Here is some good news for those of you contributing towards provident fund from your salary with Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) of India. Going forward, salaried people would no longer have to go through the tedious and rather long process of knowing the details of their PF account. Every bit of information related to Provident fund that you may want to track would be just a ‘click’ away in the very near future! If you are looking for info on New Pension Scheme (NPS), check out another article on this blog by following this link.
This news is indeed of a great help to about 4.5 crore PF subscribers in India. One this system is online, all the pf accounts across the country would be made available online. I have gone through a helluva process of getting my PF account details transferred from my previous employers to current one. After all possible kind of interactions with various levels of authorities, till date I have no clue on what is the status of my account transfer. Hope this new system solves all such painful issues associated with individual pf accounts.
The facility is expected to be fully functional from December this year, according to Labour Ministry sources as quoted by one of the prominent news papers recently. Due to the sheer size of the number of accounts, it wouldn’t be an easy task for the government organizations to solve this in a short span of time. Also the paper quoted – “EPFO officials revealed that computerization of its operation took them eight years. Since April, a test run of the facility has been implemented.” It is understandable that people rely a lot on PF to save some Income tax as well as a compulsory investment mode for salaried class people.
In the first phase of implementation after opening it for subscribers online, account balance will be made available. In the latter part of the project, which might roll over to sometime in 2010, the subscribers would be able to view their contribution, interest accrued, status of application for advances, loans and a host of other activities. Also, as a matter of fact PF department had collected forms from many of us to provide with what they call as SSN (Social Security Number) – haven’t heard any news on that number, but off late we are all talking about NUIA (National Unique Identification Authority). Not sure how many more such unique numbers are awaiting in the store! I would be very happy the day all my information is made available with ease in accessing without any delays and hierarchies 🙂
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UPDATE #1 : As per the latest communication by EPF, the PF account details have been made online for few circles. Check out my new post with all the details here – https://mohanbn.com/know-your-pf-account-balance-online/. This data is currently available for Delhi (North), Delhi (South), Laxmi Nagar (Delhi), Gurgaon, Faridabad, Karnal and Bangalore. For rest of the circles, read through this article for more relevant information and links.
UPDATE #2 : A new article has been published with complete information you need to know to get started on Universal Account Number (UAN). Feel free to go through the article, follow steps to start linking your PF accounts with UAN for hassle free transfer of balance from your previous PF accounts to the current one.
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Find the links below to check your PF account details online:
* Bangalore Region – http://www.epfbng.kar.nic.in/
* Mangalore Region – http://epfmangalore.org/index.html
* Kerala Region – http://epfmalabar.nic.in/balance.html
* For other regional sites – http://www.epfindia.com/RegSites.html
Mangala says
Dear Sir,
My name is Mangala i applied PF but Employer not sighned my PF forms then withou signature i will apply pf without employer signature still now i am not received the pf.
i check in claim status this rejection & sent your claim address. please help me sir My pf settlement.
Thanks & regards
mangala
Mohan says
Mangala, you need to know the reason for rejection with regional PF office and accordingly take further steps.
Mangala says
Dear Sir,
Without Employer Signature , i taken Pf, if possible sir or what to do iam totally suffering this one pls help the steps
thanks & regards
mangala
Poonam Jadhav says
Hi i am unable to check my pf status.. it says invalid.. I left the company in September 2008.. i had requested once for the PF but my Bank shifted from east to west so the amount was not transferred in my A/C .. Now i want to withdraw my PF but it says invalid when i check online.. Kindly help…Thanks
Poonam Jadhav says
Hi i am unable to check my pf status.. it says invalid.. I left the company in September 2008.. i had requested once for the PF but my Bank shifted from east to west so the amount was not transferred in my A/C .. Now i want to withdraw my PF but it says invalid when i check online.. Kindly help…Thanks
Mohan says
Poonam – better you personally visit regional PF office where your account is maintained and then proceed further.
Poonam says
Dear Mohan,
Is there any policy which says that after a no. of years the actual pf amount or the interest will not be given?
