EPF: 5 easy steps to withdraw money from your PF account

If you're considering withdrawing funds from your EPF account, the online claim process is available for your convenience. However, before proceeding, it's crucial to ensure that your Universal Account Number (UAN) is activated and that the phone number linked to your UAN is operational.

Additionally, it's imperative to have updated relevant information in the EPFO database to facilitate a successful claim. This includes seeding details such as Aadhaar, bank account number along with IFSC details, and PAN. Verifying and updating these particulars beforehand will streamline the claim process and help avoid any potential complications.To apply for a claim online from your EPF account, follow these steps:

Log in to the member interface using your UAN credentials.

Ensure that all conditions of service eligibility and KYC details are updated against your UAN.

Choose the relevant claim option (either Form 19 for PF Final Settlement or Form 31 for PF Part Withdrawal).

Authenticate the details by entering the OTP received on your UIDAI-registered phone number.

Submit the online claim form.

Once these steps are completed, your claim will be processed accordingly.