How to Check Your EPF Claim Status: Complete Guide

A Complete Guide to Checking EPF Claim Status

Introduction

Owning an EPF account necessitates knowledge on how to check your EPF claim status, especially when withdrawing funds or ensuring the claim's progress. Keeping informed helps in streamlining the process. This comprehensive guide elaborates on both online and offline methods for tracking your EPF claim status, along with the essential prerequisites.

Understanding EPF Claim Status

The EPF claim status provides updates on your EPF withdrawal application, reflecting its progress and assisting in identifying possible errors or obstacles.

Checking PF Claim Status

Online Methods:

• Via UAN Member Portal:
  1. Log in to the UAN Member Portal.
  2. Select 'Online Services'.
  3. Choose 'Track Claim Status'.
• EPFO Portal:
  1. Visit the EPFO Portal.
  2. Navigate to 'For Employees' > 'Service' > 'Know your Claim Status'.
  3. Enter UAN and CAPTCHA, then click 'Search'.
• Using PF Account Number Without UAN:
  1. Access EPFO’s official website.
  2. Proceed to 'Know your Claim Status'.
  3. Select the state and city of the PF Office.
  4. Input your PF account number and hit 'Submit'.
• Umang App:
  1. Open the Umang App.
  2. Select 'EPFO' > 'Employee Centric Services' > 'Track Claim'.
  3. Enter UAN, input OTP, verify, and 'Login'.

Offline Methods:

• SMS: Send 'EPFOHO UAN LAN' to the designated number.
• Missed Call: Make a missed call from your registered mobile to 011-22901406.

Note: Offline methods necessitate a registered mobile number linked to your UAN.

Eligibility for EPF Claims

EPF claims are allowable under circumstances such as:

• Post-retirement (aged 55+).
• Pre-retirement (aged 54, one year before retirement).
• Unemployment—partial withdrawal for specific needs.

Initiating the EPF Claim Process

Before filing a PF claim online/offline, select the correct claim form based on your age, employment, and withdrawal reason. Suitable forms include:

• Form 13: For transferring funds due to a job change.
• Form 14: For LIC policy payment.
• Form 31: For advance/temporary EPF withdrawal.
• Form 10D: To claim a pension for account holders under 58 with disabilities.
• Form 20: For nominees claiming a deceased member's PF.
• Form 10C: For Scheme Certificate/Withdrawal Benefit as per the Employee's Pension Scheme.

Cancelling an EPF Claim

Once initiated, cancelling a claim request online isn’t feasible. Immediately contact the EPFO Regional Office to stop an EPF withdrawal request.

Regularly check your EPF claim status for a smooth withdrawal experience!