Shaik Shavali says
Dear Sir, this is Shaik Shavali, I have Earlier worked in two companys now i want to transfer the Two Company account to Third company.
PLEASE ADVICE.
Mohan says
it is pretty straight forward. all you need to do is file the PF transfer application with current employer for both the previous accounts. It should be transferred in 30 days.
santosh says
Dear Sir,
I have send my pf withdraw form before 5 moths to my religare hr department. but still my pf was not settled. when I mail them then they reply to me there are huge pend ency of pf forms in pf office for that reason your pf was not claimed. So please tell me what can i do?
Raja says
Hi,
I submitted my PF withdrawal before 2 months backup, today I checked status online, it showing as PF withdawal was rejected, but till now, I didnt get any letter about the same, how its possible, because once i filled my form, in my previous compnay checked my PF withdrawal form and they submitted, but status is showing as rejected.
I sent mail to my previous company also, but no responds.
Please guide me,
Raja says
Hi,
I submitted my PF withdrawal before 2 months backup, today I checked status online, it showing as PF withdawal was rejected, but till now, I didnt get any letter about the same, how its possible, because once i filled my form, in my previous compnay checked my PF withdrawal form and they submitted, but status is showing as rejected.
I sent mail to my previous company also, but no responds.
Please guide me,
Mohan says
Find out the reason for rejection with PF office and then accordingly proceed next.
Ajay Vyavahare says
Dear sir,
I have one query about the PF account , Can we withdraw our PF ? presently i am working in same company. is it possible.
Regards,
Ajay Vyavahare
Mohan says
Dear Ajay, PF can’t be withdrawn multiple times. However to meet the needs of a person, Government does allow it twice in lifetime. I will publish another article detailing out all the information needed for withdrawal of PF.
Satish kr singh says
Hi,
I have requested to withdraw my PF on June 2012 by submitting forms required. Till now I have not received any intimation and I am not aware about the status regarding the same. Can you please guide me how to know the status. My PF No. is DL/28491069 Delhi region, Name — Satish kr singh, Organisation — Vikas publishing House.
Satish kr singh says
Hi,
I have requested to withdraw my PF on June 2012 by submitting forms required. Till now I have not received any intimation and I am not aware about the status regarding the same. Can you please guide me how to know the status. My PF No. is DL/28491069 Delhi region, Name — Satish kr singh, Organisation — Vikas publishing House.
Mohan says
Dear Satish, pls get in touch with the regional PF office where you submitted the forms for PF withdrawal.
sundar says
dear sir
what is the procedure to transfer my pf account. kindly send the details briefly
Mohan says
Dear sundar – Kindly read the article in detail.
Shanker Sharma says
I have applied for withdrawl of my pf fund in 2007,the claim was sattled in 2007 only but the account no of mine was not written correctly and the cheque was returned from the bank ,so now I came to know that I have to fillup ASR form and again I filled up the ASR form and I have send it to pf office again.Now how can I know the status of the same.
Regarda
Shanker sharma
Manish says
Mohan
I have applied for withdrawal of EPF , I did it in Dec end , Yahoo said that it would go to EPF office in 1-2 months . It has been already been 3.5 months and more , As I read that the online thing will not be able to show my status if its after Mar 2008 . What is the alternative for me to find out whats happening ? I am in Pune right now ?
Considering It would require a phsycial visit , it would be tough for me 🙁 .
Manish
Manish says
Mohan
I have applied for withdrawal of EPF , I did it in Dec end , Yahoo said that it would go to EPF office in 1-2 months . It has been already been 3.5 months and more , As I read that the online thing will not be able to show my status if its after Mar 2008 . What is the alternative for me to find out whats happening ? I am in Pune right now ?
Considering It would require a phsycial visit , it would be tough for me 🙁 .
Manish
bhachandra says
i am having same problem like mohan,
claim status window is asking for some extra information like…
1.Esteblishment code (7 Digit)
2.Ext code (3 Digit)
3. Account No. (7 digit)
But the problem is i have only account no. that is into 3 divison MH/6 Digit No/2 Digit No.
