What is UAN?
The Universal Account Number (UAN) is a unique 12-digit number assigned to every employee contributing to the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) in India. It acts as a centralized identifier for multiple Member IDs allotted to an individual by different employers, simplifying the management of EPF accounts.
Accessing the UAN Member e-Sewa Portal
The UAN Member e-Sewa Portal is an online platform provided by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) that allows members to manage their EPF accounts conveniently.
🔗 Portal Link: UAN Member e-Sewa Portal
How to Activate Your UAN
Before accessing the portal, you need to activate your UAN:
- Visit: UAN Member e-Sewa Portal
- Click on: ‘Activate UAN’
- Enter Details: Provide your UAN, Member ID, Aadhaar, PAN, name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID.
- Get OTP: Click on ‘Get Authorization PIN’ to receive an OTP on your registered mobile number.
- Verify OTP: Enter the OTP and click on ‘Validate OTP and Activate UAN’.
- Set Password: Upon successful verification, set your password for future logins.
Logging into the UAN Member e-Sewa Portal
Once your UAN is activated:
- Visit: UAN Member e-Sewa Portal
- Enter Credentials: Input your UAN, password, and the captcha code.
- Sign In: Click on ‘Sign in’ to access your EPF account.
Services Available on the UAN Member e-Sewa Portal
The portal offers a range of services for EPF members:
- View:
- Profile Details
- Service History
- UAN Card
- EPF Passbook
- Manage:
- Basic Details
- Contact Details
- KYC (Know Your Customer)
- E-nomination
- Online Services:
- Claim (Form-31, 19, 10C & 10D)
- Transfer Request (One Member – One EPF Account)
- Track Claim Status
- Download Annexure K
- Account:
- Change Password
- Account Settings
EPFO Customer Care & Support
For assistance, EPFO provides multiple channels:
- Toll-Free Number: 1800 118 005
- Multilingual Helpline: 14470 (Available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM)
- Email Support: [email protected]
- Grievance Portal: EPFiGMS
- UMANG App: Download the UMANG app for mobile access to EPFO services.
Recent Updates from EPFO
EPFO has introduced several enhancements to improve user experience:
- Increased Auto-Settlement Limit: The auto-settlement limit for EPF advance claims has been raised from ₹1 lakh to ₹5 lakhs, facilitating quicker access to funds during emergencies.
- Instant UAN Activation via UMANG App: Members can now generate and activate their UAN instantly using Face ID on the UMANG mobile app, streamlining the activation process.
By utilizing the UAN Member e-Sewa Portal and staying informed about the latest updates, EPF members can efficiently manage their provident fund accounts and access a range of services with ease.
