The EPFO circular issued on November 22, 2024, the deadline for UAN activation and Aadhaar seeding in employee bank accounts has been extended to January 15, 2025.
Find below step-by-step process for activating the Universal Account Number (UAN) using Aadhaar-based OTP. If the employees have already activated no further action is for them.
- Visit the EPFO Member Portal: Go to the official EPFO Member Portal. https://unifiedportal-mem.epfindia.gov.in/memberinterface/.
- Click on “Activate UAN”: Find and click on the “Activate UAN” link under the “Important Links” section.
- Enter Required Details: Fill in the necessary information, including:
- UAN
- Aadhaar number
- Name
- Date of Birth (DOB)
- Aadhaar-linked mobile number
- Ensure Mobile Number is Aadhaar-Linked: Make sure that the mobile number you provide is linked to your Aadhaar to access the full range of EPFO’s digital services.
- Agree to Aadhaar OTP Verification: Accept the terms for Aadhaar OTP verification.
- Get Authorization PIN: Click on “Get Authorization PIN” to receive an OTP on your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
- Enter the OTP: Input the OTP received on your mobile to complete the activation process.
- Receive Password: Upon successful activation, a password will be sent to your registered mobile number.