UAN Registration and Activation

Managing your Employee Provident Fund (EPF) investments has become more streamlined, thanks to the Universal Account Number (UAN). If you're looking to take charge of your EPF investments, understanding how to find, register, and activate your UAN is crucial. It's more than just about compliance; it's about empowering yourself with direct access to your hard-earned savings and ensuring they are working effectively for your future. 

How To Find Your UAN?

Discovering your UAN (Universal Account Number) is the first step in managing your EPF account online. Here's how you can find your UAN:

• From Your Employer: The easiest way to obtain your UAN is through your employer. The UAN is generally provided by the employer when you join a company.

• Salary Slip: Many employers mention the UAN on the employee's salary slip. Check your pay slips for the UAN.

• EPFO Portal: If you don't have your UAN from your employer, you can retrieve it through the EPFO portal. Here's a step-by-step guide:

• Visit the official EPFO website.
• Go to the ‘Our Services’ tab and select ‘For Employees’.
• Click on ‘Know Your UAN’ under the ‘Services’ section.
• Enter your PF Member ID or Aadhaar or PAN, along with your name, date of birth, mobile number, and captcha code.
• After submitting, you will receive a PIN on your registered mobile number.
• Enter this PIN on the portal to view your UAN.

• UMANG App: You can also use the UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) app to find your UAN. The app provides a user-friendly interface to access EPF services.

Your UAN remains constant throughout your career, regardless of the number of jobs you change. It's a unique number assigned to you that helps in managing your EPF account efficiently.

How to Activate UAN Online?

Activating your UAN (Universal Account Number) online is a simple process. Here’s how you can do it:

• Visit EPFO Portal: Go to the official EPFO (Employees' Provident Fund Organisation) website.

• Select ‘Activate UAN’: On the homepage, click on ‘Our Services’ and select ‘For Employees’. Then choose ‘Member UAN/Online Service (OCS/OTCP)’ and click on ‘Activate UAN’.

• Enter Your Details: Fill in your UAN, name, date of birth, mobile number, and PF Member ID. Ensure that these details match the ones in EPFO records.

• Verification: Enter the captcha code for verification and click on ‘Get Authorization Pin’.

• Receive OTP: You’ll receive an OTP (One Time Password) on your registered mobile number.

• Submit OTP: Enter the OTP in the designated field on the EPFO portal and click on the ‘Validate OTP and Activate UAN’ button.

• Create Password: Once your UAN is activated, you will be prompted to create a password for accessing the EPFO portal.

• Confirmation: Post successful activation, you will receive a confirmation message. You can now log in using your UAN and the newly created password.

How To Download Your UAN Card?

After activating your UAN, downloading your UAN card is straightforward:

• Login to EPFO Portal: Visit the EPFO website and log in using your UAN and password.

• Access UAN Card: Once logged in, click on the ‘Download’ menu and select ‘Download UAN Card’.

• Download and Print: The UAN card will be displayed on the screen. You can download it and take a printout for your records.

• UAN Card Details: Your UAN card will have important details like your UAN, name, father’s/husband’s name, KYC status, and EPFO office.

The UAN card serves as a handy document for your reference and is useful when switching jobs or monitoring your EPF account.

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Step-by-Step Process to Transfer Accounts Using the UAN

Transferring your EPF account when changing jobs has become more straightforward with the UAN. Here’s how to do it:

• Log into the UAN Member Portal: Access the portal using your UAN and password.

• Select ‘One Member – One EPF Account (Transfer Request)’: Find this option in the ‘Online Services’ tab.

• Verify Personal Information and PF Account: Ensure your personal details and PF account for present employment are correct.

• Choose Previous Employer or Current Employer for Attestation: Select either your previous or current employer to attest to the claim form based on who is authorised to handle EPF transfer requests.

• Enter Details of Previous PF Account: Fill in the details of your previous PF account that needs to be transferred.

• Get OTP: Click on ‘Get OTP’ to receive an OTP on your registered mobile number.

• Submit OTP and Request: Enter the OTP and submit your transfer request.

• Employer Approval: Your selected employer will need to approve the transfer request. You can track the status on the UAN portal.

How Can You Reset Your UAN Password for Login

If you’ve forgotten your UAN password, you can easily reset it:

• Visit UAN Portal: Go to the EPFO website and click on ‘Member UAN/Online Service’.
• Select ‘Forgot Password’: Located under the login area.
• Enter UAN and Captcha: Provide your UAN and the captcha code displayed.
• Verify with OTP: Enter your registered mobile number, and you will receive an OTP.
• Reset Password: Once OTP is verified, you can set a new password.

Documents Required for UAN Activation

To activate your UAN, certain documents are required for verification purposes:

• UAN: Provided by your employer.
• Member ID: Your EPF account number.
• Aadhaar/PAN: Linked to your UAN for KYC verification.
• Bank Account Details: Including IFSC code for EPF transactions.
• Mobile Number: For OTP verification and notifications.
• ID Proof: Any government-issued ID like Aadhaar, PAN, Driver’s License, etc., for identity verification.

FAQs on UAN Registration & Activation

Q1: What is a Universal Account Number (UAN)?

A1: UAN is a unique 12-digit number assigned to an employee contributing to the EPF, facilitating the management of EPF accounts.

Q2: How do I find my UAN?

A2: You can find your UAN through your employer, on your salary slip, or by using the ‘Know Your UAN’ facility on the EPFO portal.

Q3: How can I activate my UAN online?

A3: Activate your UAN by visiting the EPFO portal, selecting ‘Activate UAN’, and following the instructions, including OTP verification.

Q4: Why do I need to activate my UAN?

A4: Activating your UAN is necessary for managing your EPF account online, including viewing PF balance, withdrawing funds, and transferring accounts.

Q5: Can I transfer my PF account using UAN?

A5: Yes, you can transfer your PF account to a new employer using UAN through the EPFO portal.

Q6: How do I reset my UAN password?

A6: Reset your UAN password by clicking ‘Forgot Password’ on the UAN portal and following the steps to set a new password.

Q7: What documents are required for UAN activation?

A7: Documents required include your UAN, Member ID, Aadhaar/PAN, bank details, mobile number, and ID proof.

Q8: How can I download my UAN card?

A8: Log in to the UAN portal, go to the ‘Download’ menu, and select ‘Download UAN Card’.

Q9: Is it possible to have multiple UANs?

A9: No, an individual should only have one UAN, regardless of the number of jobs changed.

Q10: How do I update my KYC details in the UAN portal?

A10: Log in to the UAN portal, go to the ‘Manage’ tab, and select ‘KYC’ to update your KYC details like Aadhaar, PAN, bank account, etc.