Now EPFO issues new rules. If you are also a government employee, then this article is for you. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) has changed the rules of the Provident Fund (PPF). After the implementation of the new rules, the way to process the claim, track the claim, and check the passbook has become easier. After the implementation of this rule, EPF members will get a lot of facilities.
EPFO new rules
Let us tell you that the Central Government has issued instructions to implement the Aadhaar Payment Bridge and 100% biometric Aadhaar authentication. After this directive, employers and employees will get the benefit of the Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme. The scheme was announced in the Union Budget 2024-25.
Activate UAN
Along with new employees, old employees will also have to activate the Universal Account Number (UAN). For this, they have to activate the UAN through the Aadhaar-based OTP process. After the UAN is activated, the EPFO member will be able to avail all the online service facilities. Yes, after the activation of UAN, you can easily use the services mentioned below:
Managing Provident Fund Account
PF Passbook Show & Download
Submitting a claim online
Updating personal details
Tracking a claim
Now members can use EPFO’s 24/7 service. Now they will not need to go to the EPFO office.
How to Activate UAN
First, go to the EPAO portal.
Select the option of Activate UAN here.
Next, enter the UAN, Aadhaar number, name, date of birth, and Aadhaar linked mobile number.
Now accept the Aadhaar OTP verification and then enter the OTP.
After the UAN is activated, the password will come on the registered mobile number.