PF Account: For working professionals, it is crucial to be informed about the Provident Fund (PF) account. Individuals in the corporate sector often transition to new companies over time, which results in changes not only to the work environment but also to salary and Universal Account Number (UAN). It is advisable to maintain a single universal account number by linking all your Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) accounts to it. However, employees may occasionally find themselves with multiple UANs for various reasons.
Challenges when attempting to merge the PF account
In such cases, individuals frequently encounter challenges when attempting to merge the PF account from their first employer with that of their second employer. This article aims to guide you through the merging process.
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Request to EPFO
If you possess two UANs, you can request the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to deactivate the earlier assigned UAN. To initiate this, you must send an email to uanepf@epfindia.gov.in, specifying both your current and previous UANs. Upon verification, the earlier UAN will be blocked, and your active UAN will remain operational.
Complete Form 13
Once the old UAN is deactivated, you will need to complete Form 13 to transfer the funds from the inactive UAN to your active UAN. This form can be downloaded from the official EPFO website. You will need to provide details regarding both the old and new EPF accounts.
After completing the form, your signature will be required for verification purposes. Submit the filled form to your current employer. Once this process is finalized, your UAN will be ready for merging. You can check the status of the merger by visiting the EPFO website.