Could Anyone help me please in this situation?
br,
bhal
Abhishek kumar Srivastava says
Dear Mohan,
Thanks alot for you sincer reply on each & Every comment. Kudos.
Actually i am also facing a problem, i hv submitted my PF form in Dwarka (Delhi South) on 9th march 2011. But when i am checking my claim status online due to the newly launched online claim status window is asking for some extra information like…
1.Esteblishment code (7 Digit)
2.Ext code (3 Digit)
3. Account No. (7 digit)
But the problem is i have only account no. that is into 3 divison DL/6 Digit No/2 Digit No.
Could you help me please in this situation. As all the person i am also looking for an early reply.
Hope you will help me.
With Regards,
Abhishek Kumar Srivastava
Delhi South
Anurag Gaurav says
Check Claim Status online on newly launched online website:
First, you need to select your PF Office. For example, if your PF is in EPFO Bangalore, then select Bangalore from the drop down list.
Then, in the Employee PF Account number, the first two boxes (state/city and PF Office code) will be automatically filled.
The next field is the establishment code, which is the code of the company where you’re working. If you’ve applied for a PF transfer, you should use the Establishment code of your previous employer. This should be a seven digit number. In case your establishment code doesn’t have 7 digits, simply add ‘zeroes’ prior to that number, for example 0001234.
The next field is for extension. Please ask your employer, if there is any extension. If not, you should put 000 (three zeroes)
And the last field is your PF account number. Similar to establishment code, this should be of 7 digits (if not, add ‘zeroes’ before your number).
Submit your request to know your status instantly.
Jatin Narang says
Can you please share URL of new website.
Satinder Loriya says
Hi mohan,
I am also going through the painful process of PF transfer. just want to know has your PF been transfered, if yes what step did you take to move forward. My transfer is with in south delhi to south delhi
yogendra says
hi mohan
this is yogendra,while checking pf status online.this is mentioned that your claim is returned to employer.what does it mean.
plz help.
yogendra says
hi mohan
this is yogendra,while checking pf status online.this is mentioned that your claim is returned to employer.what does it mean.
plz help.
Muraleedharan says
Hi, My PF processed amount cheque was sent to my SB account from PF office but it didn’t reach my account and I was asked to re-submit the advance stamp receipt and I submitted.. But whenever I call them they are not giving the proper response or not picking the phone.. How can I know whether my forms are processing?..
Muraleedharan says
Hi, My PF processed amount cheque was sent to my SB account from PF office but it didn’t reach my account and I was asked to re-submit the advance stamp receipt and I submitted.. But whenever I call them they are not giving the proper response or not picking the phone.. How can I know whether my forms are processing?..
Sundar says
Hello, this forum has lot of information. I had to quit (leave the company TCS) in Dec 2007 without settling bond since the manager didn’t agree to release me. They have sent lot of letters but never responded. I have even provided the university information where I was coming for higher studies. TCS has been sending letters to settle my PF account by sending a form to Mumbai HR. I am afraid if this claim will re initiate the bond settlement etc or a trap laid by the company. I have the PF amount of around 40K. Also, do they have authority to claim my PF after I submit the forms? I do appreaciate all help on this. Thank you.
Sundar says
Hello, this forum has lot of information. I had to quit (leave the company TCS) in Dec 2007 without settling bond since the manager didn’t agree to release me. They have sent lot of letters but never responded. I have even provided the university information where I was coming for higher studies. TCS has been sending letters to settle my PF account by sending a form to Mumbai HR. I am afraid if this claim will re initiate the bond settlement etc or a trap laid by the company. I have the PF amount of around 40K. Also, do they have authority to claim my PF after I submit the forms? I do appreaciate all help on this. Thank you.
