How to know your UAN: A step-by-step guide

The Universal Account Number (UAN) is a unique identification number for subscribers of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) in India. Similar to a PAN for taxpayers, the UAN helps manage multiple Provident Fund (PF) accounts under a single ID, making it easier for individuals who switch jobs frequently to maintain their EPF details in one place.

Why is the UAN Important?

Centralized Access: The UAN allows employees to access all their EPF details from various employers through one account.

Efficient Management: It facilitates easy management of EPF contributions, withdrawals, and transfers between different employers.

Online Services: Through the UAN, subscribers can apply for withdrawals, check application statuses, and view their account details online on the EPFO website.

Steps to Know Your UAN

To find out your UAN, follow these simple steps:

Visit the EPFO Member Portal:

Go to the official EPFO member interface.

Navigate to 'Know Your UAN':

On the homepage, find the ‘Important Links’ section.

Click on the option ‘Know your UAN’.

Enter Your Mobile Number and Captcha:

Provide your mobile number.

Enter the captcha code displayed on the screen.

Provide Personal Details:

You will be prompted to enter details such as your name, date of birth, and any of the following: Aadhaar number, PAN, or member ID.

Complete the captcha code.

Reveal Your UAN:

Click on ‘Show my UAN’ to display your UAN.

Activating Your UAN

If your UAN is not activated, you will need to follow these steps:

Access UAN Activation Page:

Go to the EPFO member interface.

Click on the option ‘Activate your UAN’.

Enter Required Details:

Fill in your UAN, member ID, Aadhaar number, name, date of birth, mobile number, and captcha code.

The system will generate an authorization PIN.

Complete Activation:

Enter the PIN sent to your mobile number to activate your UAN.

Important Points to Remember

Accurate Details: Ensure that your UAN, Aadhaar number, name, and date of birth match the records in the EPFO database.

Linked Mobile Number: Your mobile number must be linked to your Aadhaar as per UIDAI records.

By following these steps, you can easily find and activate your UAN, providing you with a convenient way to manage your EPF accounts across multiple employers.