Form 13 is the official EPFO transfer claim form.
When you change jobs, it helps move your EPF (Provident Fund) balance & service record from your old employer’s PF account to your current one.
Who Is Eligible?
You can use Form 13 if:
- You’ve activated your UAN and your mobile is registered
- Your bank account & IFSC, and KYC (like Aadhaar/PAN) are seeded/verified under UAN
- Your previous & current employers are registered on the EPFO portal with digital sign-off capabilities
Benefits of EPF Transfer
- Continued interest: Your EPF continues to earn interest uninterrupted.
- Tax advantages: Avoid TDS on withdrawals within 5 years—transfers are tax-free.
- Service timeline preserved: Pension benefits and service duration stay intact.
How to Transfer EPF Online (Step-by-Step)
- Log in on the EPFO member portal using UAN & password:
unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in - Go to Online Services → One Member – One EPF Account (Transfer Request).
- Check your previous & current PF account details and select your attesting employer (old/new).
- Click Get OTP, authenticate, and submit your request.
- Download the filled Form 13 PDF, sign it, and submit to the chosen employer within 10 days.
- Employer digitally approves the claim via EPFO portal.
- EPFO processes the transfer—typically within 20–30 days.
Offline Method
- Get a physical Form 13 from EPFO website or employer .
- Fill employee & new employer details (Part A, B, C) .
- Submit to new or old employer for signature—they forward it to EPFO.
- EPFO facilitates PF transfer after verification.
What Form 13 Includes
- Employee info: Name, UAN, previous & current PF numbers, employment dates, signature/thumb impression.
- Employer info: Company name, address, PF codes, authorization signature, date.
How to Track Your Transfer
- On portal: Go to Track Claim Status → Transfer Claim Status
- You’ll see statuses like “Pending with employer,” “Approved by employer,” or “Transferred”
- You also receive SMS updates
2025 Enhancements
- Form 13 has been revamped to separate taxable vs non-taxable interest for accurate TDS
- Faster processing (~20 days) thanks to improved EPFO systems
Quick Reference Table
| Step | Online | Offline |
|---|---|---|
| Obtain Form 13 | Portal auto-generates after OTP | Download from EPFO or employer |
| Fill & Sign | Done digitally | Manual filling & signature |
| Employer Attestation | Employer approves on portal | Employer must sign physically |
| Submit | Employer digitally forwards | Submit signed form to EPFO via employer |
| Processing Time | ~20–30 days | Similar, may take longer |
| Status Tracking | Portal + SMS | Via employer or EPFO office |
Summary
Using Form 13 through the EPFO Unified Portal is the most efficient way to transfer your EPF corpus and continue uninterrupted savings. Make sure your UAN and KYC are up to date, submit the form promptly, and track its status online. The 2025 improvements make the process faster, clearer, and more user-friendly.