Naveen Devnani says
hey I am from Hyderabad!!! may i pls know the procedure to check my PF baalnce online. If nt cud u let me know the procedure to knowthe same!! i
Devendrapal Flora says
Dear Sir,
I have filled the Withdrawal form of EPF & has been submitted on 06/01/2011 to EPF office in Bangalore…but till date i have no further information or intimation on the release of amount.
Asim says
Check here [+] or go to regional PF office site from [+] depending upon your PF account office. It normally takes 3-4 months to get the amount.
Devendrapal Flora says
People who have submitted along with me have recv their PF amount in 45 days time….then where is the delay in my case…..there has been not query…or any communicaion on same.
Asim says
You are lucky Dev. I have requested for PF withdrawl in october along with 42 employees and still none of us got the amount.
Devendrapal Flora says
Dear Sir,
I have filled the Withdrawal form of EPF & has been submitted on 06/01/2011 to EPF office in Bangalore…but till date i have no further information or intimation on the release of amount.
Antony Suresh says
Really helpful information dude.. Thanks a lot.
But you have been having a torrid time with readers(?) who dont read your article properly.. Article was very straight forward and i was able to pull out information quickly
Shashi Kiran R says
Hi Mohan,
I got my PF final settlement done. But i have got very less money. Is there any way to get my full statement of contribution towards my PF and my Employer contribution to it?
If not, please let me know what to do about it?
Thanks.
Mohan says
The settlement would usually have the break up of the sum. Go through it and if you feel there is any discrepancy pls do get in touch with PFO officials and get that sorted out.
Shashi Kiran R says
So, you mean i would get the rest of the money in coming months is it?
shashi kiran says
Hi Mohan,
Would you let me know how long will it take for the rest of the amount to be credited approximately?
Mohan says
Sorry dear, i have no access to such information. please read through the article carefully before posting a comment here.
selvarani says
Hi,
I have requested to withdraw my PF on Oct 2010 by submitting forms required. Till now I have not received any intimation and I am not aware about the status regarding the same. Can you please guide me how to know the status.
selvarani says
Hi,
I have requested to withdraw my PF on Oct 2010 by submitting forms required. Till now I have not received any intimation and I am not aware about the status regarding the same. Can you please guide me how to know the status.
Mohan says
Well, the online system provides data only till 2008 March 31. So, if you need full information, better to reach out to regional PFO.
shweta says
Dear Sir, Plz Tell me how to get my provient Fund money i have processing of two time but could not action on this can you suggetion on this
B ranadeer reddy says
sir how is check my pf balance ple
jasvinder singh says
Dear sir, I have submitted my P.f withdrawl form ,but still didnot get any conformation of it,and i have mailed the concerned person who is taking care of pf department of icici prudential.But still didnot get any revert.so its requested to you to help me and tell me the path how can i get my pf.
Mohan says
Jasvinder, the best is to visit the Regional PF office in person and submit your request.
jasvinder singh says
i am really appreciated your reply,but dear regional office of icici prudential ins ltd is not j&k.i am in j&k.Any other solution which will help me.
Mohan says
Sorry, I have no clue!
Readers – if you have any information, pls do share.
natesh s bangera says
Dear Sir,
i am not able to find out any details or status of my PF ..
Pls kindly guide and help me in this situation
and i dont have my est No also on my Form but i can tell u my employee #.
i have submitted my form to my Hr in 2009 aug ….its almost 1year their is no upadte on my PF status …i visited twice to my HR IN bkc but they alwys say ur form is in process
my earlier company name Reliance communications
shivaji shinde says
Hi Sir,
this is Shivaji Shinde and i worked with Andromedia mkt pvt ltd in Pune for 1 yr and two months and i submitted the pf form in August 2010 and as i visited them they told me that they have forwarded the form to pf office on 9th Sept. 2010 its been 6 months and i havnt got any confirmation and i dont have est code and extention nmr also.and now i m not able to check the status o the same s oplz kindly help me in this way.
Thank you.
Mohan says
Folks.. please read the article thoroughly before posting your queries.
Sudhir Kumar says
Sir, I submitted the withdrawal form through post on 08.01.2011. While searching on net about status, its shows “your claim is not received yet”, then what i have to do, pl.guide me.
