contact the UAN customer service through the following ways:

Phone: 1800-118-005

Email: employeefeedback@epfindia.gov.in

Beside UAN, you can also check out more on different saving schemes from below: