UAN (Universal Account Number) is a 12-digit number given to every employee who contributes to the Employee Provident Fund (EPF). It is provided by Employee Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) and remains same even if you switch jobs. UAN makes it easier for you to manage your PF accounts.
How to Activate UAN on EPFO Portal
Activating your UAN on the EPFO portal is a simple process. Here is a step-by-step guide:
Step 1:
Go to the EPFO member portal
Step 2:
Select ‘Our Services’
Step 3:
In the drop-down menu select ‘For employees’. On this page, click on ‘Member UAN/ Online Services'. The page that now opens will take you to the UAN Member Portal.
Step 4:
On this page, click on ‘Activate your UAN', which is located under ‘Important Links’ on the right-hand side
Step 5:
Enter details as prompted, such as:
Universal Account Number or UAN
Your mobile number (this number is your ‘registered mobile number’)
Your Provident Fund Member ID
Enter the captcha code and click on ‘Get authorisation PIN’
Step 6:
Request for OTP
Step 7:
You will then receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. Click on ‘I Agree’ and enter the OTP as received on your registered mobile number.
Step 8:
Finally, click on ‘Validate OTP and Activate UAN’
You will now receive a password on your registered mobile number, which you need to access your UAN account. Further, you are free to change the password, and you can do this by logging into the UAN Member Portal.
The UAN Member Portal allows you to perform several operations at one go and brings all your information under the shed of your UAN number.
Thus, it simplifies PF usage and gathers all necessary information to easily access at your comfort.
How to Reset Your UAN Password?
Resetting your UAN password on the EPFO portal is a simple process. Here is a step-by-step guide:
Step 1:
Go to the UAN portal.
Step 2:
Click on 'Forgot Password' option.
Step 3:
Enter your UAN and the displayed captcha and click 'Submit.'
Step 4:
Provide your name, gender, and date of birth and click 'Verify.'
Step 5:
Enter your Aadhaar number, captcha and click 'Verify.'
Step 6:
Enter your mobile number and click 'Get OTP.'
Step 7:
Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number and click 'Verify.'
Step 8:
Change your password by entering it twice in the provided boxes.
Step 9:
Click 'Submit' to update the password on the EPFO portal.
Link Aadhaar with Your UAN and PF
Using the UMANG App
Step 1: Download and install the UMANG App on your phone.
Step 2: Select the ‘eKYC Services’ option from the menu.
Step 3: Tap on ‘Aadhaar Seeding Option’.
Step 4: Enter your UAN (Universal Account Number).
Step 5: An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
Step 6: Enter your Aadhaar number.
Step 7: You will receive another OTP for Aadhaar authentication.
Step 8: Once verified, your Aadhaar will be successfully linked to your UAN.
Through EPFO e-KYC Portal (OTP Verification)
Step 1: Go to the official EPFO portal.
Step 2: Click on the ‘For Employees’ section.
Step 3: Choose ‘Link UAN Aadhaar’.
Step 4: Enter your UAN and registered mobile number.
Step 5: You will receive an OTP for verification.
Step 6: Enter your Aadhaar number.
Step 7: Choose your preferred method for Aadhaar verification.
Step 8: Another OTP will be sent to your mobile number.
Step 9: Once verified, your Aadhaar will be linked with your UAN.
Via EPFO Member Portal
Step 1: Visit the EPFO member portal: https://unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in/
Step 2: Log in using your UAN and password.
Step 3: Under the ‘Manage’ section, click on ‘KYC’.
Step 4: Check the box for Aadhaar and input your Aadhaar number.
Step 5: Enter your name as it appears on Aadhaar.
Step 6: Click ‘Save’.
Step 7: Under ‘KYC Pending for Approval’, your employer’s name will appear once submitted.
Step 8: The Aadhaar status will show as ‘Verified by UIDAI’ after successful authentication.
How to Know Your UAN
You can know your Universal Account Number (UAN) by visiting the EPFO Member Portal and clicking on “Know Your UAN”. You will need to enter your registered mobile number, captcha code, and other details such as name, date of birth, Aadhaar/PAN/member ID to retrieve your UAN.
Features & Benefits of UAN
1. Centralised employee information
UAN simplifies managing employee data.
2. Easier verification
UAN lessens the burden on companies to verify employee details for the EPFO.
3. Streamlined access
The EPFO can directly access member bank details and KYC through the UAN, eliminating reliance on employers.
4. Job tracking
The EPFO can easily track an employee's job changes using the UAN system.
How is the EPFO portal helpful for an employee?
Here is how the EPFO portal is helpful for an employee:
- You can easily see how much money is in your PF account.
- You can check and download a list of all your PF transactions.
- If you applied for PF withdrawal or transfer, you could check where it is in process.
- You can activate SMS service, so that you can receive timely update.
- You can update your KYC details using EPFO portal.