The Universal Account Number, commonly known as UAN, is very important for employees who have a Provident Fund account. It helps you access your PF records and ensures that all your savings are properly credited to your account. By using your UAN, you can log in to the UAN Member Portal and manage your PF-related work online. This reduces the need to visit the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation, also known as the EPFO office, for most services.
UAN is a 12-digit unique number provided to every employee who contributes to the Employees’ Provident Fund. It is issued by the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation and remains the same throughout your career, even if you change jobs. With the help of UAN, all your PF accounts from different employers are linked under one number, making it easier to track and manage your provident fund in one place.
How to Activate UAN on the EPFO Portal
1. Visit the official EPFO member portal using your web browser.
2. On the homepage, click on the “Our Services” option and select “For Employees” from the menu.
3. On the employee services page, click on “Member UAN / Online Services”. This will open the UAN Member Portal.
4. On the UAN Member Portal, find and click on “Activate Your UAN”, which is available under the “Important Links” section on the right side.
5. Enter the required details such as your Universal Account Number (UAN), registered mobile number, and Provident Fund Member ID.
6. After that, enter the captcha code and click on “Get Authorization PIN”.
An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number.
7. Agree to the declaration and enter the OTP received on your mobile number.
8. Click on “Validate OTP and Activate UAN” to complete the activation process.
After completing these steps, your UAN will be successfully activated and you can use it to access EPFO online services.
After your UAN is activated, you will receive a password on your registered mobile number. This password is required to log in to your UAN account on the UAN Member Portal. Once you log in, you can change the password at any time to keep your account secure.
The UAN Member Portal allows you to manage many PF-related services in one place. It brings all your provident fund information under a single UAN number, making it easier to view and manage your details online.
With the help of the UAN Member Portal, PF services become simple and convenient. All important information can be accessed easily from anywhere, saving time and avoiding unnecessary visits to the EPFO office.
How to Reset Your UAN Password for Login
1. Visit the official UAN Member Portal.
2. Next, click on the “Forgot Password” option available on the login page.
3. After that, enter your UAN and the captcha code shown on the screen, then click on Submit.
4. Now, provide your personal details such as your name, gender, and date of birth, and click on Verify.
5. Then, enter your Aadhaar number along with the captcha code and click on Verify again.
6.After Aadhaar verification, enter your registered mobile number and click on Get OTP.
7. You will receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. Enter the OTP and click on Verify.
8. Once the OTP is verified, enter your new password in both password fields.
9. Finally, click on Submit to update your password on the EPFO portal.
After completing these steps, your UAN password will be successfully reset and you can log in using the new password.
How to Know Your UAN
You can find your Universal Account Number by visiting the official EPFO Member Portal.
On the portal, click on the option “Know Your UAN”.
Enter your registered mobile number and the captcha code shown on the screen.
After that, provide your personal details such as your name, date of birth, and one identity detail like Aadhaar number, PAN number, or PF member ID.
Once the details are verified, your UAN will be displayed on the screen and also sent to your registered mobile number.
Features and Benefits of UAN
UAN helps in maintaining centralized employee information, making it easier to manage PF-related data under one account.
It simplifies the verification process and reduces the workload for employers when confirming employee details with EPFO.
Through UAN, EPFO can directly access member bank details and KYC information without depending on the employer.
UAN also helps EPFO track an employee’s job changes easily, as all employment records are linked to the same UAN.
Conclusion
UAN has made Provident Fund management easier and more transparent for employees. With one single number, you can access all your PF information, even when you change jobs.
Understanding how UAN works helps you stay in control of your PF savings and avoid unnecessary delays. Make sure your UAN is active, your mobile number is updated, and your KYC details are correct so you can use EPFO services smoothly whenever needed.
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