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Good News for EPFO Members! Employees Can Now Update Personal Details Online Without Employer Verification

EPFO: In a significant move to enhance convenience for over 7.6 crore members of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), the retirement fund body introduced two new services on Saturday.

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EPFO: In a significant move to enhance convenience for over 7.6 crore members of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), the retirement fund body introduced two new services on Saturday. These facilities allow members to update personal details like name, date of birth, and other key information online without requiring verification from their employer or approval by EPFO.

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New Self-Service Features

Union Labour and Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya launched the services, stating that members with Aadhaar-seeded EPF accounts (e-KYC accounts) can now self-correct personal details on the EPFO portal. The updates include changes in name, date of birth, gender, marital status, and even dates of joining or leaving an organization.

Members whose Universal Account Numbers (UAN) were issued after October 1, 2017, can access this feature without needing any supporting documents. For those with UANs issued before this date, employers can make corrections without requiring EPFO approval.

Aadhaar-Linked EPF Transfers Simplified

Additionally, members can now file EPF transfer claims online using an Aadhaar-based OTP, eliminating the need for employer intervention. This streamlining is expected to benefit employees significantly, especially those working with large employers handling numerous KYC requests.

Grievance Reduction and Member Benefits

The minister highlighted that around 27% of grievances filed by EPFO members are related to KYC issues. With this new facility, such grievances are expected to see a substantial decline, easing the burden on both employees and employers.

“These measures simplify the process and empower members to take charge of their own details. Large employers with heavy workloads of such requests will also benefit immensely,” Mandaviya said.

This initiative marks a step forward in improving the efficiency and transparency of the EPFO, ensuring faster and hassle-free services for members.

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