EPF is the other name for the saving’s scheme that is offered in the Indian employment sector and promoted by the government. It is managed by Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation also called EPFO. EPF is amongst the favourite retirement saving plans in India of which both the employer and employee contribute a portion of the salary every month.

 

Here’s a detailed explanation of the keywords and topics related to EPF:

 

EPF Full Form

 

EPF means – Employees’ Provident Fund that is one of the retirement benefit schemes managed by the government especially for the employees of India.

 

EPF Passbook

 

EPF passbook is simply a statement which contains all the amount deposited to the EPF account of the employee or the employer and the amount of interest earned on it. It also reveals withdrawals made on the account as well as the current balance according to the passbook.

 

EPF Passbook Login

 

For EPF passbook you need to enter through the EPF Member Portal by providing the UAN number which stands for Universal Account Number. EPF passbook contains account statements of the amount deposited, interest amount obtained on the money deposited and the current balance in the EPF account.

 

EPF Passbook Balance Check

 

You can check your EPF balance online through the EPF Member Portal, or by sending an SMS or giving a missed call to the designated number for balance inquiry.

 

• EPF Balance Missed Call Number: Call at 011-22901406 from the mobile number, which has been registered for EPF.

• EPF Balance Check Number: To know your EPF number sms EPFOHO UAN ENG to 7738299899.

 

How to Check EPF Balance

 

• Through SMS or Missed Call: You can use the mentioned methods to check balance for free if you don’t own a particular device.

• Online: EPF KYC developed a Member Portal; please enter your UAN, check the balance.

• Using Umang App: Another way that one can use to confirm their EPF balance is by using the UMANG The UMANG stands for the Unified Mobile Application for New age Governance.

 

EPF Member Portal

 

The EPF Member Portal is an online tool, which offers many services connected with companies’ and employees’ EPF accounts. Here, you can get a passbook, check the claims, see the contributions made and do much more according to your EPF account.

 

EPF Member Login

 

As you will remember, in order to get to the site you will need your UAN and password. If you have not registered yet then you have to register your UAN on the EPF portal only.

 

EPF Member Home

 

Once you make your login, you will be taken to the EPF Member Home page where you are provided with other options available, which may include, passbook, epf balance and other information.

 

EPF Withdrawal

 

It is possible to withdraw from your EPF account at the following times, including retirement, resignation, and emergencies. But before heading that way EPF Withdrawal Online has forms to fill in documents to submit and even the status of the claim itself.

 

• EPF Withdrawal Rules: Employees are allowed to withdraw EPF in case they have not been in employment for more than two months, and on retirement. Others may include cases like a medical necessity of either the parent or child, or the need to buy a house.

• EPF Withdrawal Status: About your EPF claim status, you can monitor it through the EPF portal.

 

EPF Withdrawal Online Mobile

 

EPF withdrawal can be claimed either through the EPFO Member Portal or through the UMANG App.

 

EPF Claim

 

It is made when a person wishes to withdraw or transfer his or her EPF balance. It is important here to note that there are many reasons for which an employee can make a claim among them being retirement, resignation or wish to buy a property.

 

EPF Claim Status

 

To check the claim status on your EPF Memberships, you need to login to the EPF Member Portal and navigate to the Claim Status link.

 

EPF Grievance

 

In case you have any problems or complaints to address from the EPF online account then you can address your issue through the EPF Grievance portal.

 

• EPF Grievance Portal: Visit the portal to lodge your complaint about issues that relate to EPF such as delayed payment, non- payment amongst others.

• EPF Grievance Status: You can also find whether any grievances raised have been acknowledged or not.

 

EPF UAN

 

The most crucial of these identification factors is the Universal Account Number (UAN), which is a twelve digits unique number given to the individual. It is used when one has several accounts in different employers and he or she transfers from one employer to the other. It is necessary for such operations as the passbook, withdrawal, and transfer for their services.

 

EPF UAN Login

 

The users can avail various services of EPF by signing in at the EPF UAN Portal with the UAN and password.

 

EPF Employer Portal

 

EPF Employer Portal is the one where the employer contributes amounts for the employees and performs administrative tasks such as controlling the Employee’s EPF accounts/registers and filing of various reports.

 

EPF Employer Login

 

It is possible for an employer to visit the EPF Employer Portal with login details then admin the employees’ contributions and filing of returns.

 

EPF Payment

 

It is mandatory for employers to make contributions to the EPF on a monthly basis. Both, the employer and employee contributions are remitted to the EPF portal The employer’s contribution:

 

• EPF Online Payment: Employers can make the payment online through EPF Employer Portal with their contribution.

 

EPF Interest Rate

 

The interest rate of EPF is something that the government of a country decides for a particular fiscal year. The EPF interest rate for account as at 2023 decreases between 8.15 percent per annum.

 

EPF Interest Calculator

 

To know how much interest you will receive on the EPF balance, you have an option of using either the EPF Interest Calculator found on the EPF portal or other third-party websites.

 

EPF Withdrawal Forms

 

There are several forms related to EPF withdrawal, including:

 

• Form 15G: This form is for individuals who are below the taxable limit and want to avoid TDS deduction on their EPF balance during withdrawal.

• Form 10C: For claiming pension.

• Form 19: For full EPF settlement.

 

EPF Pension Status

 

The other way can be done online if you are an EPF Pensioner, then you can check your EPF Pension Status online on the EPF Official website available at www.epfindia.gov.in.

 

EPF Transfer

 

In the event that an employee switches employers they can transfer their EPF balance to the account with the new employer. The transfer can be made through the online portal of EPF Any amount that is withdrawn from EPF can be transferred to any other EPF account.

 

EPF Complaint Number

 

You can also contact EPF customer care number for the queries and problems regarding EPF account or any of its services. EPF singles a universal helpline number: 1800-118-005 in case of any inquiries.

 

EPF KYC Update

 

Comprehensive integration of Aadhaar, PAN and other necessary financial credentials were mandated to be provided by employees so that hassle-free EPF transactions can be made possible. Currently, KYC update is possible through the EPF Member Portal online.

 

EPF Regional Office Gurugram

 

If you are still in the Gurugram region, you can always seek help to deal with your EPF account from the EPF Regional Office.

 

EPF Joint Declaration Form

 

Joint Declaration Form is completed when there are disparities in an employee’s details including name and gender mismatch.

 

EPF Site

 

Official website for all epf services, forms, and contact details is www.epfindia.gov.in

 

EPF Registration

 

If you’re a new employee, you must complete your EPF registration through your employer. After registration, you will receive a UAN.

 

EPF Tracking

 

If you have applied for withdrawal, claim or transfer then you can check its status on the official website of EPF under Track EPF Claim.

 

EPF Portal Login

 

To check your EPF account balance or to make any transactions you first have to login to the Member EPF portal with your UAN.

 

EPF Online Services

 

Currently, through the EPF Online Services, employees can conduct the following activities online: check passbook, submit withdrawal applications, transfer balances and monitor claims.

 

Through the usage of the facilities provided by the EPF Member Portal and other related services, these employees can comfortably conduct all the necessary managers with their EPF accounts in order to guarantee the proper regulation of the savings plan for their retirement procedures.

 

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