PF Claim is for all government employee there is a benefit of EPF (Employee Provident Fund) which is provided by provisions act 1952. It will give an assurance of 15000 with consent of Assistant Commissioner and employee. Under these scheme an employee get deducted 12% from his salary to EPFO (employee provident fund organization). 12% of employee will get 8.33% as pension scheme.
Finding your Provident Fund (PF) is an important step that can provide you with the savings you have accumulated in your career. To start claiming PF, you need to know a few points. First ensure that your Universal Account Number (UAN) is valid and linked to your KYC details including your Aadhaar and bank account details.
This is important because the Employees Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) needs this information to process your claim. Once your UAN is activated and the KYC details are linked, you can apply online for PF withdrawal through the EPFO e-SEWA portal. The process is simple: log in with your UAN and password, verify your bank account details, and submit your order. It is important to note that enrollment filing and updating e-enrollment is mandatory for online death information. Follow these steps and you can successfully start your PF claim without any hassle
PF drawn eligible persons and online withdrawal:
A person who is doing a job continuously for 60 days or 2 months can withdraw 75 % of total PF amount. He should raise a withdrawal to get PF fund. One can draw process of money by online methods. On raising request it will take 15-20 days to get your claim.
To be eligible to withdraw money from your Provident Fund (PF), you have to fulfill certain conditions. Upon termination, you had to complete a one-month notice period or pay the corresponding amount to your employer3. In addition, you must complete two months of continuous service with your current employer. It is also important to ensure that all your personal information is updated in the EPFO Portal. Other situations are governed by different rules.
For example, you can withdraw your PF Retired (age 58 or older) – If you haveworked for two months – If death before retirement age Also, you can make a partial deduction for specific reasons such as a medical emergency, paying off a home loan, or getting married, if you meet the requirements for each1. Remember, it is important to update your KYC details and follow the EPFO guidelines to ensure proper withdrawals
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Overview Of PF Claim
| Name Of Scheme | Launched By | Beneficiary | Objective | Official Website | Launched Year | Mode Of Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) | Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India | Employees of establishments covered under the EPF & MP Act, 1952 | To provide social security and retirement benefits to the employees | Member Home | 1952 | Online through UAN or offline through Composite Claim Form |
| Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) | Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India | Employees who have completed 10 years of eligible service and have attained the age of 58 years or have not completed 10 years of eligible service as on 58 years age | To provide monthly pension to the employees after retirement or to their nominees in case of death | Member Home | 1995 | Online through UAN or offline through Form 10D or Composite Claim Form |
| Employees’ Deposit Linked Insurance (EDLI) | Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India | Nominees or legal heirs of the employees who die while in service and have contributed to the EDLI scheme for at least one month prior to death | To provide a lump sum insurance benefit to the dependents of the deceased employees in case of death due to natural causes, illness or accident | [Member Home] | 1976 | Offline through Form 5IF |
How to Check PF Claim Status Online?
Employees can check their PF claim status online using various methods, such as:
- UAN Member Portal
- EPFO Website
- Umang App
- SMS
- Missed Call
UAN Member Portal
UAN (Universal Account Number) is a 12-digit unique number assigned to every PF member by the EPFO. It acts as an umbrella for multiple PF accounts of an employee and helps them manage their PF accounts online. Employees can activate their UAN by registering on the UAN Member Portal with their UAN and mobile number.
Employees can check their PF claim status on the UAN Member Portal by following these few simple steps:
- Log in to your UAN Member Portal by entering your UAN and password.
- Click on option ‘Online Services’.
- Click on ‘Track Claim Status’.
- You will see the details of your claim status, such as claim ID, claim type, claim amount, claim status, etc.
How To Check Status Through SMS
Employees can also check their PF claim status by sending an SMS to 7738299899 from their registered mobile number. The SMS format is:
EPFOHO UAN LAN
where,
- EPFOHO is the first part of the SMS
- UAN is your 12-digit Universal Account Number
- LAN is the first three characters of your preferred language (for example, ENG for English)
You will receive an SMS with your PF balance and claim status.
How To Check Pf claim status through Missed call
Employees can also check their PF claim status by giving a missed call to 011-22901406 from their registered mobile number. You will receive an SMS with your PF balance and claim status.
Benefits of Checking PF Claim Status Online
Checking PF claim status online has several benefits for employees, such as:
- It saves time and hassle of visiting the EPFO office or contacting the employer.
- It helps employees track the progress of their claim application and know when they will receive their PF amount.
- It helps employees avoid any errors or delays in their claim processing by alerting them of any discrepancies or issues.
- It helps employees plan their finances better by knowing how much PF amount they will receive and when.
Procedure To Claim Pf status on EPFO Website
Employees can also check their PF claim status on the EPFO website without logging in to the UAN Member Portal by following these few simple steps:
- Go to the EPFO website and click on ‘Know Your Claim Status’ under ‘Services’ tab.
- Enter your UAN and captcha code and click on ‘Search’.
- Select your PF account number from the drop-down list and click on ‘View Claim Status’.
- You will see the details of your claim status, such as claim ID, claim type, claim amount, claim status, etc.
How To Download Umang App
Umang (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) is a mobile app launched by the Government of India that provides access to various government services, including EPFO services. Employees can download the Umang app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store and register with their mobile number.
Employees can check their PF claim status on the Umang app by following these few simple steps:
- Open the Umang app and select ‘EPFO’ from the list of services.
- Select ‘Employee Centric Services’ and enter your UAN and OTP (One Time Password) sent to your registered mobile number.
- Select ‘Track Claim’ and enter your UAN again.
- You will see the details of your claim status, such as claim ID, claim type, claim amount, claim status, etc.
EPFO website:
- Visit http://www.epfindia.gov.in and click on our services and select FOR EMPLOYEE from drop down
- Under services select know your status and sigh it with your user id and password
- Click on view id to see updated details.
Customer care:
If you have further queries call toll free number from 9 A.M to 6 P.M or go portal http://www.epfindia.gov.in
Number 1800118005
Mail id: employeefeedback@epfindia.gov.in
Frequently Asked Questions
Q .What is PF Claim Form 19?
A . PF Claim Form 19 is for employees not having UAN to withdraw PF amount.
Q.How to apply for PF Claim online?
A . Employees having UAN linked to Aadhaar can file PF Claim Form 11 online.
Q . What are the reasons for PF Claim?
A . PF Claim can be for settlement, pension, or advance for various purposes