Thanking you
Sudhir Kumar
Mohan says
I suggest you personally visit the regional PF office and get the status. That will help you design your next steps.
AJAY KUMAR says
Hi,
im ajay from new delhi worked with a pvt.ltd company till five years .now want to
Withdrawal my balance from there , so pls give me suggestions how to get it..pls reply as soon as possible….
Mohan says
Dear Ajay, see if you can find out your balance online through the links provided. If not better approach the regional PFO.
AJAY KUMAR says
Hi,
im ajay from new delhi worked with a pvt.ltd company till five years .now want to
Withdrawal my balance from there , so pls give me suggestions how to get it..pls reply as soon as possible….
Mohan says
Dear Ajay, see if you can find out your balance online through the links provided. If not better approach the regional PFO.
pappan says
sir , i applied for my pf balance in aug 2010 and i recieved only 1706 rs of 16 months.
i inquired abt it and found that my second cheuqe is still remain to come. but i m still waiting for my pf balance.i deposited my pf form at wazirpur delhi and i was working in a mnc in gurgaon…and when i tried to check my pf bal though online it repiled as your acc is not found..pls help me
Soumendu banerjee says
Dear Sir,
I am working in paharpur cooling towers ltd since 02.11.2009,our head office deposit our Pf amount at kolkata region.My PF Code is – WB/8805 35001.I read the above instruction,you just provide the links and instructed that check your pf balance,but i did not find out kolkata region.
Soumendu Banerjee
Soumendu banerjee says
Dear Sir,
I am working in paharpur cooling towers ltd since 02.11.2009,our head office deposit our Pf amount at kolkata region.My PF Code is – WB/8805 35001.I read the above instruction,you just provide the links and instructed that check your pf balance,but i did not find out kolkata region.
Soumendu Banerjee
Arpitha says
Hi,
I have requested to withdraw my PF on Oct 2010 by submitting forms required. Till now I have not received any intimation and I am not aware about the status regarding the same. Can you please guide me how to know the status.
Asim says
Check here [+] and it normally takes 3-4 months to get the amount depending upon the PF office(location)
virendra sharma says
sir i want to know my pf status
Mohan says
Dear Virendra, could you read through this article once again please?
Venkatesan says
Hi,
My PF processed amount cheque was sent to my SB account from PF office but it didn’t reach my account and I was asked to re-submit the advance stamp receipt and I submitted..
But whenever I call them they are not giving the proper response or not picking the phone..How can I know whether my forms are processing?..
Venkatesan says
Sir, If I can directly go and approach the Hyderabad PF office, can I get my PF settled soon?. IF I go and enquire the hyderabad PF office, will they respond properly.
Srikanth says
Venkatesan,’
You have to contact the necessary person in the relevant department. He will let you know the reason for rejection. You have to bribe him, and the amount will be credited in 15 days time.
Atanu says
I want to know my balance in my pf account, how can i?
Mohan says
Read through the article once again!
Vasudeva says
The PF Account is not properly updated in the EPFO website. It shows data only upto 2008 !
Mohan says
It is the same with everyone! The data is pretty old and they haven’t updated the site with updated information as on date.
Vasudeva says
I just went and raised a grievance over here [+] for the PF Transfer Pending
Vasudeva says
I just went and raised a grievance over here [+] for the PF Transfer Pending
Kavitha says
Hi, Pls let me know how to check the status of the “PF Transfer” applied to transfer the PF amount from previous employer to current employer. Both the previous and current employer states that their part of form/application is done and they are asking to check the status directly with the PF office. The PF account belongs to hyderabad and there is no response in the hyderebad PF office phone numbers. The numbers are either always busy or not responding. Kindly let me know the right link if you are aware – http://epfo-hyd.ap.nic.in/showClaim.jsp – this one has option to check claim status but not transfer status.
Prem says
Hi
The company where i worked was closed with out giving any PF Account Number. Does it had any chance to get PF No and money.
Prem