EPFO Guide: How To Transfer Your PF Account To New Employer Online?

SOURCE : NEW18 NEWS

Last Updated:January 22, 2025, 15:32 IST

The EPFO has introduced mechanisms that allow individuals to transfer their provident fund (PF) accounts to a new employer either automatically or through a simplified online process.

The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has recently introduced a significant change, as per its directive dated January 15, 2025. Members can now transfer their Provident Fund (PF) accounts online in specific cases without routing the application through their former or current employer. This simplifies the process and ensures quicker and more user-centric PF transfers.

The employees can also themselves correct errors in personal details such as name, date of birth, spouse name, marital status, nationality, gender, and employment dates through the EPFO portal.

Eligibility for Transfers Without Employer Attestation

To leverage this new provision, you need to meet the following conditions:

1. UAN Linked to Aadhaar: Your Universal Account Number (UAN) must be Aadhaar-seeded and verified.

2. KYC Compliance: Your account details, including Aadhaar, PAN, and bank account, should be verified in the EPFO system.

3. Previous and Current Accounts with EPFO: Both PF accounts must be managed by EPFO, not exempted establishments.

4. Verified Date of Exit: Your date of exit must be updated in your previous employer’s records on the EPFO portal.

A Step-by-Step Guide to Transfer PF Without Employer Attestation

Step 1: Log in to the EPFO Member Portal

– Visit the EPFO Member Portal.

– Enter your UAN, password, and captcha to access your account.

Step 2: Initiate Transfer Request

– Navigate to the ‘Online Services’ tab.

– Select ‘One Member – One EPF Account (Transfer Request)’.

Step 3: Verify Personal and Employment Details

– Ensure your personal information and PF account details are accurate.

– Click on ‘Get Details’ to view your previous employment PF account.

Step 4: Choose Automatic Verification

If eligible for employer-free transfer, the system will allow you to proceed without selecting attestation through your current or previous employer.

Step 5: Authenticate and Submit

– Click on ‘Get OTP’ to receive a one-time password on your registered mobile number.

– Enter the OTP and submit your transfer request.

6. Track Your Application

After submission, monitor the status of your transfer request under the ‘Track Claim Status’ section.

Acceptance Criteria

For a successful PF transfer, ensure the following:

– Active UAN: Your UAN should be activated on the EPFO portal.

– Both accounts should be under EPFO’s purview.

– The previous employer must have updated the date of exit.