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EPFO UAN Card (Universal Account Number & EPF Passbook)

Member e-Sewa portal, 12-digit UAN activation, Aadhaar face auth, digital UAN card download & EPF passbook balance

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📝 Reviewed by: India Docs Portal Editorial Team📅 Last updated: August 28, 2026Sources: Official .gov.in portals

Quick Answer

💡 The EPFO UAN Card (Universal Account Number) is a 12-digit permanent retirement identity card issued by the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation under the Ministry of Labour and Employment. It links all PF Member IDs of an employee throughout their career, enabling online EPF passbook downloads, digital claims, and seamless automated PF transfers across employers.

Quick Information

⏱️ Processing Time

Instant UAN generation by employer | UAN activation takes 5 minutes | Passbook available 6 hours after activation

💵 Fees

100% Free (EPFO services, UAN card downloads, and passbook statements are provided free of cost)

✅ Eligibility

Any employee earning a basic salary + DA whose establishment is registered under the Employees' Provident Funds and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 1952

Who Needs This Document?

Salaried employees in private, PSU, and corporate establishments with 20 or more workers contributing to the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) for retirement corpus, interest earnings, and pension benefits

Required Documents

  • 12-Digit Universal Account Number (UAN) assigned by employer
  • Aadhaar Card (with active linked mobile number for OTP / Face authentication)
  • Permanent Account Number (PAN Card) for TDS-free PF withdrawals
  • Bank Account details (Account Number & IFSC) with name matching Aadhaar
  • Active Mobile Number registered with UIDAI

How to Apply for EPFO UAN Card (Universal Account Number & EPF Passbook)

1

Receive 12-Digit UAN from Employer / Salary Slip

Obtain your permanent 12-digit UAN printed on your monthly salary slip or generated by your establishment's HR.

2

Activate UAN on Member e-Sewa Portal

Go to unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in, click 'Activate UAN', enter UAN, Aadhaar number, Name, Date of Birth, and submit the OTP sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile (or activate via UMANG App Face Auth).

3

Set Secure Password & Complete KYC

Create a strong password. Log into the portal and navigate to 'Manage > KYC' to link your Bank Account and PAN Card.

4

Employer Digital Signature (DSC) Approval

Your employer approves the KYC online using their corporate digital signature within 48–72 hours.

5

Download Digital UAN Card PDF

Click on the 'View' tab on the Member e-Sewa top menu, select 'UAN Card', and download the official color PDF carrying your photo, QR code, and Member ID.

6

View EPF Passbook & Track Monthly Deposits

Log into passbook.epfindia.gov.in using your UAN and password to view employee contribution (12%), employer contribution (3.67% EPF + 8.33% EPS), and annual compounding interest.

📝 How to Update EPFO UAN Card (Universal Account Number & EPF Passbook)

How to update Bank details, PAN, or submit online Joint Declarations on the EPFO portal:

1

Log In to Member e-Sewa Portal

Sign in at unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in using your UAN and password.

2

Navigate to 'Manage > KYC / Joint Declaration'

Select the specific profile parameter requiring modification.

3

Enter New Bank Account / PAN Coordinates

Input new bank account number and IFSC (verified via bank penny drop).

4

Employer Approval & Activation

Once digitally approved by employer, the updated KYC reflects in your active profile.

⬇️ How to Download EPFO UAN Card (Universal Account Number & EPF Passbook)

Download an official digital UAN Card PDF and EPF Passbook statement online:

1

Open EPFO Member Interface

Visit unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in/memberinterface/.

2

Sign In with UAN & Password

Enter your credentials and captcha.

3

Click 'View > UAN Card'

Open your printable digital identity card.

4

Download Passbook at passbook.epfindia.gov.in

Log into the passbook portal to download your complete year-wise contribution PDF.

🔍 How to Check EPFO UAN Card (Universal Account Number & EPF Passbook) Application Status

Track your online PF claim, transfer request, or KYC approval status:

1

Open 'Online Services' Tab

Log into Member e-Sewa and click 'Track Claim Status'.

2

View Claim Tracking ID

Check real-time status of Form 31, Form 19, or Form 10C requests.

3

Verify Settlement & NEFT Credit

Track whether your claim is 'Field Office Pending', 'Approved & Settled', or 'Transmitted via NEFT'.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Generating a new UAN when switching jobs (UAN is permanent for life; always provide your existing UAN to new employers for automated PF transfer)
  • Failing to link PAN with UAN (attracts maximum marginal rate TDS of 30% on pre-5-year PF withdrawals instead of 0–10%)
  • Name or DOB mismatch between Aadhaar and EPFO database (must be corrected online via 'Joint Declaration' tab on the portal)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between UAN and Member ID (PF Account Number)?

1) Universal Account Number (UAN): A permanent 12-digit umbrella number assigned by EPFO that remains valid for life across all jobs. 2) Member ID: A specific account number created by each employer where monthly PF contributions are deposited. All multiple Member IDs from past and current employers are linked under your single permanent UAN.

How to download the official digital UAN Card online?

1) Visit unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in/memberinterface/. 2) Log in with your 12-digit UAN, password, and captcha. 3) Go to the 'View' menu and select 'UAN Card'. 4) Click 'Download' to save the official color UAN card PDF containing your KYC status and QR code.

How to check EPF balance without logging into the portal?

1) Missed Call: Give a missed call from your registered mobile number to 9966044425 (free of cost). 2) SMS: Send 'EPFOHO UAN ENG' to 7738299899. 3) UMANG App: Open UMANG app > EPFO > View Passbook.

How to correct Name, Date of Birth, or Father's Name in EPFO records?

EPFO allows 100% online correction via the 'Joint Declaration' feature: 1) Log in to Member e-Sewa. 2) Go to 'Manage > Joint Declaration'. 3) Select Member ID, edit incorrect fields, and upload supporting documents (Aadhaar, Matriculation marksheet). 4) Employer approves online with DSC, followed by field office clearance within 7 days.

When can an employee withdraw their EPF balance online?

1) Partial Advance (Form 31): Permitted during service for medical illness, marriage, higher education, or house construction. 2) Full Final Settlement (Form 19 & 10C): Permitted upon retirement (after age 58) or after being unemployed for more than 2 consecutive months.

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