EPFO Simplifies Old PF Account Tracking: Relief for Millions!

• EPFO introduces a digital guide to easily track and manage old PF accounts, even those 15 years old.
• Employees can now locate old PF accounts on the Unified Member Portal using Aadhaar, PAN, and mobile number, even without the old PF number.
• The new process helps those who worked before 2014 when UAN was not mandatory, and multiple PF accounts were common.
• Linking old PF accounts to UAN is crucial for easier tracking, withdrawals, and transfers.
• Future updates include PF withdrawals via ATM and UPI from 2026, eliminating branch visits.

Why It Matters: EPFO's new digital process offers significant relief, simplifying tracking and merging old PF accounts.