How to merge multiple PF accounts?
Salaried employees often end up with multiple Provident Fund (PF) accounts due to job changes over the course of their careers. Since each new employer creates a separate PF account, it becomes essential to consolidate them into a single account.
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Let us understand how you can merge multiple Provident Fund accounts Salaried employees often end up with multiple Provident Fund ( PF ) accounts due to job changes over the course of their careers. Since each new employer creates a separate PF account, it becomes essential to consolidate them into a single account. This ensures accurate interest accumulation, simplifies fund management, and prevents complications during final withdrawal or pension calculation.It is important to first ensure that your Universal Account Number (UAN) is active. This unique number remains the same across jobs and is used to link all your PF accounts.You need to ensure that KYC details (like Aadhaar , PAN and bank account) are updated and verified in your current PF account. This is crucial for seamless transfer.Visit the EPFO member portal and log in using UAN and password. Under the 'Online services' tab, select 'One member–One EPF account (transfer request)'. Enter previous PF account details and submit the request. The request is authenticated using Aadhaarbased OTP. Once submitted, the EPFO initiates the merging process.The previous employer may need to verify your request digitally. After that's approved, the funds and service details are transferred to your active PF account.• Only PF accounts linked to the same UAN can be merged.• It is crucial to ensure previous employer's exit dates are updated to avoid transfer delays.Content on this page is courtesy Centre for Investment Education and Learning (CIEL).Contributions by Girija Gadre, Arti Bhargava and Labdhi Mehta.
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