EPFO UAN FAQs: From KYC to Aadhaar seeding, 20 essentials you must know about this crucial 12-digit ID

Navigating the EPFO UAN (Employee Provident Fund Organisation Universal Account Number) is pivotal for optimising Provident Fund management. This distinctive 12-digit identifier streamlines processes such as fund transfers and withdrawals across employments, ensuring seamless continuity of benefits. Here’s an in-depth look into key UAN FAQs, from its significance in online PF transfers to the integration of Aadhaar and PAN, empowering you to harness its full potential for managing EPF benefits efficiently.

Here are key FAQs to demystify UAN and its functionalities:

1. What is UAN?

UAN (Universal Account Number) is a unique 12-digit number allotted to each member, ensuring portability and continuity of benefits across different employments.

2. What are the advantages of having a UAN?

Activating your UAN allows access to benefits like online passbook updates, UAN card download, and simplified KYC updates.

3. How can I know the status of my UAN?

Check the status on the unified portal at https://unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in.

4. Who can generate UAN and How can I get my UAN?

Employers generate UANs; ensure continuity by providing it to new employers when changing jobs.

5. What is the importance of UAN in online transfer of PF?

UAN simplifies PF transfers across different employers, ensuring consolidated management and ease of tracking.

6. How is Aadhaar seeded with UAN?

Members can link Aadhaar through the EPFO member portal post UAN activation by the employer.

7. How is PAN seeded with UAN?

Members can link PAN similarly through the EPFO member portal.

8. How is a bank account seeded with UAN?

Members can link their bank accounts via the EPFO member portal for streamlined claims processing.

9. What are the benefits of seeding Aadhaar, PAN, and bank accounts with UAN?

Enables online claim submissions and direct filing without employer signatures, enhancing convenience.

10. What is the Universal Account Number (UAN)?

Ans: A 12-digit identifier linked to the member’s active PF account, facilitating streamlined EPF services.

11. Who allots the Universal Account Number?

EPFO allocates UANs based on employer requests or individual Aadhaar linkage.

12. What is the process for name change due to marriage against UAN when Aadhaar is updated?

Members can digitally apply for name changes, supported by documents like marriage certificates.

13. How can a member know his UAN?

Visit the unified member portal and follow the steps to retrieve UAN via registered mobile number.

14. How can a member activate his UAN?

Activate UAN online through EPF member portal or the UMANG app using authorised PIN verification.

15. Can one mobile number be linked with multiple UANs?

Yes, a single mobile number can be linked with multiple UANs.

16. How to activate UAN via offline mode?

UAN activation is strictly online; offline activation isn’t available.

17. In which format should I create my UAN password?

Passwords must be 7-20 characters, including special characters, capitals, and digits as specified.

18. What if my UAN is not seeded with Aadhaar?

Members can seed Aadhaar themselves via the member portal or use the e-KYC service for direct linkage.

19. How can I seed my KYC details with UAN?

Log in to the EPF account, select KYC, and submit details for employer approval and UIDAI verification.

20. How can I view/download my UAN card?

Ans: Log in with UAN and password, go to 'Download' menu, and select 'Download UAN Card' for a PDF copy.

Understanding these facets of UAN ensures effective management of EPF benefits and services.