How to Link Aadhaar Number to Your EPF Account via UMANG
Linking your
Aadhaar number with your EPF account is essential for faster claim
processing and authentication. Thanks to the UMANG app (Unified Mobile
Application for New-age Governance), you can now complete this linking
process from your mobile—without visiting the EPFO office.
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Matrix-Driven
Guide: Linking Aadhaar with EPF via UMANG
Step |
Action |
Purpose |
Notes |
1 |
Download
& Install UMANG App |
Access
government services on one platform |
|
2 |
Register/Login |
Authenticate
your identity using mobile OTP |
Use the
mobile number linked to your Aadhaar |
3 |
Go to EPFO
Services |
Access
employee-related EPF services |
Select
"All Services" > EPFO |
4 |
Choose
“eKYC Services” |
Start
Aadhaar linking process |
Click on
“Aadhaar Seeding” |
5 |
Enter UAN
& OTP |
Validate
your EPF account |
UAN must
be activated on EPFO |
6 |
Submit
Aadhaar Details |
Link
Aadhaar to EPF |
Ensure
Aadhaar is correct and active |
7 |
Verification
& Status |
Check
Aadhaar linkage status |
Visit
"Track eKYC" to confirm |
Why Link
Aadhaar to EPF via UMANG?
For official
confirmation, you can check EPFO guidelines on EPFO
Aadhaar linking.
Additional
Methods to Link Aadhaar with EPF
If you
prefer alternative options, Aadhaar can also be linked via:
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Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is
Aadhaar linking necessary for EPF?
It helps in
authenticating your identity, streamlining EPF services like withdrawals,
pension claims, and updating KYC.
Is
Aadhaar linking via UMANG app safe?
Yes, the
UMANG app is government-authorised and OTP-verified for secure transactions.
How long
does Aadhaar linking take?
Once
submitted via UMANG, the process usually takes 2–5 working days for
verification and confirmation.
What if
my Aadhaar details do not match EPF records?
You’ll need
to update your EPF account or Aadhaar details to ensure they match before
linking.
Can I use
the same process if I changed jobs?
Yes, your
UAN remains the same across employers. Aadhaar linking is one-time unless
there's a change in Aadhaar or EPF details.
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