Recover Your UAN Instantly: EPFO’s Fast and Easy Online Retrieval Process for Employees
For millions of salaried employees in India, the Universal Account Number (UAN) is the gateway to managing Provident Fund (PF) savings. This 12-digit ID stays with you throughout your career and is necessary for almost every PF-related service. But if you’ve misplaced or forgotten it, there’s no need to panic - the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation ( EPFO ) now offers a quick and convenient way to retrieve your UAN online.
What Is UAN and Why Is It Important?
Your UAN acts as a central identifier for all PF accounts created during your working years, even if you change jobs multiple times. Without it, you cannot:
Simply put, UAN is the single key that unlocks your entire PF ecosystem, making it essential to keep it secure.
EPFO has introduced an effortless online feature that helps you retrieve your UAN using only your registered mobile number and a few basic details. No documents or lengthy procedures - just a simple verification process.
1. Visit the EPFO Website
Go to the official EPFO portal using any browser.
2. Select ‘Know Your UAN’
This option is available under the login or service section on the homepage.
3. Enter Your Registered Mobile Number
Provide the mobile number linked to your PF account and verify it using the OTP sent to you.
4. Fill in Your Basic Details
Enter your name, date of birth, Aadhaar number, and PAN to confirm your identity.
5. Retrieve Your UAN
Once verified, your UAN will be displayed instantly on the screen.
Recover Your UAN Through SMS
If you prefer a non-internet method, EPFO also offers an SMS service to fetch your UAN.
Your UAN will be delivered to your phone within minutes.
Why You Should Keep Your UAN Safe
Your UAN remains constant throughout your professional life, acting as the backbone of your PF and retirement savings. Since PF funds are typically accessed only after retirement or turning 60, protecting your UAN ensures trouble-free access to your money in the future.
Keeping it confidential helps safeguard your financial data and prevents misuse or unauthorised access to your PF account.
A forgotten UAN is no longer a hurdle. With EPFO’s digital services, retrieving it takes only a few minutes - ensuring you stay connected to your hard-earned savings whenever you need them.
What Is UAN and Why Is It Important?
Your UAN acts as a central identifier for all PF accounts created during your working years, even if you change jobs multiple times. Without it, you cannot:
- Log in to your EPFO account
- Check your PF balance
- Withdraw your PF amount
- Transfer PF from an old employer
- Update KYC or bank details
- Change your registered mobile number
Simply put, UAN is the single key that unlocks your entire PF ecosystem, making it essential to keep it secure.
How to Recover Your UAN Online
EPFO has introduced an effortless online feature that helps you retrieve your UAN using only your registered mobile number and a few basic details. No documents or lengthy procedures - just a simple verification process.
Step-by-Step Guide
1. Visit the EPFO Website
Go to the official EPFO portal using any browser.
2. Select ‘Know Your UAN’
This option is available under the login or service section on the homepage.
3. Enter Your Registered Mobile Number
Provide the mobile number linked to your PF account and verify it using the OTP sent to you.
4. Fill in Your Basic Details
Enter your name, date of birth, Aadhaar number, and PAN to confirm your identity.
5. Retrieve Your UAN
Once verified, your UAN will be displayed instantly on the screen.
Recover Your UAN Through SMS
If you prefer a non-internet method, EPFO also offers an SMS service to fetch your UAN.
- Send the text message:
- EPFOHO UAN ENG
- to 7738299899 from your registered mobile number.
Your UAN will be delivered to your phone within minutes.
Why You Should Keep Your UAN Safe
Your UAN remains constant throughout your professional life, acting as the backbone of your PF and retirement savings. Since PF funds are typically accessed only after retirement or turning 60, protecting your UAN ensures trouble-free access to your money in the future.
Keeping it confidential helps safeguard your financial data and prevents misuse or unauthorised access to your PF account.
A forgotten UAN is no longer a hurdle. With EPFO’s digital services, retrieving it takes only a few minutes - ensuring you stay connected to your hard-earned savings whenever you need them.
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