Online method of changing employee name in EPF account
Understanding how to change your name in an EPF account online can save you from the unnecessary hassles of submitting physical documents and a long waiting period of three months.
Here is a step-by-step process to changing your name in an EPF account online:
Step 1: Go to the EPFO Unified portal.
Step 2: Log in with your user ID (UAN) and password.
Step 3: Go to the ‘Manage’ tab and click the ‘Modify Basic Details’ option.
Step 4: On the next page, fill in your name as per your Aadhaar Card.
Step 5: Click on ‘Update Details’.
Step 6: Upon successful request submission, you will receive a ‘Pending Approval by Employer’ notification.
Employers can review requests under the ‘Details Change Request’ option listed under the ‘Member’ tab. Post the employer’s verification, the request will be sent to the Dealing Head of the concerned EPFO office. After the Dealing Head’s review, the request is sent to the Section Supervisor and then to the APFC/RPFC. The APFC/RPFC has the final say on whether the request is approved or denied.
Generally, once your request is verified by your employer, EPF will update your name within 30 days..
Note: Ensure your details are updated on the UIDAI portal since the EPFO verifies name change requests against your Aadhaar Card details.
Name correction in EPF account offline
To correct your name in your PF account offline, you will need to contact your employer or visit the nearest EPF office. Submit the EPF name correction form along with the necessary supporting documents. This process may take longer due to manual handling, so it's important to follow up regularly with the relevant authorities to ensure timely processing.
How to change the name in EPF after marriage
In India, it is common for women to take up the husband’s family surname after marriage. If you have already changed your name in bank records, it is essential to update your name across all government documents and official records, including EPF, to avoid future issues. To update your name on the EPFO database after marriage, follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the EPFO Unified portal.
Step 2: Log in with your UAN and password.
Step 3: Click ‘Modify Basic Details’ under the ‘Manage’ tab.
Step 4: Enter your new surname to be updated.
Step 5: Click the ‘Update’ button.
Before updating your name on the EPFO database, you should get your name updated on your Aadhaar card. Doing so will allow seamless e-KYC verification for the change. Additionally, for a name change due to marriage, you may need to submit additional documents like copies of your marriage certificate to validate your claim.